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Answer by Ana
Submitted on 5/27/2004
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I have had my long haired Chi for a little over a year now. Mine does shed but not so much that you would consider it an awful problem. This breed is sweet tempered (unless teased aggressively), very jealous (he can't see me kiss my husband!), and certainly loves to be with you 24/7. The only drawback I have found with this breed, at least with my Chi, is that he is what's called a submissive urinator. For those who might not know, dogs who submissively urinate do so to show their owners that they recognize that they are not the "alphas" of the group. In other words, they are showing you that they know you're the boss! Neither my husband nor I can bend down to pet him because he will automatically "spring a leak". This has been frustrating as I've tried most of the tips I've read to stop him from this behavior, but none have worked permanently. On the more positive side, they are not destructive to have in the house. Overall though, they are good little dogs who adore your company.

Answer by BeachGal
Submitted on 7/20/2004
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My Chi's submissive urination problem has become a real pain. I'm ready to give him up despite all the $ I've spent on him already. He has all of his shots and has always been been an indoor dog. I've tried everything to correct the problem, to no avail, but I must admit I'm not the most patient person. I think he needs a home with perhaps other Chi's where he doesn't feel the attention is all on him. Playing with other dogs might make him more relaxed. He needs someone who has the time and patience to work with him. Aside from this problem, he is a great little dog. I have a crate, food, toys, doggie bed, the works. He is about 1 1/2 years old and I'm asking $400 (negotiable) (he's pet quality, no papers). He is long haired, beige with a white chest and healthy. Vet says it is just a "personality" problem with him, not health related. Anyone who is interested in purchasing him, please email me at sada_alfonso@yahoo.com. Thanks.

Answer by lyndsey
Submitted on 12/27/2004
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I don't necessarily have an answer to this question but I have a question myself for you Chi experts. I'm 13 years old now and turning 14 on Dec. 31st and I've wanted a Chi for a long time now at first I thought I wanted a short haired Chi but now I want a long haired one. But my question is that do they happen to urinate inside on a regular basis or do they just do it when they get excited, and if they do happen to urinate a lot inside while their young is it possible to teach them not to do it anymore, or is it just almost impossible. My aunt and uncle have a mini pincher and a doxen and they happen to urinate a lot inside and it seems like they are not trainable, either they don't try to teach them or they try but its not working. So this is creating a problem with my dad he thinks that Chi's urinate a lot inside like my aunt and uncle's dogs do so its creating a problem so my dad wont get an inside dog at all because of this problem. If any of you experts out there have an answer for me that would be GREAT, or if you can get me a website that has information about them, I would greatly appreciate it, Thank You!

Answer by Kelsey
Submitted on 4/24/2005
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Hello, I do not have a long haired Chihuahua, but my friend Mary does, Tucker he is black and white and short haired, abused as a poor baby he tends to be nippy, hes arobale and sheds very little, even though he tries to bite me, I always forgive him he doesn't mean to be agressive he just thinks that i'm going to hurt him, I love him unconditionally but I wish inturn he'd love me too, Chi's aren't for strangers, I suggest socilaizing them VERY well as puppies to break them of this habbit, I'm very intrested in a long haired Chi. If you have a question Tucker (Chi) loves his two owners, so if you don' have kids a Chihuahua will be PERFECT for you, I suggest you try one out, socilaize it as a puppy and the little bundle should be no prob!

Answer by Dazlin_Danielle
Submitted on 4/29/2005
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For all those pets with submissive urination problems... I had a little Yorkie that would spring a leak everytime you spoke to loudly and went to pet her. She would even do this if you walked past her or the telephone rang. We tried for months to fix this problem and eventually we solved it. You have to get down to there level. Talk in very hushed, high pitched tones and get them to come to you. It there are peeing everytime you go to pick them up then call them to you. Sit on the floor and play or pet them for ahile. Eventually you will be able to pick them up and cuddle!!!! Please be patient. You would never give up a toddler because potty-raining was difficult, please do not give-up on a defenseless animal. dazlin_danielle@hotmail.com

Answer by Montowi102
Submitted on 5/4/2005
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Following the tragic death of our Border Terrier, I was not looking for another dog. I work in a veterinarians office and see tons of dogs everyday. When one of our clients brought her long haired chi, I fell in love. I actually found my long haired chi at the humane society. They said he was a cross between cocker spaniel and chi, but I think they were wrong. He is the best dog and adores my 4 boys(ages 12,11,6 and 4). He only pottied in the house the first night we got him, after that we didn't have any problems. He sleeps with my 4 year old every night, and cries when my son has to go to school. We have experienced NO SHEDDING, which is great. He gets along great with our 2 pekingneese as well as our 3 cats. I work in a vets office, so I know that Chi's tend to have problems with their knees and skin but so far we haven't had any problems. Chi's are great dogs, if cared for properly. Good luck with your Chi!

Answer by i luv mi chi
Submitted on 6/24/2005
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i have a question about my chihuahua. I have had my chihuahua for about a year now. I got him from a breeder, but after i bought my chi the breeder said he might b a little bit scared outside because he never been outside in his whole life which has been 3 years ! i knew i shouldn't of purchased him but i felt sorry for him. I have been having a big problem with my chi at barking at my brothers. At first i thought he was a little scared but its been a year so far and he is still barking at them . I think he is trying to protect me but i'm not sure .Even when he hears my brothers voices he starts barking like crazy . i don't no how to stop this so please please help me :(

Answer by Dia
Submitted on 7/12/2006
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My husband and I LOVE our long-haired chihuahua, Parker. He is THE most lovable dog, although he sure has an attitude (yes, he's Very spoiled!) I always had said that I want a dog that stays small and is extremely cuddly, and I found him. Even my husband fell in love at first sight! Parker does shed- A LOT! And, in the summer, we find fur balls all over. But maybe we don't brush him as often as we should...We also found it hard to train him to bark to go outside..he still doesn't, so we have to watch him to see if he's sitting by the door. However, we have trained him to use an incontinent pad in the laundry room, so when we're not home, there's no "accidents" on the carpet. I highly recommend long-haired chihuahuas!

Answer by ToasterBytes
Submitted on 1/1/2007
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I own two long haired chis and I trained one of them to use a litter box, which is a great idea for an indoor dog. It's actually very useful if you're not there for a few days and you can't clean up "what was left behind". The other is a puppy, about 6 - 7 months and it's currently paper trained. My dogs usually shed very little because we brush them daily. We wash them a lot so they don't smell, and it keeps the fleas away. These dogs are very loyal. The older chi; Peaches, won't sit with anyone but my mother, and the younger one; Pico, will usually always sit with me. They both love to play and are very docile. Never have I seen them bite intentionally. If you get little dogs like chis used to bigger and other dogs while they're still young, you won't have to worry about chasing them around the yard to "save" them from the monster running after it. Watch out for the little "crusties" that are left behind on the fur around the dogs' bottom though.

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Question by Shannon
Submitted on 10/12/2003
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I'm thinking of purchasing a long-haired chihuahua, but i'm afraid to b/c i don't want a dog that will shed alot. I have heard that they can shed alot or that some don't really shed at all. Is there anyway to know the difference or is it not true that they don't shed?

Answer by Sarah
Submitted on 10/13/2003
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We have a long coat chihuahua and she sheds very little. I brush her every other day and that seems to do the trick. She is the best dog ever so I highly recommend this breed of dog. She is sweet and playful and keeps us laughing with her tricks. She gets along fine with our cat and can hold her own with our Golden Retriever.

Answer by chimama
Submitted on 10/13/2003
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A long-haired chihuahua sheds very little as long as they are brushed every day or two. Since they are usually indoor only, they will shed fairly evenly throughout the year rather than seasonally. A long-haired chihuahua actually sheds less than a short-hair as a general rule. The one concern about long-haired dogs is that they can get poo poo stuck on their back fur (called pants). You might need to keep that area clipped or be prepared to remove any that gets stuck. I always recommend the book Chihuahuas for Dummies, it is the best I have read on the care and maintenance of these adorable little creatures.

Answer by Blonde chihuahua
Submitted on 11/2/2003
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I have a long haired teacup chihuahua. She has never shed, and won't. She sheds less than all my other dogs, including the border terrier. She is very active and can still fit in the palm of my hand. I think you should get one, their great pets, and very loyal. No one is getting into my house without a fight!

Answer by sobedebbie
Submitted on 11/6/2003
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WHEN MY HUSBAND AND I DECIDED TO GAIN A NEW COMPANION, WE COULDN'T HAVE MADE A BETTER CHOICE THAN TO HAVE FOUND OUR LONG HAIR CHI. CHUCKS IS THE MOST INTELLIGENT, LOYAL AND LOVING FRIEND. HE DOES NOT SHED VERY MUCH. MOSTLY SHEDS IN THE SUMMER TIME. HE LOVES THE WATER AND THE OUTDOORS. DON'T THINK THESE LITTLE FELLOWS DON'T HAVE ANY GUTS. THEY ARE LITTLE BUT HOLD A BIG HEART.

Answer by shanel
Submitted on 11/8/2003
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I HAVE A LONG-HAIRED CHIHUAHUA AND IT NEVER SHEDS AT ALL! WHEN SHE RARELY SHEDS IT IS SO LITTLE THAT YOU DON'T EVEN NOTICE IT ON YOUR SHIRT! I HAVE A AMERICAN COCKER AND A CHIHUAHUA AND 2 CATS THEY ALL GET ALONG GREAT ALSO IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANY DOG THAT SHEDS THEN GET IONIC BREEZERS FROM SHARPER IMAGE I'M ALLERGIC TO DOGS BUT I STILL HAVE THEM WITH THE IONIC BREEZERS SO GO TO SHARPER IMAGE AND GET 3that should do it my dogs names are sandy,zoeycats names are bella and grace

Answer by Kathleen
Submitted on 11/9/2003
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I have a long haired chihuahua and she is my second one. My first one lived to be fourteen years old. My first one (Chico)did not shed much at all and his coat was a bit more coarse than the one I have now. Sissy, the one I have now, has different feeling hair. Hers is soft and thin and fluffy. She shed more than Chico did. I think they are the cutest dogs ever and they are certainly loyal. Beware though, they get jealous of your attention. Neither of my dogs have been aggressive. They both have been happy, sweet, lap dogs that require little grooming other than brushing. I cannot recommend them highly enough!!

Answer by Doddie
Submitted on 11/25/2003
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I have a long-haired Chihuahua and she sheds very little. I have found the best grooming tool is a Zoom Groom which you can buy off of the internet or at some vets. In the summer twice a week is enough, in the winter, I hardly have to brush her at all. She has the heart of a big dog, plays with my min pin and cats, a good watchdog with a big bark for a 4 lb. dog. She is a cuddler and gets in my lap at every chance and sleeps under the covers next to me. I am totally in love with her, and she with me. You will not be sorry if you get one.

Answer by karanp
Submitted on 12/9/2003
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my chihuahua usually sheds very little. after she had puppies this spring, we had hair, some 4 to 5 inches long, everywhere. It is coming back now for the winter. She looks great again.

Answer by Janet
Submitted on 12/11/2003
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response to shannon about the long haired chihuahua. Have you gotten one yet? I would highly recommend. I have a little male and I can't imagine not having him in my life. He has been the most loving dog I have ever had. They do shed a little. They have to, our hair sheds. Just brush them out and it isn't bad at all. You will not regret the selection if you do. Good luck.

Answer by Sweetpea
Submitted on 1/12/2004
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Long-Haired Chihuahua's normally never shed. Its a fact that short hair dogs shed and long hair dogs dont shed normally at all. And if your looking for an amazing lap dog this is the one. But it normally dosent like its owner giving attention to a nother dog. It thinks more of a big dog like a Husky than a small dog like a Yorkie. Tip the dog over on its belly and check if it likes a belly rub if it does its not that agressive if it doesnt let you scratch its belly its going to try to be the domanit one out of the dogs in your family. If you want more info im at IM Slacker3761

Answer by zombie
Submitted on 2/20/2004
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My little angel, Peanut, is the cutest dog in the world. He's a very special one!! he was a abused dog that we got from a terrible breeder. We knew he might be a problem, but we took him in spite of all anticipated problems. We have had him almost a year now, and I gotta tell ya, I love him so much. He shed a teensy bit, but no big deal!!! If my little Peanut can survive living the first 18 months of his life in a filthy cage out in the freezing cold, then I can put up with a little dog hair and occasional messes! He is finally starting to use his puppy pads and I am so proud of him! He loves my pitbull, Ike, and Ike has finally gotten over not being top banana anymore. Ha ha.

Answer by sami007@aol.com
Submitted on 2/23/2004
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Sorry, I forgot my email address re my request for long haired chihuahua breaders in the San Francisco Bay Area. If anyone knows where I can find one, let me know. Thanks. sami007@aol.com

Answer by Pablo's mom
Submitted on 3/5/2004
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My little Pablo does shed, but since he's only just over 3 pounds, I hardly notice. Although he is a bit of a barker at times, especially when company comes, he is the most loyal, sweetest little companion I can ever have. And so easy to travel with. I wouldn't trade him for the world

Answer by Scooter
Submitted on 3/18/2004
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My next door neighbor has a very sweet short hair chi. He is not dominant and will roll over on his stomach. He plays with my pom everyday. Pommie rarely sheds however she is brushed twice a week whereas Scooter sheds quite a lot all year. When I take care of Scooter, I bathe and brush him which helps. Iam very fond of him and would purchase a long haired chi as long hair dogs with the proper care shed less.

Answer by Loves my dog111
Submitted on 4/1/2004
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Even short haired chihuahua'sshed mine does!! The fact in the matter is that all most ever dog sheds. There are special things you can get to protect your items in your house(or where you may live.) One of the best ways to reduce the hair on your things is to brush long haired chihuahua'sat least every other day. Good luck!!! Moost of them are very loving pets!!!

Answer by missy
Submitted on 5/16/2004
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My little Missy was abused and is still afraid of other people. She is definitely my baby and is extremely protective of her home and car. Get close to either one and she'll lay into you! She's not a cuddler except when she doesn't feel good but she's special and has a home with me until. . .

Answer by jeanine
Submitted on 5/26/2004
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we have just purchased a long haired chihuahua, and she is by far the best purchase we have made. They may be very expensive since they are a hard breed to find, but it's worth every penny. She hardly barks, and when she does, it isn't that loud. There very active, and just plain cute. She needs lots of care, but not too much. She enjoys chewing on things, but her teeth are too tiny to hurt anyone. I believe this is an amazing dog, that anyone that has the time and care should purchase.

Answer by Poohbear
Submitted on 5/31/2004
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Hello, I am looking for a long haired Chihuahua. I live in Calgary, Alberta. I have been thinking of getting another dog for a long time now. I have a pom that is going to be three on June 6th. I wanted to have another little won around. I think the little chihuahuas are so sweet.

Answer by buddydude
Submitted on 6/22/2004
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i want a little chihuahua mostly long hair.im alergic to dogs/cats i have had a cat before i think they are cute i have to get my parents to agree with me to get one i got my mom to say mabe and my dad is harder

Answer by chihuahua_lover
Submitted on 6/23/2004
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i would say get a long haired chi because they will shed less as long as you groom them every day or every other day, and if u may want to clip some hair off by its butt or when it goes to the bathroom some poo may get on the fur so u have to be ready to get it off. <(o<) its kirby

Answer by gabby
Submitted on 7/1/2004
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i am a thirteen year old girl from Portland, Oregon. my fourteenth b-day is in a week a more than anything i want a long haired Chihuahua. i check the humane society every day but they never have any :( if you know any breeders in my area please let me know :)

Answer by MaskedRaiderFan
Submitted on 7/4/2004
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I have a long hair chihuahua that my daughter found 2 yrs ago. He is absolutely spoiled but, he has never been able to be potty trained. He does shed especially when he sleeps on my bed. I was wondering if anyone knew of anyone with a female in the West Tx area, I would like to breed him once before I get him fixed. Thank you MaskedRaiderFan@yahoo.com

Answer by Poodle expert`
Submitted on 7/9/2004
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You might want to think about getting a chi-poo which is a poodle chihuahua mix.There are some that look like chihuahuas and others that look like poodles.They do not shed and are very sweet

Answer by bubbles
Submitted on 7/11/2004
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I really want a long haird chi. So I am going to start to beg my parents for one! we already have 3dogs 2cats 1bird 3hamsters and a Ginni pig! and i love them all very much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How I got to love chis so much was because my moms friend has one and when we went over to vist I just fell in love with Berny

Answer by lilshoban
Submitted on 7/14/2004
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My dog Jnco is a "chi-poo" He is the perfect size, just about 10lbs. Jnco often mistakes himself for a 75lb Rotti. He barks but once he knows you he just chills. I have found a couple of breeders on the east coast that breed chi-poo's Every person that has ever seen him, mistakes him for a puppy. I don't know where I would be without him.

Answer by aleen
Submitted on 8/26/2004
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Hello everyone, I just wanted to say that I'm getting a long-haired chihuahua soon, on sept 15, 2004 and am extremely excited and just wanted to share it with everyone. I'm getting him from an amazing breeder in Brussels Ontario named Shirley Burgess. If anyone is looking for a good breeder then e-mail me and i will tell you how to get in touch with her. I thought I'd lend a hand because it was so hard and took so long for me to find her (a good breeder, who cares alot about the puppies and is very patient with answering questions and stuff). So here is my e-mail address aleeen@hotmail.com.

Answer by candicorn78
Submitted on 9/9/2004
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I am desperatly searching for a Chi Poo, if anyone knows a breeder please contact me at candicorn78@aol.com . My Mr. Tate passed away and I am lost without him, I need to fill that empty space. Location and price is of no concern. I would fly a puppy from China if he looked like my Mr. Thanks for any help anyone can give!

Answer by Kimi
Submitted on 9/17/2004
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Hi my name is kim

Answer by 007
Submitted on 9/25/2004
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i got one an she is a hair bag that sheds like crazy.......and i love her so much that it dont matter

Answer by Suren
Submitted on 10/20/2004
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Long-Haired Chiuhuahuas never shed I should know I keep 16 in my kennal. wow, never had so much fun in my life. Its beter than a ZOO!!!!

Answer by pookie
Submitted on 11/30/2004
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pookie my long haired chi-poo is da bomb he is the cutest dog in the world, he doesnt shed and he is cool. I recomend a chi-poo not a chi. Because a chuuaua's are very mean and snnappy.

Answer by Meg
Submitted on 12/22/2004
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I was wondering if anyone knew of any chihuahua breeders in the Kansas City area. I've been wanting one for a very long time, and I have now decided to save up for one. Also, does anyone know what Pomahuahuas are about? They are a mix between a Pomeranian and a Chihuahua...and they also caught my attention when I saw them..They were very cute and I just wondered If anyone knew anything about them...

Answer by sam
Submitted on 1/9/2005
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i have a long haired chihuahua to she is such an angel and it lets me know when people are walking by our yard. & they are also always filled with exitement and games

Answer by Kirsty
Submitted on 1/19/2005
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Hi, my name is Kirsten and I am from North Carolina. I am looking for a tiny, long haired chihuahua with a playful personality. If you know of any breeders in my area or are selling one yourself please e-mail at krstyfrtxz@yahoo.com it would be wonderful! Thanks.