Shampoodles Pet Grooming Coconut Creek FL, Chihuahua Puppies

Chihuahuas are the world's smallest dog breed. Weighing between 2 and 8 pounds with an average height of 6 to 9 inches. Chihuahuas have a stocky body and slightly longer than tall, that is sturdy and muscular. Their apple-shaped heads feature dark round eyes, pointed ears and a pointed muzzle. Smooth coat Chihuahuas have a soft, glossy coat. The long-coated variety have curly or straight hair. Chihuahuas can come in any color or combination of colors, tan, black, cream, Blue Merle etc.






They are great little dogs for apartments. They like much warmer weather than the cold weather. They need space just like any other dog, just because they are small does not mean they can be kept in a small area.

Grooming your Chihuahua

Smooth Chihuahuas wear a velvety, shiny, close-fitting coat and have a ruff area around the neck. They have a very thin covering of hair on the head and ears. The tail should be furry, not bare. Smooth Chihuahuas shed, but they are so small that the amount is manageable for all but the most house proud. Brush them weekly with a rubber grooming glove or soft bristle brush to remove dead hair and keep the skin and coat healthy.

Longcoated Chihuahua have a long, soft coat is flat or slightly curly, and the dog has a ruff around the neck, fringed ears, feathering on the legs and a plumed tail. The hair on the rest of the body is almost as smooth as that on the smooth Chihuahuas have.


Brush the longcoat with a soft bristle brush once or twice a week. Use a stainless steel comb to remove tangles from the hair on the ears, legs and tail. If you brush the Chihuahua frequently, they shouldn’t need frequent baths. If he spends a lot of time on your furniture or in your bed, though, there’s nothing wrong with bathing him as often as a couple of times a week.

Use a gentle shampoo made for dogs and dry him thoroughly so he doesn’t get chilled. Never let him sit around and air dry.










 

Keep your Chihuahua’s big ears clean with a solution recommended by your veterinarian. Don’t use cotton swabs inside the ear; they can push gunk further down into it. Wipe out the ear with a cotton ball, never going deeper than the first knuckle of your finger. Trim his nails regularly, usually every couple of weeks. They should never be so long that you hear them clicking on the floor.

Pet grooming Coconut Creek FL- Shih Tzu Puppies

Shih Tzus are not guard, hunters. But they may retrieve balls for you to throw. They are bred to do one thing. They are companion dogs who give love to the world. They’re best at being a lap dog. They’ll bark to alert you that someone is at the door.

Intelligent dogs, Shih Tzu like learning. They may take a little more time during training, and housebreaking can be a problem that requires perception and consistency on your end.



A Shih Tzu needs a daily walk. Play will take care of a lot of its exercise needs. Dogs that do not get to go on daily walks are more likely to display behavior problems. Do not overfeed this breed or it will quickly become fat.

Keeping the Shih Tzu coat gorgeous is demanding. Daily brushing and combing is necessary to prevent tangles, as is frequent bathing (as often as once a week). In fact, many a Shih Tzu lover gives up and hires a professional groomer to clip those long locks short.

Maltese Puppies: Shampoodles Pet Grooming

 Maltese are gentle, loving, obedient and well-mannered creatures that love attention and affection and know how to return to favor. However, Maltese have a fearless energy that makes them slightly more of a handful than your typical, docile lapdog. They love to run around in the yard, play chase and hop around in mud puddles. But, when playtime is over, they are super big cuddlers.

Weight:
4 – 6 pounds

Height:
8 – 10 inches

Maltese Traits:
    •    Small
    •    Silky coat
    •    Loyal
    •    Polite
    •    Active
    •    Very Gentle

What They Are Like to Live With?
Maltese are perfect for city environments. They are quiet, gentle and happy. Some Maltese even prefer small spaces. Great with children, especially older ones, Maltese are confident around other dogs without being overconfident. The Maltese fearlessness tends to make them self-assured rather than defensive.

Things You Should Know
Maltese look like a pet that needs pampering, they are actually quite sturdy and secure.  Give them lots of love and attention and they will always respond in kind. Maltese get along wonderful

with children, as long as children respect their space and play with them properly. Maltese demand a certain amount of respect and good treatment. As you can tell by looking at them, Maltese need daily grooming. Their coat is silky and very soft, so brush with care. They do not shed too much, making them a good choice for allergy sufferers. Also remember to clean their eyes, ears and beards regularly.