It is a common sight to see dogs of all breeds being protective of their owners when they are out in the street. And despite the small size of Chihuahuas, they seem to do their very best to protect their owners by barking, growling, and snarling at people and other animals who come close to … Read more

It is not surprising that Chihuahuas are fond of being petted by someone they like and feel comfortable with. They are however, more cautious towards strangers and don’t like being touched by unfamiliar people. Is it just part of their natural temperament, or are there other factors at play? Check out this post to learn … Read more

Chihuahuas have always been a very popular breed for adoption since they’re so cute and loyal.  But like other toy breeds, Chihuahuas can become possessive of their owners to the point of becoming aggressive, and they can get overly attached to just one person, who is usually their caretaker. Is that their natural behavior or … Read more

While most dog breeds can live comfortably with 12 to 14 hours of sleep every day, Chihuahuas typically rest for 14 to 18 hours a day.  Puppyhood is the most active time of their lives, and they compensate for all that energetic playtime by sleeping a lot! That is why Chihuahua puppies have been observed … Read more

While dogs are known to be highly emotional animals, is it true that they actually cry out of fear, happiness, anger, sadness, and joy, aside from the usual health conditions that cause their watery eyes? Read on to find out. Tears That Result from Reflex Actions Reflex tears are often caused by physical or emotional … Read more