Chihuahua
PerroPequeñoPeso 1.5–3 kgEsperanza 12–18 años
Among the smallest and longest-lived dogs — senior years center on mitral valve disease and knee problems; guard puppies against hypoglycemia.
Temperamento: Alert and fearless, utterly devoted, vocal
🩺 Enfermedades frecuentes y riesgos
Alto
Mitral valve disease
Senior cough or exercise intolerance needs a cardiac workup
Frecuente
Luxating patella
Common in small breeds
Vigilar
Hydrocephalus
Puppy with an odd head shape or circling — investigate
Frecuente
Hypoglycemia
Frequent small meals for puppies
Alto
Periodontal disease
Very high incidence
📋 Cribados recomendados y frecuencia
- #1Heart auscultation (annual, senior twice yearly)
- #2Dental check (twice yearly)
- #3Knee check (annual)
🍚 Nutrición
Small, frequent meals; high calorie density in small stomachs — choose a small-bite energy-dense formula.
🛁 Cuidados diarios
Smooth or long coat variants differ in grooming; bundle up in winter; no jumping off furniture.
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