Chihuahuas: Input...UPDATE!!

[Junkmanme]

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I've met a couple Boxers, they seem perfectly cute and funny, my only problem is that they're just too big for me. Living alone and being disabled, I need to be able to pick up the dog if god forbid, there were an emergency for example. I used to have a Husky years ago, and she was just too big. This time around I know I need a smaller, more manageable size.

About Boston Terriers, several people suggested them, and I feel mean saying this, but I just don't like how they look. I know that sounds judgmental and awful, but it's true.

When I tell my Boxer, "Crockett", to move....whether it is get down, get in the truck, go in the shed...whatever...He does it. I don't "pick him up"...he's too big for that. He just does as I request...sometimes I must tell him twice.

The Boston Terrier that I had years ago was the same way.

It's in how YOU "train" them.

But, to each his own.....I don't think that you would like a Chihuahua.

-Junkmanme-

 

[Laurajean]

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I've met a couple Boxers, they seem perfectly cute and funny, my only problem is that they're just too big for me. Living alone and being disabled, I need to be able to pick up the dog if god forbid, there were an emergency for example. I used to have a Husky years ago, and she was just too big. This time around I know I need a smaller, more manageable size.

About Boston Terriers, several people suggested them, and I feel mean saying this, but I just don't like how they look. I know that sounds judgmental and awful, but it's true.

When I tell my Boxer, "Crockett", to move....whether it is get down, get in the truck, go in the shed...whatever...He does it. I don't "pick him up"...he's too big for that. He just does as I request...sometimes I must tell him twice.

The Boston Terrier that I had years ago was the same way.

It's in how YOU "train" them.

But, to each his own.....I don't think that you would like a Chihuahua.

-Junkmanme-

I didn't mean to imply that I want to carry a dog around or anything. But if there were an emergency, say he got injured, I might need to pick him up and put him into my Jeep to bring him to a vet, if he couldn't get in on his own. That's the type of thing I am just trying to anticipate. Obviously I hope such a situation doesn't ever happen, but being alone and way out in the middle of nowhere, it's something I need to consider.

I don't think I'd like a Chihuahua either, based on what I've been reading. I just found a King Charles Spaniel/Papillon mix at a NH shelter, but of course they're closed for the day. I can almost guarantee it's already gone. I always seem to miss the good ones, they go so fast.

 

[Majestic Lane Poultry]

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Animal rescuing and rehoming is what I do. We have five dogs. I agree. I even used to think that way. UGLY! But you know what they say...love is blind. We took in a young Boston with a bad heart. She is by far our favorite dog and we have great dogs. She just loves to be loved and to be with us.

 

[There a chick...]

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Another person in the veterinary community...I would second this. Yes, we do see some really nice Chihuahuas, but the majority of them are labeled "caution/muzzle" on their charts. The other thing I will point out is that they can be "fragile" (i.e. we have seen some that have broken their leg just jumping off the couch).

 

[There a chick...]

And with certain breeds I would strongly suggest investing in pet insurance....some of these dogs are medical train wrecks.

 

[Laurajean]

Here's a pic of the King Charles Spaniel/Papillon mix I found at a NH shelter. He looks perfect, but I'll bet anything he's long gone. He looks like a puppy but it says he's 3 years old, sweet and likes cats and dogs. Sounds way too good, he must have been scooped up I'm sure. I'll call tomorrow when they're open just in case.

 

[schellie69]

I just want to show my chihuahuas off
This is my buddy he is a chihuahua/pom/terrier mix he is what got me through some really tough times when I was sick

This is annie she was a rescue she was kept in a small cage except for a few time a day when they let her out to go to the bathroom also the guy who was living there used to kick her out of his way she belongs to my special needs daughter she sits on her lap sleeps with her she is a little yappy but does not bite.

This is hippie he loves to sit in your lap and be held. He does not bark unless the other dogs start and then he does it only a few time very mellow dog

This is chico he is a chihuahua/doxie mix he was thrown across the room onto the couch shot with a bb gun so he is scared of being carried, he does bark but that could be because of the doxie part. He has decided that my DH belongs to him which is funny since DH first dog's name was chico. He loves to just lay beside you.

I would check the local animal shelters you never know what is waiting for you.

 

[Majestic Lane Poultry]

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Sounds like love to me...crossed eye and all. Looks like a puppy because of the puppy haircut.

 

[aggie9296]

I am a Chihuahua ower. Have had 3. Yes they are bossy, snappy, yappy, pains in the butt. Hard to house break. However, they make excellent lap dogs as they love you to the end of the earth. They just don't like anyone else. ALso, low maintenence on the grooming.

Had one live to be 15 (rescued her at 12) and she was the grumpiest, feistiest dog ever, all 5 lbs of her. She loved me, hated the other dogs. My current Chi is overweight and yappy. But she loves to snuggle and cuddle and would be in my lap 24/7 if I let her. She is dog aggressive and will bite humans when cornered. Also, none of them have been very bright. Purebreds can have a lot of issues. Some of the long haireds I've seen were sweet, but I'd have to seriously question that they were really Chis.

I also have a Maltese mix that is the sweetest, friendliest, smartest dog ever. Excellent lap dog. Rescued at 1, now age 7. Sometimes a shelter mutt is the best dog.

 

[Laurajean]

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Oh, they're all so cute, especially the two dark ones, love their faces!

But realistically, I am suspecting these sweet Chihuahuas are a rarity. I think I'd be better looking for a different breed. Did you see the one I posted above? The shelters closed already for the day, but I'll call tomorrow. I'm sure he's probably gone though.....