The affectionate and beguiling Chihuahua holds two distinctions among purebred dogs; of the world's more than 350 breeds, this is the smallest and most long-lived. Weighing as little as a pound, the Chihuahua often enjoys good health for twenty years. Many characteristics endear the Chihuahua to its millions of fans throughout the world. The breed is prized for intelligence, its extreme devotion to his mistress or master, its saucy expression and outgoing personality. Whether wearing a glossy smooth coat or a soft and wavy long coat, the Chihuahua is an attractive and alert companion for any dog lover who dares open his heart to the irresistible 'Chichi'. This book provides the much-needed factual information about Chihuahua and its ancestry, character and standard, as well as the proper selection, feeding, training, preventative health care and behaviour of the breed. The new owner will welcome advice about puppy proofing the home, preparing for the pup's arrival and preventing puppy problems.

In addition to an extremely authoritative text, this book presents over 135 photographs in full colour, which prove to be as informative as they are attractive. Helpful hints and important information are highlighted to provide easy access to everything the reader needs to know about life with a Chihuahua.

Whether it's housebreaking problems, allergies or fleas, this book is the way to prevention, providing the reader with the necessary guidance an owner needs from puppyhood through the senior years. Recommended by top breeders and trainers, this book is the responsible first choice of every new owner of a Chihuahua. Topics discussed include:

 

• History of the Chihuahua
• Characteristics of the Chihuahua
• Breed Standard for the Chihuahua
• Your Chihuahua puppy
• Everyday care of Your Chihuahua
• Housebreaking and Training Your Chihuahua
• Health care of Chihuahua
• When Your Chihuahua gets Old
• Showing Your Chihuahua

Author : Barbara J Andrews
Hardcover - 155 pages