Chihuahuas For Dummies [Paperback]

Jacqueline O'Neil (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 5, 2007

Are you crazy about Chihuahuas? Chihuahuas For Dummies, 2^nd Edition, is fully updated to show you how to find the one you’ll love most and make him or her part of your family. This one-stop guide gives you all the information you need to raise and care for your plucky little pooch.

You’ll find expert advice on everything from feeding and healthcare to housebreaking, grooming, training, and more. Plus, you’ll learn the ins and outs of selecting the right vet, handling emergencies, and even entering your little darling in a dog show. You’ll find out about the ups and downs of living with a pet, get familiar with the Chihuahua’s classic physical characteristics, and find help in deciding whether you’d prefer a dog with a long coat or a smooth coat. Discover how to:

• Choose your ideal Chihuahua
• Prepare your home for your new arrival
• Manage your puppy’s nutrition and health
• Prevent common behavior problems
• Teach your Chihuahua fun tricks
• Build a strong and loving bond with your pet
• Train children to get along with your Chihuahua
• Choose Chihuahua toys and accessories
• Select a crate and bedding
• Introduce your little dog to other pets
• Teach your little dynamo manners and good behavior

You know that bringing a Chihuahua into your home will be a happy and joyful experience. Chihuahuas For Dummies, 2^nd Edition, makes it easy, too!

Editorial Reviews

Review

"a guide to help you know what to expect from these loveable creatures" (I Want It Now, June 2006) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Back Cover

Tips for tackling housebreaking and behavior issues

Your one-stop guide to selecting and raising this plucky little pooch

Are you crazy about Chihuahuas? This updated guide shows you how to find the right one and make him or her part of the family. You get expert advice on everything from feeding and healthcare to grooming and training. Plus, you'll see how to find a vet, handle emergencies, and even show your Chihuahua.

Discover how to:

• Choose your ideal Chihuahua
• Prepare your home for your Chihuahua
• Manage nutrition and health
• Prevent common behavior problems
• Teach your dog fun tricks

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Product Details

• Paperback: 296 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 2 edition (December 5, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470229675
• ISBN-13: 978-0470229675
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (46 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #193,016 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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90 of 91 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best information on Chihuahuas to date., December 30, 2000

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Becky (TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Chihuahuas For Dummies (Paperback)

I have bought practically every Chihuahua book on the market and found this one to be the absolute best. The author seems to genuinely love this breed and it shows throughout her book. It was such an enjoyable read without becoming generic in certain chapters as I have seen so many times before with other authors. Mrs. O'Neil gave each hypothetical chihuahua a name which enhanced her comfortable writing style. I have found more information in this one book than all the others combined. All in all, I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in Chihuahuas.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Chihuahua Guide, May 10, 2005

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Rebecca Simmons "ChiGirl" (Memphis, TN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Chihuahuas For Dummies (Paperback)

I purchased and read Chihuahua's for Dummies just before purchasing my Chihuahua puppy. This book has been a great help with everything from understanding the Chihuahua mind to breed-specific training and housebreaking tips. I highly recommend this book to any first-time Chihuahua owner because it helps to answer the myriad of questions that you will have once you bring your puppy home.

20 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good for beginners, old hat for experienced dog owners., July 1, 2005

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UberAlice (Cincinnati, OH) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Chihuahuas For Dummies (Paperback)

I purchased this book shortly after adopting my first Chihuahua from a rescue organization. I had owned several and worked with hundreds of dogs previously (I'm a veterinary student) and found this book to be an excellent jumping-off point for those who have little dog ownership experience. However, the material on potty-training, safety, vet care and many other subjects were just standard non-breed specific information. I found myself flipping through the book idly and found very little information that was new to me.
If you have never owned a dog, or have little experience with dog ownership and are considering a Chihuahua, definitely buy or borrow this book. But if you have a decade of being a doggy mom (or dad) under your belt, pass this book up for good old research with other Chi owners and breeders. It has enough redundant information to make spending the $16 seem silly.