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Chihuahuas may be a tiny breed of dog, but they can be quite territorial and protective too. Some people think there are few things cuter than a Chihuahua pup, but before you take that adorable baby home from the breeder, you would be well advised to discover more about the best methods for training your Chihuahua puppy.

Like any puppy, a Chihuahua has to have a clear understanding of what is expected of him from day one. Many Chihuahua owners make the mistake of going easy on training the Chihuahua puppy, because of its small size. However, an untrained Chihuahua can create major problems for that owner if he is allowed full run of the house for too long. Like any dog breed, Chihuahuas are pack animals that have to understand their place in the pecking order. If you fail to establish authority by properly training your Chihuahua puppy right away, it is very likely that he will attempt to take charge of you.

House Training your Chihuahua Puppy
One of the first steps in training your Chihuahua puppy will be toilet training. Chihuahuas will respond well to either the crate method of housebreaking or the paper technique. The key to effectivelydegree of consistency and patience that you bring to the process. The more frequently that you can show your puppy the proper place to go to the bathroom, and the more praise that you can give him when he gets it right, the more quickly your puppy will catch on to what is required of him. When your puppy has run of the house, keep a close eye on him to make sure that he doesn’t go to the bathroom in the house. The first time that your puppy has an accident indoors, clean up the mess promptly and get rid of the smell as much as possible. Otherwise, your pet will return to this spot the next time he feels the urge to eliminate.
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Socializing your Chihuahua Puppy
Chihuahua puppies are clan animals, and that means they normally get along better with their own kind than they do with other animals. They can also be skittish around strangers and children. Because of this, it is essential to include socialization when training your Chihuahua puppy. This means that you have to teach your pet how to behave around people and other animals, as well as train children in the house how to behave around your pet. This can include approaching the dog slowly and letting him sniff before attempting to touch him. The more you expose your puppy to other pets and people, the easier it will be to socialize your dog properly.

A Chihuahua puppy can be a cute and enjoyable addition to your family. With proper training of your Chihuahua puppy, he will be a much more welcome addition too.

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