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| chihuahua history of breed: The Chihuahua Charlotte Wilcox, 1999 An introduction to the smallest of all dogs, the chihuahua, covering its history, development, habits, and required care. Includes photo diagram and general facts about dogs. |
| chihuahua history of breed: PetChiDog's GIANT Book of Chihuahua Care PetChiDog, 2018-01-21 Brand new to Amazon This incredible Chihuahua care book will be your guide for every step of your Chi's life, from puppy to adult to senior. At 364 pages, this book about Chihuahuas covers every single aspect that you need to know about: Sections regarding Chihuahua appearance (coat, size variations, non-official varieties, color), how to facilitate a smooth transition into the home, a complete puppy care chapter, extensive feeding & nutrition info (10 sections), and every single behavioral topic that applies to Chihuahua puppies and dogs (30 sections) which allows you to correct current problems and prevent future ones. Behavioral sections include 'Your Chihuahua's Personality' which covers the importance of not leaving your Chihuahua's personality up to chance. You'll learn how your everyday actions and training methods will help cultivate your Chi's acceptance, tolerance, and ability to interact with you and the rest of the world in a positive way. This Chihuahua book also has detailed training for a host of issues including fears (other dogs, traffic, people), exact steps to resolve separation anxiety, care tips for rescued Chihuahuas, a full command training chapter, walking on leash issues, and heeling. If your Chihuahua isn't housebroken yet, you'll be pleased that this book includes a fail-proof house training chapter for speedy success. You will also have detailed information regarding marking and submissive urination. This remarkable book about Chihuahuas has a comprehensive barking chapter (covering all possible situations), exercise & activity (5 sections including 'Fun Things to Do'), grooming (6 sections), seasonal care, body-part specific care, female issues, and a full whelping chapter. A Chihuahua care book is not complete without detailed health topics, and this book delivers with 20+ extremely thorough health sections regarding every single condition the Chihuahua is prone to, issues seen with toy breeds, and those common to canines. Gain the knowledge to spot early signs, and read about treatment options, prognosis, and prevention. Chihuahuas are a mix of contradictions. Some can be rather hyper. If so, you'll love the section of 'Hyper Behavior' and the training sections of 'How to Teach Proper Hierarchy', 'Jumping on People', 'Running Away', and more. And, if your Chihuahua is shy or nervous, you'll love 'Clingy Behavior' and the incredible 'Socialization and Desensitization' chapter that will make a huge difference in how your Chi reacts to his/her world. You'll also learn about first aid, how to keep your Chihuahua safe, tips for travel, bonding, sleeping issues, teething & chewing, and much more. Included are enlightening survey results showing the stats of 3,272 Chihuahuas; this will help you know what to expect and allow you to see where your Chi puppy or dog falls in with others. And, you'll have two charts that show the stats of 128 Chihuahua puppies over their first-year weigh-in's. Contributors include Faye Dunningham (canine trainer and author) and several AKC Chihuahua breeders. This book is truly GIANT; however, you won't be overwhelmed; meticulous care was given to fonts, bullets, side bars, and specialized text to make it a joy to read. Whether you have your first puppy or are a seasoned owner, this Chihuahua book is a must-have. Let's start fresh today and work toward optimal health and happiness for your canine family member. |
| chihuahua history of breed: Chihuahuas Are the Best! Elaine Landau, 2010-01-01 What’s that dog with the tiny body, big ears, and winning personality? It’s the Chihuahua! Chihuahuas are spirited dogs with keen intelligence and seemingly fearless attitudes. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever - and it’s easy to see why. If you’re a Chihuahua fan, you’ll want to learn all about this breed, from its popularity among Hollywood stars to its history as a favorite pet in Mexico. You’ll also want to find out how to care for the Chihuahua. So check out this go-to guide for Chihuahua lovers - and learn all about why Chihuahuas are the best breed there is! |
| chihuahua history of breed: Meet the Chihuahua American Kennel Club, 2012-08-14 The American Kennel Club’s Meet the Chihuahua, an official publication of the American Kennel Club (AKC) prepared in collaboration with the Chihuahua Club of America, serves as the go-to resource for new and experienced owners of the world’s tiniest dog. With his saucy personality, childlike intelligence, and perfect diminutive stature, the Chihuahua is the favorite of millions of dog lovers in America and around the world. Meet the Chihuahua begins with a discussion about who makes the right owner for such a tiny wonder as the Chihuahuas, and the parent-like responsibilities that accompany owning this long-lived canine tot. Equally important is the selection of the right breeder, a topic covered in a chapter on puppy selection that includes a list of questions to ask the breeder and the answers new owners are looking for. The book addresses the health of the Chi and alerts new owners to potential problems in the breed. The chapter on health discusses the importance of finding the right veterinarian for this breed as well as how to embark on a preventive-healthcare regimen with your vet. New owners will profit from the chapters dedicated to selecting the right merchandise for a new puppy and how to make the home and yard safe for the inquisitive Chi puppy. House-training and obedience training are presented in individual chapters, topics that all Chi owners need to consider seriously. The AKC’s stance on positive training methods shines through as owners are enlightened to the power of praise and rewards. Additionally, Meet the Chihuahua offers info about grooming both coat varieties, exercise, dental health, and feeding. The final chapter presents a fun-filled chapter on participating in dog sports—from participating in AKC performance events like dog shows, obedience and agility trials to becoming certified as a therapy dog and visiting nursing homes and retirement homes with your ready-to-love Chihuahua. The chapters also offer advice on how to pursue the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs, both ideal for young dogs getting their start in organized dog events and therapy work. The Resources section of the book includes excellent recommendations for websites, periodicals, books, and programs that owners will find informative and helpful. |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Complete Dog Breed Book DK, 2015-01-01 Looking for the ideal, perfectly compatible canine companion for your family? Your search ends here. From spaniels to sheepdogs, The Complete Dog Breed Book is all you need to find the perfect pet for your family. Fully illustrated and featuring over 400 of the world's best-loved breeds, this comprehensive guide offers expert advice on keeping, training, and caring for your beloved dog. The book's special Q&A selector charts help you make the right choice as per your lifestyle and convenience. Clear and practical instructions on care cover the essential aspects of looking after a dog, including handling, grooming, nutrition, health, and exercise. The visual training program features step-by-step photographic sequences, explaining the specifics of basic obedience. Tried-and-tested notes on how to identify and prevent common behavioral problems provide a fascinating insight into the behavior of dogs and how we interact with them. The Complete Dog Breed Book is a one-stop manual to help you become the owner of a happy, healthy, and well-behaved dog. |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Other End of the Leash Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., 2009-02-19 Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”—The Washington Post An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them. After all, humans and dogs are two entirely different species, each shaped by its individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (as are wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation. This marvelous guide demonstrates how even the slightest changes in our voices and in the ways we stand can help dogs understand what we want. Inside you will discover: • How you can get your dog to come when called by acting less like a primate and more like a dog • Why the advice to “get dominance” over your dog can cause problems • Why “rough and tumble primate play” can lead to trouble—and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of mischief • How dogs and humans share personality types—and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than “alpha wanna-bes!” Fascinating, insightful, and compelling, The Other End of the Leash is a book that strives to help you connect with your dog in a completely new way—so as to enrich that most rewarding of relationships. |
| chihuahua history of breed: CHIHUAHUA: History, Habits, Care, Legends and Training of the World's Smallest Dog Bill Edwards, 2012-05-22 Bill Edwards is a professional writer, author, speaker, business consultant and life skills expert in his fifties. Bill has appeared on many national and international radio shows, television and web broadcasts, and been featured in a number of well-known newspapers, periodicals and publications. This book offers amazing facts about the Chihuahua Dog Breed and helpful hints about their care, feeding, training and breeding learned from years of experience with the world's smallest dog. |
| chihuahua history of breed: Chihuahuas Sara Green, 2013-01-01 Chihuahuas are small dogs with big personalities. A blend of the Chinese Crested and Techichi breeds, these travel-size dogs are popular pets in the United States today. Eager students will learn about the origins of the world¿s smallest toy breed! |
| chihuahua history of breed: Atlas of Dog Breeds of the World Bonnie Wilcox, 1989 Provides information on dog breeds, those familiar and obscure, from around the world, arranged alphabetically. |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Intelligence of Dogs Stanley Coren, 2006-01-05 Combining heroic stories of dogs with the latest scientific and psychological information, this book has provoked controversy with its lists that rank more than 100 breeds and its exciting new insights into the thoughts, emotions, and inner lives of dogs. |
| chihuahua history of breed: The American Kennel Club Stud-book , 1901 |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Complete Chihuahua Encyclopedia Hilary Harmar, 1972 |
| chihuahua history of breed: Meet Your Dog Kim Brophey, 2018-04-17 “Based on the latest findings in the field of canine cognition and behavior, this book is an invaluable resource.” —Hal Herzog, author of Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat: Why It's So Hard To Think Straight About Animals Every dog owner knows that along with the joy can come the stress and frustration of behavioral problems, which are expensive to diagnose and treat. Enter Kim Brophey, award-winning canine behavior consultant. Using cutting-edge research, Brophey has developed a groundbreaking system that allows owners to identify what their dog is struggling with, why, and how they can fix it. Brophey’s approach is unlike anything that has been published before and will give dog owners a new understanding of what motivates and affects their dog’s behavior. This innovative technique rethinks the way we categorize dogs, and distills information from over twenty scientific disciplines into four comprehensive elements: learning, environment, genetics, and self. With revolutionary tips for specific dog breeds, this book will change dog owners’ lives—and lead to happier human-canine relationships. “It’s refreshing to finally find a book that takes into consideration the many predispositions to behavior problems in dogs . . . teaches us to really see the dog in its entirety.” —Alexandre Rossi, author of A Dog at the Keyboard |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Complete Guide to Chihuahuas David Anderson, 2019-04-26 Easily one of the most recognizable dogs in the world, Chihuahuas are easy to identify. If you ask someone what they think of Chihuahuas, you are almost certain to get a strong reaction either in favor of them or against them. They can be an incredibly polarizing breed. One thing that most people agree on about Chihuahuas is that they don’t appear to understand just how small they are. Most Chihuahuas don’t exhibit much (or any fear), going up and barking at a Great Dane or Mastiff. It’s impossible not to shake your head at their antics. This guide will walk you through the in's and out's of owning this phenomenal breed. Whether you're someone playing with the idea of getting a Chihuahua, or have already embarked on your journey with your pup, this guide will offer an insight into how to create a happy and fulfilling life for you and your Chi. This book will answer all your questions such as: Is a Chihuahua the right dog for me? I brought my Chihuahua home. What now? How can I best train my Chihuahua? What are some common mistakes should I avoid? They can be difficult to train, and their personalities tend to match their parents’ personalities. But with early socialization, they can make fantastic additions to any family. Topics covered in the book include: Mischievous Charmers – the Defining Characteristics Breed History and Characteristics The Ideal Home Finding Your Chihuahua Preparing for Your Puppy The First Week The First Month Housetraining Socialization and Experience Being a Puppy Parent Living with other dogs Training You Chihuahua Puppy Basic Commands Nutrition Grooming – Productive Bonding Basic Health Care Health Concerns Your Aging Chihuahua Given their small size, Chihuahuas are a surprisingly entertaining dog – largely because they don’t realize just how small they are. They tend to be wary of strangers, but when it comes to their family, they are one of the most loyal breeds. They love their families and want to protect them just as much as any large breed. Chihuahuas are not for everyone, but if you bring one into your home, you will have a dog that will love you unconditionally. |
| chihuahua history of breed: Pit Bull Bronwen Dickey, 2016-05-10 The hugely illuminating story of how a popular breed of dog became the most demonized and supposedly the most dangerous of dogs—and what role humans have played in the transformation. When Bronwen Dickey brought her new dog home, she saw no traces of the infamous viciousness in her affectionate, timid pit bull. Which made her wonder: How had the breed—beloved by Teddy Roosevelt, Helen Keller, and Hollywood’s “Little Rascals”—come to be known as a brutal fighter? Her search for answers takes her from nineteenth-century New York City dogfighting pits—the cruelty of which drew the attention of the recently formed ASPCA—to early twentieth‑century movie sets, where pit bulls cavorted with Fatty Arbuckle and Buster Keaton; from the battlefields of Gettysburg and the Marne, where pit bulls earned presidential recognition, to desolate urban neighborhoods where the dogs were loved, prized—and sometimes brutalized. Whether through love or fear, hatred or devotion, humans are bound to the history of the pit bull. With unfailing thoughtfulness, compassion, and a firm grasp of scientific fact, Dickey offers us a clear-eyed portrait of this extraordinary breed, and an insightful view of Americans’ relationship with their dogs. |
| chihuahua history of breed: How Dogs Work Raymond Coppinger, Mark Feinstein, 2015-10-22 An “entertaining and informative” look at the evolutionary biology that explains canine behavior, with photos included (Lynette Hart, author of The Perfect Puppy). What actually drives dogs to do the things they do? What’s going on in their fur-covered heads as they look at us with their big, expressive eyes? Biologist Raymond Coppinger and cognitive scientist Mark Feinstein know something about these questions, and this is their guide to understanding your dog and its behavior. Approaching dogs as a biological species rather than just as pets, Coppinger and Feinstein distill decades of research and field experiments to explain in simple terms the evolutionary foundations underlying dog behaviors. They examine the central importance of the shape of dogs: how their physical body (including the genes and the brain) affects behavior, how shape interacts with the environment as animals grow, and how all of this has developed over time. Shape, they tell us, is what makes a champion sled dog or a Border collie that can successfully herd sheep. Other chapters explore such mysteries as why dogs play; whether dogs have minds, and if so what kinds of things they might know; why dogs bark; how dogs feed and forage; and the influence of the early relationship between mother and pup. Going far beyond the cozy lap dog, Coppinger and Feinstein are equally fascinated by what we can learn from the adaptations of dogs, wolves, coyotes, jackals, dingoes, and even pumas in the wild, as well as the behavior of working animals like guarding and herding dogs. Isn’t it time we knew more about who Fido and Trixie really are? How Dogs Work provides some keys to unlocking the origins of many of our dogs’ most common, most puzzling, and most endearing behaviors. |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Chihuahua Larry Slawson, 2020-06-10 This eBook examines the lovable and affectionate Chihuahua. It provides an analysis of the dog's behavioral patterns, personality, and general traits. |
| chihuahua history of breed: Caring for Chihuahuas Made Easy Nadia Alterio, 2017-03-10 If there were one absolute must-read book on Chihuahuas, this is it! Not knowing how to care for your Chihuahua can be very stressful! This book answers your questions about common Chihuahua health problems and shows you how to properly care for them so they live a long, happy and healthy life. Examples of the many important questions answered: What are the signs and symptoms of a sick Chihuahua? Why does my Chihuahua have bad breath? How can I tell if my Chihuahua has gum disease? How do I know if my Chihuahua needs to see the vet? What are the most common health problems in the Chihuahua breed? What food should I feed my Chihuahua? What specific foods should I avoid giving to my Chihuahua? What does it mean when my Chihuahua wheezes or has seizure-like episodes? How can I treat a collapsed trachea? How do I know if my Chihuahua is overweight? Why are my Chihuahuas back legs bowed legged? Why is my Chihuahua so protective of me? Why does my Chihuahua bark? Why does my Chihuahua snore so loud? Why does my Chihuahua shiver all the time? What do I need to know if I want to breed or show my Chihuahua? Why are my Chihuahua's eyes watering? Why is my Chihuahua so protective? Examples of important topics covered: How to extend your Chihuahua's lifespan by doing two simple things! Chihuahua behaviorism's, proper grooming and safe walking harnesses. How to keep your Chihuahua's fur coat looking super healthy and shiny! The kind of housing environments Chihuahuas are best suited for. Chihuahua AKC breeding standards, colors and markings. The different types of Chihuahuas. Health concerns and treatment for: patellar luxation, dry eye, reverse sneezing, tracheal collapse, joint problems, paw care and many more! The best way to protect your Chihuahua's delicate trachea! How to avoid kennel cough. How to stop scratching or dry itchy skin. This book will keep YOUR Chihuahua healthy and FREE of disease! Testimonials There is no other Chihuahua care book that's as fun and simple to read and as informative as this one! Awesome pictures throughout! A must buy for every Chihuahua owner! Beverly Hudson from Austin, Texas. There is no other Chihuahua book more complete, informative, fun to read than this one. Is easy to read with many tips on how to take care your Chihuahua. I strongly recommend it for any Chihuahua Parents, is a wonderful book. I recommend it without reservation! Thank you so much Nadia Alterio for an Amazing Book! Vanesa Semler, Certified Show Breeder, www.hollywoodchis.com Loved the beautiful illustrations and pictures. The book was so informative. I really enjoyed reading it. I just got a Chihuahua and I learned so many new things about these beautiful little creatures! I love this book! Jerico Rodrigas from Santa Fe, New Mexico. Thank you Nadia for writing such an informative book! You really do know the Chihuahua breed and what Chihuahua Owners can expect if they get one!: ) Ainsley Thompson from Croydon, London. Inside this eBook, you'll find easy to read tips on how to care for your Chihuahua. This book is geared toward the Chihuahua owner who wants to have a good understanding of the breed and know what to do should any type of health issue or problem arise. Highly recommended. Mike Crosworth from Columbus, Ohio. Everything you need to know about how to take proper care of your chihuahua. After reading this book from Nadia, I feel I know a lot more about these little cuties... and the tip about where not to buy one was shocking. Nadia knows her stuff and her love for this breed comes through every page. Highly recommended for chihuahua lovers worldwide, and even those who are considering getting one. Thanks Nadia! P. Koning from Kelowna, B.C., Canada This book is first class, very comprehensive and informative and also a good read, well done. Denis Kelly from UrbanPup.com |
| chihuahua history of breed: Cynographia Britannica Sydenham Teak Edwards, 1800 |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Chihuahua Susan Payne, 2012-07-24 Third in the Kennel Club Books’ Classics series, The Chihuahua recognizes the ever-popular pequeño perrito in one spectacular volume. Written by author, breeder, and handler, Susan Payne, this book’s engaging chapters on everything from the breed’s accomplishments in performance events, to their participation as service dogs make it much more than just “another breed book.” With more than 150 vintage and modern photographs of the breed, this book is a must-have for every Chihuahua owner. |
| chihuahua history of breed: Chihuahua Dog Fancy Magazine, 2010-12-07 Celebrating the world’s smallest and sauciest purebred dog, the Chihuahua, this Smart Owner’s Guide, created by the editors at Dog Fancy magazine, offers the most up-to-date and accurate information every dog owner needs to become a well-informed caregiver for his dog. Illustrated with color photographs of adorable puppies and handsome adults, this easy-to-read primer is designed in a modern, lively manner that readers will find user-friendly and entertaining. Each Smart Owner’s Guide offers a description of the breed’s character and physical conformation, historical overview, and its attributes as a companion dog. The reader will find informative chapters on everything he or she needs to know about acquiring, raising, and training this remarkable purebred dog, including: finding a breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy; preparing for the puppy’s homecoming, shopping for supplies, and puppy-proofing the home; house-training; veterinary and home health maintenance; feeding and nutrition; and grooming. Obedience training for basic cues (sit, stay, heel, come, etc.) and solving potential problem behaviors (barking, chewing, aggression, jumping up, etc.) are addressed in separate chapters, as are activities to enjoy with the dog, including showing, agility, therapy work, and more. Entertaining tidbits and smart advice fill up colorful sidebars in every chapter, which the editors call “It’s a Fact,” “Smart Tip,” “Notable & Quotable,” and “Did You Know?” Real-life heroes and rescue stories are retold in full-page features called “Pop Pups” and “True Tails.” Recipes, training, and care tips are highlighted in the “Try This” feature pages. The Smart Owner’s Guide series is the only series that offers readers an online component in which dog owners can join a breed-specific online club hosted by dogchannel.com. At Club Chi, owners of the breed can find forums, blogs, and profiles to connect with other breed owners, as well as charts and checklists that can be downloaded. More than just 20,000 pages of solid information, there’s a host of fun to be had at the club in the form of downloadable breed-specific e-cards, screensavers, games, and quizzes. The Resources section of the book includes contact information for breed-related organizations and rescues, as well as practical guidance on traveling with dogs, identification, and locating qualified professionals to assist the dog owner, such as pet sitters, trainers, and boarding facilities. This information-packed Smart Owner’s Guide is fully indexed. |
| chihuahua history of breed: Practical Guide to Canine and Feline Neurology Curtis W. Dewey, Ronaldo C. da Costa, 2015-11-09 Now in full color, Practical Guide to Canine and Feline Neurology, Third Edition provides a fully updated new edition of the most complete resource on managing neurology cases in small animal practice, with video clips on a companion website. Provides comprehensive information for diagnosing and treating neurological conditions Printed in full color for the first time, with 400 new or improved images throughout Offers new chapters on differential diagnosis, magnetic resonance imaging, and movement disorders Retains the logical structure and easy-to-follow outline format of the previous editions Includes access to video clips of specific disorders and a how-to video demonstrating the neurologic assessment online and a link to a digital canine brain atlas at www.wiley.com/go/dewey/neurology |
| chihuahua history of breed: Teacup Chihuahuas. Teacup Chihuahua Complete Manual for Care, Costs, Feeding, Grooming, Health and Training. Ultimate Teacup Chihuahua Book. George Hoppendale, Asia Moore, 2014-10-16 If you are considering buying a Teacup Chihuahua, there are lots of things you need to know before you buy one. You will find information in this book about the big problems associated with teacupism and how this will affect the health of your dog. The Ultimate Teacup Chihuahua Book has the answers you need when researching this ultra small canine with the apple-shaped head and tall erect ears. Find out whether or not this energetic, toy-sized, self-assured, loving canine with the tiny body, large, dark eyes and the big attitude will be the perfect choice for you and your family. Learn everything there is to know, including little known facts and secrets and how to care for every aspect of the Teacup Chihuahua's life. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not the Teacup Chihuahua is the breed for you. If you already have a Teacup Chihuahua, this book will teach you everything you need to know to make your dog a happy dog and to make you a happy dog owner. The author George Hoppendale is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home. Co-Author Asia Moore is a professional Dog Whisperer, Cynologist and Author, living on Vancouver Island, off the west coast of British Columbia, in Canada, who believes that all humans and dogs can live together in harmony. She and her dog whispering team, which includes an 8-year-old Shih Tzu named Boris, teach dog psychology to humans, to help alleviate problem behaviors that arise between humans and their canine counterparts so that everyone can live a happy and stress-free life together. Covered in this book: - What you need to know before buying a Teacup Chihuahua - Temperament - Vital statistics - Before you buy - Choosing the right dog - Health - Daily care - Feeding - House training - Medical care & safety - Grooming - Training - Poisonous Foods & Plants - Caring for your aging dog .... and much more. |
| chihuahua history of breed: Every Dog Nancy J. Hajeski, 2016 This book is a comprehensive and visual reference to over 500 breeds of dogs. There are illustrations, charts, tables and icons that make it the ideal reference for dog lovers. The book provides thoroughly researched canines from around the world and includes ancient breeds and modern breeds. It is organized into various categories making it easy to read and comprehend.-- |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Complete Shih Tzu Victor Joris, 1994 The Shih Tzu, number one Toy dog in registrations, is thoroughly examined in this all-new book. The author traces breed history to the Chinese Court and includes superb advice on puppy raising, care, training, and unique breed aspects. Original artwork by the author highlights his in-depth research. |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Welsh Corgi Charles Lister-Kaye, Dickie Albin, 1986-01-01 |
| chihuahua history of breed: Chihuahua Elaine Waldorf Gewirtz, 2006-12-06 The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs—now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Chihuahuas are little dogs with big personalities. Adorable and affectionate, feisty and fearless, they're equally comfortable snuggling in your lap or stalking intruders. Always on the alert, they make great watchdogs. With their sassy expressions and amusing antics, Chis are great companions and they're travel-size, so you can take them with you! This guide helps you with advice on: Characteristics to look for Getting ready to bring your Chi home Feeding and grooming Healthcare and common problems Training and enjoying your pint-size companion |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Wolves of Mount McKinley Adolph Murie, 1985 In the time of Lewis and Clark, wolves were abundant throughout North America from the Arctic regions to Mexico. But man declared war on this cunning and powerful animal when cattle replaced the buffalo on the western plains, reducing the wolf's range to those few areas in the Far North where economic necessity did not call for its extinction. Between 1939 and 1941, Adolph Murie, one of North America's greatest naturalists, made a field study of the relationship between wolves and Dall sheep in Mount McKinley National Park (since renamed Denali National Park) which has come to be respected as a classic work of natural history. In this study Murie not only described the life cycle of Alaskan wolves in greater detail than has ever been done, but he discovered a great deal about the entire ecological network of predator and prey. The issues surrounding the survival of the wolf and its prey are more important today than ever, and Murie helps us understand the careful balance that must be maintained to ensure that these magnificent animals prosper. Originally available only in government publications which are long out-of-print, this account of a much maligned animal is now available in its first popular edition. |
| chihuahua history of breed: Dog Show Confidential: Sneaking in the Back Door of Westminster Connie Newcomb, 2012-10-01 On a warm spring day in 2008, Connie Newcomb walked into a class for show dog handlers with a borderline crazy, man-hating Chihuahua puppy named Broadway and absolutely no idea of what to do. From that day on, her life would never be the same. She has come along way since then, and what a trip it's been. In February 2012, Newcomb did make it to the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City, though not in the way she ever expected. For anyone who tunes in, the popular annual broadcast offers a glimpse of the best of the best among canines. But a closer look behind the scenes at what it takes to get there reveals a society with its own language, hierarchy, and complex traditions. Newcomb was so fascinated by what she saw and heard that she recorded the entire journey in DOG SHOW CONFIDENTIAL: Sneaking in the Back Door of Westminster. Over countless weekends on the dog show circuit, what Newcomb witnessed firsthand topped anything she could have imagined she would. What began as an innocent attempt to fill her empty nest swiftly turned into a rollicking ride that brought her face-to-face with a host of indelible characters, canine and human, including the infamous Patty Hearst and her award-winning French bulldogs. Each day brought new adventures and new obstacles, as well as new members to her ever-expanding pack of tiny dogs, and it's all unleashed in this laugh-out-loud book. Does it recall the film Best in Show? You bet it does! Before getting swept up in the dog show world, Newcomb never thought that she would one day appear on television (Good Day, New York) with her herniated hell bitch or write a book like DOG SHOW CONFIDENTIAL. Sure, there are plenty of dog books out there, many of them heartrending memoirs by pet lovers or how-to manuals on raising or training dogs. But there is no book about dogs and dog shows written by a true do it yourself insider, rather than a journalist. See what it takes to really understand the dog show world and walk the green carpet under the Westminster banner at Madison Square Garden. Follow the adventures of Broadway (aka Kate), Carl, Leeloo (the supreme being), Gypsy, Jack, Rocky, and Yoshi (the pack master), along with an assortment of characters you just can't make up! Today, Newcomb spends most of her time attending dog shows; she currently owns and handles four champion Chihuahuas, including Rocky, an Award of Merit winner at Westminster 2010. Connie's newest champion, Bill, is ranked among the top five grand champion point winners in Pennsylvania, and her Japanese Chin Yoshi was featured in Kate Lacey's Show Dogs: A Photographic Breed Guide. Connie lives in Eastern Pennsylvania with eight Chihuahuas, one Japanese Chin, a leggy mutt named Penny Lane, and her very patient husband, Jim. This is her first book. For more on Newcomb's adventures, please check out the website at www.dogshowconfidential.com/ |
| chihuahua history of breed: The New Complete Dog Book The American Kennel Club, 2014-11-11 The most successful dog book ever published, with over two million copies sold, The New Complete Dog Book is the American Kennel Club’s bible of dogs, the one book that every purebred dog aficionado and expert cannot live without. The Complete Dog Book first appeared 85 years ago and now for the first time has been reformatted and published in full color. A celebration of every breed of dog recognized by the American Kennel Club—over 200 breeds—this volume offers readers: Official standard for every AKC-recognized breed—over 50 more than previous edition—including seven variety Groups and the Miscellaneous Class Newly written breed histories, puppy-buying tips, and pet attributes, each breed written by one of the 200 AKC national parent clubs Over 800 exceptional color photographs of adults and puppies illustrate each four-page breed entry Spotlight on finding well-bred puppies, sports and activities for dogs and owners, AKC programs, and canine anatomy Illustrated glossary of canine terminology I-5 Press is proud to take the helm as the publisher of the longest, continually published dog book in history, following in the footsteps of G.H. Watt Publishers, Halcyon House, Garden City Publishing, Doubleday NY, Howell Book House (Wiley) and Ballantine Books (Random House). This 21st edition of The American Kennel Club’s New Complete Dog Book belongs in every dog lover’s home, the library of every town and institution, and dog club reference section in America. |
| chihuahua history of breed: The Exposition on the Province of New Mexico, 1812 Pedro Baptista Pino, 1995 Soure of information on conditions and life in the Hispanic Southwest during the last years of the colonial regime.--From the translator's preface. |
| chihuahua history of breed: All About Chihuahua Puppies For Dog's Sake, 2013-02-25 Learn how to lead a full and rewarding life with your Chihuahua Puppy and watch them develop into a mature healthy Chihuahua! In Fact, if you want to learn all you can about Chihuahua Puppies, then you've come to the right place! The Chihuahua is a very loving breed that will be devoted to you throughout their entire lives… Discover... · What to look for in a Chihuahua owner or breeder · When is the Chihuahua puppy old enough to leave the mother · How to choose the right Chihuahua puppy for YOU · What to watch for · Paperwork · Questions to ask · Bringing the Chihuahua puppy home · Preparation at home · Arrival · Introducing the family · Keeping a healthy Chihuahua puppy · Good nutrition · Vaccinations and vet visits · Common Chihuahua puppy health problems Act now and get All About Chihuahua Puppies. With our No Quibble, Money Back Guarantee you really have nothing to lose but everything to gain... A loving, caring, more rewarding relationship with your chosen friend. Take care of yourself and your Chihuahua Be prepared to care Jasper |
| chihuahua history of breed: Chihuahuas Tammy Gagne, 2008-09 Describes the history, physical features, special traits, and care of the Chihuahua breed. |
| chihuahua history of breed: New Complete Dog Book, The, 23rd Edition American Kennel Club, 2023-11-28 Official standard for every AKC-recognized breed, including seven variety Groups and the Miscellaneous Class Breed histories, puppy-buying tips, and pet attributes, each breed written by one of the 200 AKC national parent clubs Over 800 exceptional color photographs of adults and puppies illustrate each four-page breed entry Spotlight on finding well-bred puppies, sports and activities for dogs and owners, AKC programs, and canine anatomy Illustrated glossary of canine terminology Updated edition includes new AKC initiatives and programs (including virtual titling options), recently recognized dog breeds, revised breed standards, and changes in breed classifications |
| chihuahua history of breed: Guinness World Records 2022 , 2022 |
| chihuahua history of breed: Veterinary Medical Guide to Dog and Cat Breeds Jerold Bell, Kathleen Cavanagh, Larry Tilley, Francis W. K. Smith, 2012-02-01 This book provides the veterinary practitioner, student, breeder and pet owner with a complete but quick reference to the diagnosis and management of breed-related medical conditions of dogs and cats. 171 recognized dog breeds and 42 cat breeds are included, organized alphabetically, with all information fully referenced and based on the most |
| chihuahua history of breed: Who’s Who in Chihuahuas Now Betty Stallard, 2019-04-16 Who’s Who in Chihuahuas Now is the current volume of the breeders and their lines impacting the well-bred Chihuahuas of today. Trace the beginnings of these kennels from their foundation dogs to their current stars. The pictorial history follows the progress and development of the dog who has won hearts and minds across borders and cultures and who lives in apartments and mansions. Meet breeders from the New World and the Old who have given their lives, hearts, and fortunes to raising and showing Chihuahuas. This is the story of breeders who seek to improve the breed by reaching for the perfection outlined in the official standard of the Chihuahua Club of America and the Fédération Cynologique Internationale. Who’s Who in Chihuahuas Now is a volume you will want to share with your friends and family who also love the tiniest breed of dogs. |
| chihuahua history of breed: Is a Chihuahua Right for YOU For Dog's Sake, 2013-04-01 Choosing a four legged companion is a big decision. You must weigh up the 'pro's & cons' before embarking on a 'lifetime' commitment. Your new friend is going to depend on you for years to come so you need to be certain your choice of dog best suits your life style and your personality. If you have considered a Chihuahua read this book to help you make the RIGHT choice. Right for you - right for your chosen companion. If you have just got a Chihuahua this book will help you choose how some things may be changed to suit your new friends needs and fit in with your lifestyle. Take care of yourself and your Chihuahua Jasper |
| chihuahua history of breed: Dogs of All Nations Walter Esplin Mason, 2022-10-27 This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. |
| chihuahua history of breed: Chihuahua Roland Berger, 2023-03-16 They are wild! They are intelligent! They are sweet as sugar! Chihuahuas! This small and popular breed of dog likes to be affectionately called Chi. What a coincidence that the Qi (Chi pronounced) in Asian means energy. The smallest dog breed on the planet is the Chihuahua, which is no wonder. Because he is not only wild, intelligent and sweet as sugar. He is a ruffian, can be a guard dog or even a family dog. Learn through this book, - what distinguishes the Chihuahua from other dog breeds. - Background knowledge on dog behavior. - How to raise your Chihuahua puppy. - what there is to know about adult Chihuahuas. - what you should consider when getting a Chi. - Tips on how to keep your Chihuahua busy or teach him tricks. - what the vet, vaccinations and other health procedures are all about. - that it's worth it to bring home a real Mexican or a little Mexican. - what you can do if your Chi misbehaves. For Chihuahua enthusiastic dog fans and those who want to become one, the book is perfect. Because strict parenting is old news. Education today is about relationship. The content of the book is: - The dog breed Chihuahua - Education and socialization - Health and nutrition - The dog care - Character, training and much more - Many illustrations Let's get started on the fascinating journey with your new family member. Have fun reading! |
5 Reasons a Chihuahua Might Be the Right Dog Breed for You
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5 Reasons a Chihuahua Might Be the Right Dog Breed for You
Nov 5, 2015 · The Chihuahua is generally a smart dog who can take well to training when it comes with positive reinforcement, like treats and praise. They come in many colors. The …
Most Dramatic Dog Breeds - Photo Gallery - Vetstreet
Jul 9, 2014 · No. 2: Chihuahua Perhaps when you're very small, everything seems like a big deal, which could explain the drama queen personalities of many Chihuahuas . But that only makes …
Senior Dog Health: What to Expect at 13 to 15 years - Vetstreet
Dec 12, 2023 · Ah, your beautiful senior dog. Show respect to your elders — that includes your dog, who at 13 to 15, has officially entered old age. Even if
Small Dog Breeds That Make Good Watchdogs - Vetstreet
Mar 17, 2015 · No. 1: Chihuahua Generally small and sassy with an oversize personality (and little understanding of just how tiny he is), the Chihuahua earns the top spot on this list. He's …
Senior Dogs: What to Expect at 10-12 Years - Vetstreet
May 7, 2024 · Health and Nutrition. If you haven’t done so already, you may need to modify your dog’s feeding regimen. As dogs age, they can develop a number of conditions, such as …
Senior Dog Care: What to Expect at 16+ Years - Vetstreet
May 7, 2024 · Pat yourself on the back. You’re a great pet parent. For senior dogs 16 years and beyond, it’s because he’s had a well-cared-for life.
Russian Toy Breed Information - Vetstreet
Also known as the Russkiy Toy, this tiny dog is often mistaken for a Chihuahua. Developed in Russia from English Toy Terriers, the Russian Toy is generally active and cheerful. He can …
My Pet Is Sneezing and Snorting. What's Going On? - Vetstreet
Oct 16, 2024 · It removes odor, too, and actually removed the tell-tale scent of the litter box from one room. If you need proof that the purifier is cleaning the air, take a look at the first filter, …
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Chihuahua This breed has a reputation as the “armpit piranha,” but I sure do love the Chihuahua . This tiny dog (which usually weighs between four and six pounds) can have an outsize life …
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Consider two 10-year-old dogs, a Great Dane and a Chihuahua. Under the 1-equals-7 formula, they’d both be considered the equivalent of a 70-year-old person. And while that’s probably …
