honeychild

Even registered chis can have great variation in type. However as your girl doesn't have papers you can never be 100 percent sure. She is very cute and I can see how you fell in love with her, but she doesn't look to be a particularly 'typey' chihuahua. But as I said, chis that look like her can also come from two registered parents. How big/old is she? That can sometimes give some clues

Dogs in santa hats are possibly the cutest thing ever! Huga i'm loving that first pic he he

Naww I love christmas pups! Heres my practice run

He he she's a crack up this little one

One of my faves :D

CrazyCresties I am in LOVE with Daisy!! Lol what an adorable pic, Love the outfit too

Thanks Lol, sisterly nom noms :p

One of my favourite picture of all time, its actually one of a sequence and here they are caught in the act

There really is no such thing as a 'teacup' chihuahua. I'm not saying this just to keep this illusive sub-breed from you! There is no 'rare' type of coat or colour. All colours (bar merle) are acceptable, and they come in long and smooth. If a chihuahua has a deer head or long legs, it is not a separate type of chihuahua, it just isn't to standard. Just because they are small doesn't mean they are toys, they are dogs and you still need to train them!

She is beautiful And as if I needed to add to my breed wish list, I would add her in a heartbeat!!

Yep, mine does that as well. No mites and have had her ears checked. Its a nervous habit. She alternates between this and licking. The vet says its anxiety driven and its a soothing mechanism. I would definitely be getting her ears checked to rule this out though.

Just got this in my Facebook feed if anyone is interested http://www.novafm.com.au/nova937/article_c...unds_104912?s=5 Local Perth Artist Bennett Miller is calling on all dachshund owners... He is looking for 47 sausage dogs to take part in a bizarre and joyful installation called Dachshund UN. If you have a Dachshund and are interested in being involved contact PICA on 9228 6307 or email Bennett at [email protected] to register your interest. Hurry along now though, places are filling fast!

I don't take my girls to off lead parks. They are just too small and vulnerable. Its not being over protective, it's just looking after them, they could easily be injured by an over excited dog. They get plenty of exercise at other places, and I NEVER let them off lead. It's not worth the risk.

Thanks I hadn't really linked it to whether my other girl was here or not, but now that I think of it I will have to pay close attention when she is back to whether the licking behaviour changes. It really is a funny thing! And she definitely derives comfort from it- I guess it might be like biting your nails? lol

Thanks for your advice I guess a vet visit is in order...

Yay for education! Congrats on your great job. People really truly honestly do not know. A lot of otherwise intelligent, compassionate people would never purchase from pet shops had they known better. Makes me cringe to know that one of my dogs came from one and I will regret it forever (however I was 12 at the time), but of course we love her unconditionally.

She is 4 years old This has developed over the past, say, 6 months She is otherwise very content and happy, relies on routine, a bit nervy and some what on edge but trusts us implicitly for security and comfort I havn't yet mentioned it to the vet, I probably should have, but I havn't As for any prior change... We have had another girl come and go in past year. She has gone to stay with her co owner for the moment but will most likely be back here in the future.

My chihuahua has developed an obsessive habit of nervous licking. She does it intently and you really have to snap her out of it. I'm talking the couch, the bed, cushions, pillows, blankets etc- she licks people too but mainly things made of material, but with no alternative she will turn to the floor (wood) or her feet. I am fairly sure that it is anxiety driven, though I have no idea why. I present her with chews, toys, bones, treats, all kinds of things to distract her in exchange with for her licking. We play games, she has plenty of walks and exercise and stimulation, and she has 3 companions. I really don't know what to do for her and it is starting to stress me out! I really feel like she needs some sort of anxiety treatment or something, I really need to do something to help her. Please can someone point me in the right direction.

sorry double post.

I have a therapy chihuahua. She was assessed through Animal Companions in Perth, I think it's different in other states. Its a very valuable thing to do

I've got a few, too bad i'm in Perth!

Hey Worm, Kiki is gorgeous. Come join our chihuahua thread

One of mine once sat in the corner facing the wall and would not look at me after I cut her nails. She wouldn't even take treats! So I don't know what exactly was going through her mind, but it certainly looked like sulking to me.

Ahh all too often, and it's usually two or three. And when I eventually do get up, they steal my spot!

What a gorgeous story. Obviously much love between these two. Heres hoping for a reunion very soon.