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Author Topic: What can I do to calm down my Chihuahua  (Read 1705 times)
coco
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« on: February 09, 2009, 08:00:14 PM »

I adopted a little 4 month old Chihuahua and I think she's part terrier of some kind.
She's super hyper active and barks and nips a lot. She loves getting a lot of attention which I know they love. Unfortunately we are not home all day and I know she gets bored. We also have a 2 year old shit-zu and she drives him crazy. She is always picking on him and I think it's because she's trying to get attention from anyone. What can I do to make her feel more comfortable?
What can I do to make her stop barking and crying all night long? Help please anyone....

Thank you
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sarah
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« Reply #1 on: March 17, 2009, 09:11:18 PM »

Hi Coco,

hmm, seems like she needs attention. Below I've listed a few things that may help..

1. whilst out and when she is alone, try to leave a radio playing or keep the tv on. Remember if you're going to be gone for long periods to set your tv to go into standby.

2. Just like a baby, if she's crying all night long she either has too much energy, is hungry, or needs to go toilet. I'm assuming it's the first and going by that.. if you have time try to take her for a long walk before bedtime and really work her out. Play fetch and make her run a lot.

3. If wearing her out doesn't work you can always try giving her a snack before bedtime.

4. If she STILL carries on barking, maybe something is disturbing her throughout the night? My Pip goes absolutely crazy at the sound of a fox or badger so keeping her away from the backyard window at night is a must. Try moving your chihuahua to a quiter place or somewhere nearer to you so she feels comforted.

I hope this helps, please let us know if it worked.

We're all crossing our fingers for you Smiley

Sarah
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chigeek
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« Reply #2 on: May 06, 2009, 07:06:16 PM »

I would probably purchase some mentally stimulating dog toys to leave with her while you are out so she is getting some stimulation.  I also would suggest taking her for walks twice a day if you can once in the morning and again at night.  I too have a hyper chi who fiends for attention and i find taking her for walks routinely settles her down as well as lots of play time Smiley
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« Reply #3 on: February 10, 2010, 03:39:01 AM »

Search the videos of Cesar Millan on youtube. He's good in taming dogs. Hope this helps.
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« Reply #4 on: October 04, 2010, 09:10:43 AM »

Barking is used to get attention or show excitement or signify loneliness. Your new dog may be adjusting with her new home. Give her time and affection. It will help her. But since this reply is late, I think your dog has now adjusted. How is she now?
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