Welcome to The Puppy 4 You!
Why should you buy your next chihuahua puppy from us?
We raise our puppies in our homes, with our families. They are treated with tender, loving care from before their birth. They are socialized with children, babies, big dogs, small dogs, cats, strangers, bunnies, and even a pygmy goat! We begin teaching our dogs about crate training prior to going to their new homes. This is to ease the shipping process as well as to ease the transition to their new home. The crate you receive with your puppy will be the actual crate they have trained in and accepted as their place they are safe and secure. They will also be started on learning manners and depending upon their age at the time of adoption, potty training as well. They may not come to you as the already perfect pet but they'll be well on their way. When you receive your puppy you can be assured that you have a healthy pet ready for your love, ready to be trained, and ready join your family.
About the Chihuahua
Breed Standards
Chihuahua dogs are the smallest breed in the world and are, ironically, named after the largest state of Mexico.
These small dogs come in two varieties: smooth-coat and long-coat. The long-haired variety includes some dogs with very thick, dense, fluffy coats and ranges to others with thinner hair that lays flat but have fringed ears and tails. The smooth-coat variety is very sleek and slick. The coat is very close, soft in texture and glossy.
Along with their tiny size, their large eyes and large, erect ears are the breeds most widely recognized characteristics. Many people know them as the Taco Bell Dogs.
Their height is not specified by the registry clubs and therefore they can be tall, short or anywhere in between. But typically their height ranges between 6-10 inches at their withers. Their weight is limited though. To be of show quality, they must weigh no more than 6 pounds. That does not mean if they are larger, they are not pure-bred. There are oversized chihuahuas in even the best bloodlines. Chihuahua dogs that are under 6 pounds are referred to as teacup chihuahuas. Those weighing more than 6 pounds are referred to as toy chihuahuas.
Temperment
Chihuahuas may be the smallest breed but what they lack in size, they certainly do not lack in attitude or personality. They seem to have no concept of how little they actually are. They often times will pick a fight with a big dog just as if they were the same size or bigger than their adversary.
Their personality is of a curious nature and they are extremely loyal to their owners. Socialization is of vital importance with this vivacious breed so they do not become overly protective of their owners and their human relationships. They often times choose just one member of the family in which they pledge their devotion. Though this can be controlled with proper socialization.
Their small size allows them to be great companions for the city and apartment dwellers. They very quickly adapt to the smaller environment. They housebreak easily and make excellent lap dogs. They are very good watch dogs too.
Unlike most, these dogs tend to have a "clannish" nature, often preferring the company of other Chihuahuas over other breeds of dogs.
Did you know...?
- have the largest brain of any breed as compared to their size.
- were considered sacred among the Aztec and Toltec tribes of Mexico. They were even used in ceremonial worship and were so treasured among them that their remains were discovered buried along with their humans in both Mexico and the U.S.
- are born with floppy ears that stand up as they mature.
- were used as "hot packs" in the old days for aches and pains. This later led to the belief that chihuahuas somehow possessed magical or healing powers. We know this now to be just an old wives tale.
- are believed to be able to help asthma and allergy sufferers! (I don't know if I believe that they actually help the sufferer (other than psychologically) but from what I read, the breed itself, regardless of either long haired or short, does not seem to bother their allergies or asthma, whereas other breeds would.
- have occupied the American continent longer than any other domesticated breed. No one actually knows how they got here. Some people believe that the Spaniards introduced them, others believe it may have been the Chinese. There is even some talk that they may have been indigenous to the continent. There is no doubt, however, that they have been here the longest.
- are just chihuahua puppies. The registration groups do not recognize "teacup" or "toy" types. They are just referred to as such by breeders and owners as a reference of their size. The AKC actually only accepts the 2-6 pound chihuahuas as acceptable for show. However, they do register them even if they are larger than the 6 pound show limit.
- have been known to have raised orphaned kittens. I know this to be true because our Pansy has successfully raised one orphan kitten herself.
- chihuahuas are born with their skulls not fully formed. Just like with human babies, chihuahua puppies have a "molera" or soft-spot on the tops of their heads. It should become fully closed by adulthood.
Our Breeders are our pets!
We currently have a family of three chihuahua dogs. Pansy, Carmello, and White Fang all share their home with 3 children and a cat too. They are not just breeders, they are our pets. We love all our dogs and puppies and treat them as a part of the family.
Which puppy will be the Puppy 4 You?
4 Puppies 4 You
We have three long-haired and one rough-coat. Though they are quite comfortable here at our home, they are patiently waiting to meet their new parents. Do these teacup babies melt your heart? Just wait until you get one in your home. Their sweet disposition will win you over in no time at all.We have a variety of colors and patterns including one that is very rare.
