How to Raise a Chihuahua Fox Terrier Mix Puppy
If you’re looking for a puppy that can grow into a full-fledged family member, consider a Chihuahua-Toy Fox Terrier mix. This small breed is loyal, brave, and affectionate. It requires little grooming and is a great choice for people who don’t have the time to commit to grooming a large breed. You’ll love the unique personality and appearance of this small dog.
This dog is smart, active, and even-tempered. It is very playful but can become possessive of its favorite humans. They can also be aggressive, so they should be raised with other dogs and with children. It’s best to train your Chihuahua Fox Terrier mix puppy early on so you can take it for a walk together. A training routine should be short and focused on the basics. This breed is likely to chew things, so a short training period is necessary.
Early socialization is key to raising a happy, well-behaved puppy. These dogs need to interact with other dogs and humans alike, and they don’t want to be left alone. As with any puppy, socializing your new dog is very important, and early socialization will pay off in the long run. You should also be sure to reinforce positive behaviors, such as a good dog treat, for example.
Because of the varying sizes and weights of the two breeds, Chihuahua-Fox Terrier mix puppies can have a variety of looks.
Their large, statuesque head and curly tail are traits that both parents possess, but there are also definite differences. Those traits make this mix an excellent choice for a family, but they’re not the best choice for first-time dog owners.
As with any breed, Chi Terriers can be spoiled and suffer from small dog syndrome. For this reason, they should be socialized like other dogs, even small children. During training, use a combination of spoken commands and positive reinforcements to help reduce yapping and excessive barking. For example, teach your Chi to sit when you say “sit”, and reward quietness with a treat.
You might be wondering how to tell a Chihuahua-Fox Terrier Mix from its parent breeds. First, you’ll want to consider the size of the parent Terrier. Chihuahua-Fox Terrier Mix puppies are usually smaller than the average Jack Russel. But they can be larger, too, if the parent dogs are both Fox Terriers.
The Toy Fox Terrier is similar to the Chihuahua in size. Sometimes, they are called Taco Terriers. The offspring of Chihuahua-Fox Terrier breedings will be small dogs, with heights and weights that do not exceed ten inches. A Chihuahua-Fox Terrier mix puppy can be as tall as 10 inches and weigh up to ten pounds.
If you have a Terrier and a Chihuahua mix puppy, you’ll need to feed them with high-quality dog food.
They should eat a low-calorie, high-protein diet. For puppies up to the size of toy dogs, feed them half a cup of dog food a day. Larger dogs should have a cup of dog food daily. A little human food is OK if it is kept in moderation.
A Chihuahua fox tern mix puppy can have a variety of personalities. Chihuahuas were originally bred for companionship in Mexico, but are now popular all over the world. A Chihuahua fox terrier mix puppy will exhibit characteristics of both. The Taco Terrier will be playful and affectionate, but he or she may have a stubborn streak. Although he will show some tendency to bark at other pets, he or she will probably be well-behaved with children and other pets.
A Chihuahua fox terra terrier mix can have health issues related to the small gene pool. Some health issues are less common in mixed breeds, but certain inherited conditions are still present. A Chihuahua fox terrier mix can develop luxating patella, which is a condition in which the kneecap slides inward. This condition causes lameness, and arthritis, and may require surgery to correct.
A Chihuahua fox tern mix puppy can vary in color and texture, and its appearance will depend on the coat type of its parent breed. A Chihuahua fox terrier mix puppy will be a white, black, or brown colored dog. It can grow to full size of eight to 12 inches in height. A Chihuahua fox terrier mix puppy is small, but unique and has a unique personality.
Meet Rose Camilla, an expert in the Terrier dog breed and an active writer and publisher. Camilla has been working with Terriers for over 12 years and her passion for them has only grown stronger with time. She has dedicated her life to understanding, training, and writing about Terriers.
