Dolittle Tiny Chihuahuas
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What does a Chihuahua puppy need most?
"Food Water and a Owner with a Loving Heart!" 
Feeding tips and more information to help your new puppy adjust
The most important rule is always have dry food & water available for your puppy at all times!
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Due to their small size Chihuahuas must replenish their energy more frequently than larger puppies. The only way to do this is by supplying plenty of nourishment in the form of food and water. You must remember that puppies only eat very small amounts of food at a time but they use large amounts of energy. When you get your puppy home you don't want to switch its food right away, If you are going to make a change, do it gradually by slowly adding more of the new food to the old food each day until they are totally switched over to the new food.
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU BRING YOUR NEW PUPPY HOME
Basic Supplies
Dog Crate
Doggy Bed or Washable Blankets
Newspapers or Potty Pads
Water and Food Dish
Canned Puppy Food & Dry Puppy Food
Brush , Comb and Puppy Shampoo
Here are more about these basic supplies below
The most important thing I feel is to have a baby or puppy playpen or play yard type of small enclosed area to keep your puppy confined in whenever you are not playing with them. This must be a small area with enough room for their bed at one end and easy access to food and water and a place for a potty pad or news paper at the other end, This is where they can rest, eat in peace and potty when needed. This area should be no larger thaná ft x 6 ft if at all possible you can use aß ft x 3 ft baby playpen or a puppy pen or gate across a room. Some people even use their bathroom and use a childs gate across the door so you can leave the door open to hear your puppy.
Never give your your Chihuahua puppy the run of the whole house until they are at least 6 months old. With such a large space to run around in, it is easy for them to tire and lose track of where their food is and most important their potty pads or potty place! And not getting food on time could result in hypoglycemia or even death for your puppy if they cant find their food and water. For the first few weeks do not let your baby Chi out to play for longer than a one hour period at a time, Just play with them for a short time like 15 mins, then give them a small dose of Nutri-Cal or 1/4 spoonful Karo Syrup and then place them back in their play area so they can potty, eat drink and rest for a while. Remember that they are very small babies and tire easily. Please be careful not to over-tire your puppy especially in the first few weeks. A puppy will play until it drops. It may play so much that it is too tired to even eat or drink water. It is up to you as the owner to be responsible and see that your Chihuahua puppy gets enough rest. Most very small puppies need as much as 20 out of 24 hours rest. Be especially aware of the amount of time children play with the puppy, you don't want your puppy getting really sick. These are just like human babies and must be treated as such.
IMPORTANT > STRESS: in Chihuahuas
Puppies can become stressed easily and this is the main cause of illness and even death to newly acquired puppies!!! Taking your puppy to your home from the breeder, holding him/her too much, having to deal with other pets in the home, not eating right or playing too much in a big open area are some of reasons your puppy will become stressed and can get real sick. Your puppy should be in a warm dry area to sleep, Crates, Playpens, and ex-pens are great for keeping your new puppy in, it provides a safe place for your puppy and will help limit the stress he or she may feel. It can also help with potty training, and give them a sense of security as their safe place. Provide a comfy bed in the area as puppies do sleep a lot. They will need food and water available at all times (this will also help with hypoglycemia) Avoid handling your puppy too much, this can add stress and and overtire. A tired puppy wil not eat, he will only want to sleep and missing a meal can be life threatening to your new chihuahua puppy. As the puppy grows older and stronger he/she will be able to play for longer periods of time. its also important that puppies are not left alone for many hours each day, this too can cause over stress and could cause your puppy to refuse to eat and drink.
We want everyone to know that we do reserve the right to refuse to adopt out any of our puppies if we feel that the puppy may not receive all the right home and all that it needs. Like the lack of personal quality time between the owner and puppy, all puppies need dry food, can food and clean water daily and continuous positive interactions at least every two to three hours every day, Having children below the age of 8 yrs, This can cause problems with children by them dropping the puppy, sitting on him, stepping on him and a whole allot more that could go wrong, Plus the super tiny puppies which some of us call Micro Teacups, they are extra small and these Tiny chihuahua puppies have Tiny Little Tummies - but a very fast metabolism! This basically means that their little bodies 'use up' their food very quickly. To help make sure that their blood sugar levels remain constant in spite of this, it's important to make sure that your puppy eats 'little and very often'. Any chihuahua puppy should be fed at least 4 times a day, for the first 6 months or so. After that, 3 times a day should be okay until your puppy is mature (around 1 year of age), when you can go down to 2 feedings per day. Little dogs like chihuahuas will always need to be fed at least twice daily when they are adults. Water and dry food should be freely available always, but make sure the water bowl is tip-proof and not big/deep enough for your puppy to fall into! Tiny puppies may try to climb into a bowl that seems too big, and it is perfectly possible for them to drown in this way. It's also important to be prepared for hypoglycemia, just to be on the safe side. Before you bring your puppy home, familiarize yourself with the symptoms of low blood sugar (can include weakness, confusion, low body temperature, poor co-ordination, drowsiness or even loss of consciousness), so that you know when to take action fast. Hypoglycemia can be a very serious condition, so have a tube of Nutra-Cal on hand before you bring your puppy home. Nutri Cal is a vitamin and calorie rich paste, which is used as a dietary supplement, gives an extra 'boost' of energy. If your chihuahua is ever having problems with his/her blood sugar, a little of this paste could save his/her life. To learn more about hypoglycemia in puppies and other health issues please visit our Chihuahua information page.

FEEDING TIPS AND PUPPY CARE

Here is a good food recipe that I use for all my puppies and dogs that are finicky eaters
1-cup to 2-cups of cooked rice
1/2-cup of your puppies dry dog food mixed in 1-cup of hot water to expan to a mush
1/4 cup frozen veggies without corn, 'green beans,peas,carrots,
1- egg cooked scrambled, (But Not Really Needed)
1/2 cup of chopped up meat or can dog food, 'The meat or dog food can be chicken, turkey, or beef, NO Pork!
1/2-cup of broth or warm water, you can use either, water chicken or beef broth
Mix all above into a large bowl and place in the fridge with cover, this can last up to 5 days in fridge
I feed this rice mush above 2 times a day to puppies and my adult dogs, this is besides their dry food and fresh water that's left out all day and night.
I DO HOPE YOUR PUPPY OR ADULT DOG ENJOYS THIS RECIPE !
What Not To Feed Your Dogs!
Most of the things below can make your dog sick or kill them!
1. Never Any Chocolate in anything, no cake no cookies, nothing!
2. No Grapes/Raisins
3. Small or Thin Rawhide Treats They Can Swallow
4. Uncooked bread dough it rises
5. Macadamia Nuts
6. Walnuts
7. Any Seed Hulls
"OTHER PUPPY TIPS"
CHEWING: If a dog is chewing on a forbidden object correct him with a stern NO while he is chewing. Immediately give him an acceptable object to chew and praise him when he does so. Remember, puppies have to chew so make sure the dog knows which things are acceptable. Don't confuse him with many chew toys, stick with one or two and never use old shoes or socks unless it is okay for him to chew new ones. Chewing may be out of boredom or anxiety. Correct these problems and you end the behavior.
BARKING: Barking is a dog's way of communicating. If he is alone for long stretches he will bark because he is bored and miserable. Solution: spend more time with him, give him more exercise. If he is barking from separation anxiety, gradually teach him it's okay to be alone by leaving for short periods and praising him when he behaves. If he is barking because he wants out of a crate and you let him out while he is barking, you have rewarded and reinforced the behavior. Never let a barking dog out of a crate. Correct him with a stern QUIET and wait until he has been quiet for a few seconds before letting him out. A squirt gun or bottle can be used as a last resort on incorrigible barking dogs, but ignoring them until they finally shut up and then praising them and letting them out is the most effective solution. But people need to remember that a dog is not bred to stay in a crate all day or a playpen all day while your at work! Any person that works 5 to 10 hours a day, needs to get a doggie caregiver to come in each day for their dog so they don't become frustated and become sick or learn behavior problems, then their owners decide they have turned into a dog they just dont like so the re-home the dog. But it's not the dogs falt!! If its owners gave it hours of care that family and dog would still be together and happy.
JUMPING: Trying to be quick enough to correct this problem is usually futile and frustrating. Simply teach the dog that the correct way to greet you is with a sit then with praise. If he/she is told to sit and responds, and isn't jumping he/she will learn this is the way, then you have found a good way to corect this problem.
A Secure Chihuahua 
One of a Chihuahuas most noticed traits is its determination to burrow under blankets, sheets, pillows, etc. & most anything soft so that it can get warm. This is quite normal and common. Many owners will also notice that their Chihuahua will also sleep snuggled up against them to help keep them warm on the coldest nights. It's actually a mutual benefit if you are the one who will let a little dog sleep at the base of your bed or snuggled against your legs. Most tiny dogs are nervous by nature, Nervousness can make the small dog shiver or appear to shake, as if it is cold. However, the Chihuahua is a very small dog, making it even more nervous than most, plus, because of its small size, it does get cold much faster. It likes to stay under some soft cover. By providing it with either a warm bed with a blanket, a sleeping bag made of fleece is a wonderful choice & it can be on the couch or bed with you so he/she can feel the security of being by your side.
WORMING AND SHOTS
2 WEEKS OF AGE:
Deworm
4 WEEKS OF AGE:
Deworm
6 WEEKS OF AGE:
Deworm
8 WEEKS Old:
Deworm
Adenovirus-Distemper-Parainfluenza-Parvo Vaccination
10 WEEKS Old:
Deworm
12 WEEKS Old:
Physical Exam and Stool Check for Parasites
Adenovirus-Distemper-Parainfluenza-Parvo Vaccination
16 WEEKS Old:
Adenovirus-Distemper-Parainfluenza-Parvo Vaccination
Start Oral Hygiene
Start Heart Worm Medication as well as Flea and Tick Prevention
18-22 WEEKS Old:
Rabies Vaccination < Be careful with this shot for tiny Chihuahuas under 2-1/2lbs!
Lymes Vaccination - optional
Kennel Cough Vaccination - optional
22-26 WEEKS Old:
Lymes Vaccination Booster- optional
Kennel Cough Vaccination Booster - optional
1 YEAR OLD AND EVERY ONE TO THREE YEARS THEREAFTER:
Physical Examination
Heartworm Check to Monitor Preventative
Check for Internal Parasites even if you worm yourself
Rabies Vaccination (we prefer every 3 years)
Booster Vaccination Adenovirus-Distemper-Parainfluenza-Parvo Vaccination (we prefer every 3 years)
Dental Prophylaxis (Teeth Cleaning) May Be Needed
Dangers Outside
Like other small dogs, the Chihuahua faces a danger outdoors that does not threaten his canine cousins that weigh more than 15 pounds he is just the right size for a meal for a bird of prey or a coyote. Large hawks, eagles, and owls have been known to swoop down on pets and carry them away, and coyotes are becoming a more common danger in some city fringes and suburbs. Another danger is yard fencing for young Chihuahuas, Being so small Chihuahuas can walk right through many different types of fencing, if you need to potty your puppy outside make sure you stand near by and watch him/her closely.

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Birth |
2Ý/2 oz. |
2 3/4 oz. |
3 oz. |
3 1/2 oz. |
4 oz. |
4 1/4 oz. |
4 1/2 oz. |
5 oz. |
5 1/2 oz. |
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1 week |
3 3/4 |
4 |
5 |
5 1/2 |
6 1/2 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
9 1/2 |
|
2 weeks |
5 |
5 1/2 |
6 1/2 |
7 |
9 |
10 |
11 |
12 1/2 |
13 1/2 |
|
3 weeks |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
11 |
13 |
14 |
16 |
17 1/2 |
|
4 weeks |
7 |
8 |
9 1/2 |
11 |
13 |
15 |
17 |
19 |
21 |
|
5 weeks |
8 |
9 |
11 |
13 |
15 |
17 |
19 1/2 |
22 |
24 |
|
6 weeks |
9 |
11 |
12 1/2 |
15 |
17 1/2 |
20 |
22 |
24 |
27 |
|
7 weeks |
10 |
12 |
14 1/2 |
17 |
19 1/2 |
22 |
24 1/2 |
27 |
30 |
|
8 weeks |
11 |
13 |
16 |
19 |
21 1/2 |
24 |
27 |
29 |
33 |
|
9 weeks |
12 |
15 |
17 1/2 |
20 |
23 |
26 |
29 |
32 |
35 |
|
10 weeks |
13 |
16 |
19 |
22 |
25 |
28 |
31 |
34 |
38 |
|
11 weeks |
14 |
17 |
21 |
24 |
27 |
31 |
34 |
37 |
42 |
|
12 weeks |
15 |
19 |
22 |
26 |
30 |
33 |
37 |
41 |
45 |
|
13 weeks |
16 |
20 |
24 |
28 |
32 |
36 |
40 |
44 |
49 |
|
14 weeks |
17 |
22 |
26 |
30 |
34 |
39 |
43 |
47 |
52 |
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15 weeks |
19 |
23 |
28 |
32 |
37 |
41 |
46 |
51 |
56 |
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16 weeks |
20 |
25 |
30 |
34 |
39 |
44 |
49 |
54 |
59 |
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17 weeks |
21 |
26 |
31 |
36 |
41 |
46 |
51 |
57 |
62 |
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18 weeks |
22 |
28 |
33 |
37 |
43 |
48 |
54 |
60 |
65 |
|
19 weeks |
23 |
29 |
34 |
39 |
44 |
50 |
56 |
62 |
67 |
|
20 weeks |
24 |
30 |
35 |
41 |
46 |
52 |
58 |
64 |
70 |
|
21 weeks |
25 |
31 |
36 |
42 |
48 |
54 |
60 |
66 |
72 |
|
22 weeks |
25 |
32 |
37 |
43 |
49 |
56 |
62 |
68 |
74 |
|
23 weeks |
26 |
33 |
38 |
44 |
50 |
57 |
64 |
70 |
76 |
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24 weeks |
26 |
33 |
39 |
45 |
51 |
58 |
65 |
71 |
78 |
|
25 weeks |
27 |
34 |
40 |
46 |
52 |
59 |
66 |
72 |
79 |
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26 weeks |
27 |
34 |
40 |
47 |
53 |
60 |
67 |
73 |
80 |
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18 months |
2 lb. |
2 1/2 lb. |
3 lb. |
3 1/2 lb. |
4 lb. |
4Ý/2 lb. |
5 lb. |
5Ý/2 lb. |
6 lb. |
"DOLITTLE TINY CHIHUAHUAS" 100 FAVORATE PUPPY NAMES BELOW

| Abby | Ellie | Lucky | Prince |
| Angel | Emma | Lucy | Princess |
| Baby | Foxy | Lulu | Riley |
| Bailey | Gidget | Maddie | Rocky |
| Bandit | Gigi | Madison | Romeo |
| Bear | Ginger | Maggie | Rosie |
| Bella | Gizmo | Max | Roxie |
| Belle | Gracie | Mia | Roxy |
| Bentley | Gucci | Mickey | Ruby |
| Bruiser | Harley | Mimi | Sadie |
| Buddy | Holly | Minnie | Sammy |
| Buster | Honey | Missy | Sasha |
| Chanel | Isabella | Molly | Sassy |
| Charlie | Jack | Muffin | Scooter |
| Chico | Jake | Nikki | Sophie |
| Chloe | Jasmine | Oliver | Spike |
| Coco | Joey | Oscar | Sugar |
| Cocoa | Katie | Paris | Teddy |
| Cody | Lady | Peanut | Tinkerbell |
| Cookie | Lexi | Pebbles | Toby |
| Cooper | Lexie | Penny | Trixie |
| Cricket | Lilly | Pepper | Tucker |
| Daisy | Lily | Phoebe | Winston |
| Dixie | Lola | Pixie | Zoe |
| Duke | Louie | Precious |
Zoey |

I hope this bit of Chihuahua Puppy information helps!
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At Dolittles Chihuahuas, We will always have a limited amount of puppies yearly by choice as we are not wanting to produce a huge quantity of puppies, Just Real Nice Quality! So if your looking for a well bred chi baby for companionship and in good health and you don't want to spend an arm and a leg, Then You have come to the right place!
Dolittle Tiny Chihuahuas
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