However, the size of the teacup Chihuahuas raises the health issue occurrences and sometimes even worsens them. This makes them quickly use up their glucose reserves, causing them to have low blood sugar.
But because of breeding this version, such an organ has been insanely scaled down. With so doing, their hearts quickly fail or break down unexpectedly. There are no reliable data for the life expectancy of a teacup Chihuahua, it however revolves around how they are cared for and the conditions around them. Chihuahuas have a reported life expectancy of between 7 to 12 years.
It is expected, with all the necessary precautions and care taken, that the teacup Chihuahua can live up to 7 years. This is very much at the mercy of the health issues that could possibly plague your teacup Chihuahua. In order to get them healthy, it is necessary to meet their daily nutritional needs with some of the best dog food out there. Avoid feeding your pooch sugary treats to help maintain a good dental condition as well as preventing possible diabetes.
It is important to pay attention to your pooch whenever you are trying out new food, watch out for reactions such as allergies, diarrhea, amongst other signs of discomfort.
It is not advisable to keep teacup Chihuahuas in homes with little kids. This is simply due to the fragility of these pooches. As earlier mentioned, the teacup Chihuahua is prone to suffer the development of fragile bone and can easily get fractures amongst other things. Kids are known to be quite oblivious to this fact and could be too rough with a teacup Chihuahua, leading to possible injuries.
The teacup chihuahua can get along just well with other dogs, they still possess the same temperament of the regular Chihuahua. With proper puppy-stage socialization, the teacup Chihuahua can develop well-balanced confidence around other dogs. It is important to point out that it is not wise to leave your teacup Chi with very active and overly playful dogs.
This is a smaller version of the Chihuahua breed, which usually originates from breeding a standard Chihuahua with a smaller dog breed. Teacup Chihuahuas are the ultimate companion dog, always willing to stay next to you or on your laps.
They might require more effort to keep them healthy and safe, but if you are capable of fulfilling these requirements, they will make a great addition to your family. The teacup Chihuahua is a real variant of the standard Chihuahua and has been around for quite some time now.
Due to their size, they are prone to a slew of health issues and can be quite high maintenance as a result of their fragile nature. They have risen in popularity in recent times and this is largely due to the spotlight being placed on them by people online. Skip to content. Spread the love. Table of Contents show. Are Teacup Chihuahuas real? I took him to the vet after I had been draining it for a few days.
She said it was likely die to my Chi and the cat playing rough and that the dog may have hit a lymph node as opposed to a blood vessel as the fluid was completely clear.
She suggested just being patient as it resolved but that I could continue to drain it if it made me feel better. The one is a kind of wrinkled up, funky ear. As a Chi mom, I would suggest getting your vets opinion before doing anything. I need to know the answer to this question also. We just adopted a year old, Black and Tan, tiny Chihuahua whose former owners are now deceased.
I can tell this dog has always been well-loved. I need to know that too. We just rescued a 9 year old who was NOT well cared for.
Not spayed, teeth fell out, fur falling out, overweight. I have 2 chihuahuas that would be called teacup and they are very healthy and very active, so saying all so called teacup chihuahuas are unhealthy is not true.
IMO you are the exception that proves the rule. You are so right Gin. She is still very active and adorable. Last year me and my mom rescued a small Chihuahua. We could tell she was not eating right and poorly taken care of. So is there a way to find out? Usually you look at a dogs teeth for age.
A vet can give you a rough estimate. My Vet gave me an estimated age. Check with your Vet. My little 3. My Horse accidently kicked him in the head. He died in my arms. I got rehomed my horse because I have other dogs. Plus when the time is right I want another tiny one.
My pit mix thinks he is one as well. My granddaughter wants a tea cup chihuahua, is there a rescue for them around Harrisburg Hershey PA. She has been talking about this and I am excited to find and get one for her but I now concerned about health. I too had a teacup chihuahua, she was the best dog in the world. She passed last month from congestive heart failure. She was 12 years old and weighed 2. She was always healthy. Never took her to vet because she was sick.
Only took her for her annual shots and checkup. She was potty trained since she was 9 weeks old. I was blessed to have such a smart loving dog.
I miss her so much. Im sorry to hear of your chihuahua. I had her on meds and regular dr appointments. Im so lost without her. Did you have yours on meds? How did yours pass? They could not have been the original owners because he is not vicious nor bitey, he is potty trained, rides well in vehicles, desires to be held like a human baby in the crook of your arm, and is so gentle and mild mannered i was in shock to be honest.
Would you be fearful? If I notice him having an episode I have Karo syrup readily available to rub on his gums. He will lick Kayro syrup off my finger tip. As Long As I feed him every three to four hours or approximately three to four times a day his seizures are very minimal and they are manageable. A high protein diet lessens the episodes cause from hypoglycemia.
He is allergic to corn in dog food so he has to eat grain free food. He barks at every single person that comes in or out the door and he has gotten to where he is starting to attack people when they leave. For the pros and cons of it positive things in my life that he has been a part of way out way the negative. I just got my wonderful little nine week old baby boy. I just read all this information on there health. He eats and drinks good.
He jumps around and chews on everything, even my hand. Has some real sharp teeth. I just pray I am one of the lucky ones I mean him to on his health and all. We just lost our last little dog Holly in May of last year and our other dog Rio the year before that.
They both lived there life in full and they were like our children. We miss them very much. I thought it was time to put all the lost love we have for both of them into another little soul. I just pray we will be able to do that for a long time with Rolly.
Named after Rio and Holly. I loved her so much. She went to work with me every day, even long trips by car. One could not ask for a better companion than my Sweetie. I woke up to find her having seizures and foaming from her mouth. I rushed to the vet, who sent me to a 24 hour clinic where specialists cared for her for a week, but to no avail. I miss her so, as she was a loving wonderful member of our family.
Thanks for some positive words. I had a teacup that lived to be 13 years old. She weighed 3. I am fostering a 4 month old teacup by accident. I was at the rescue with my daughter to save a 4 month old puppy that was going to be put down. Due to their extremely small size, these puppies are highly susceptible to hypoglycemia. Even adult teacups are susceptible to these problems and may require special care if they miss a meal. While many breeders insist on calling their Chihuahuas teacups, the Chihuahua Club of America states that size variations are normal within the breed, and there is no such thing as a teacup Chihuahua.
Some breeders use the name because it sounds better than calling tiny puppies runts or undersized, and it even lets them charge more for the little ones. Even the tiniest of Chihuahuas will still have the typical temperament of the breed, a disposition that is often compared to that of the average terrier. Chihuahuas tend to be a bit feisty, with a self-confident attitude, and are normally alert and energetic.
They want to be the boss of all that they see, including you, your significant other, and any other pets that you may have.
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