Im sure some of you are looking forward to this Fridays premiere of the new Disney movie , ‘Beverly Hills Chihuahua. Its a great little movie for the kids , and its also expected to generate a lot of interest in the breed as pets too.

Captain Bob Brown of the Brevard Animal Services in Florida stated , ‘The same kind of thing happened right after the '101 Dalmatians' remake came out , and a lot of people realized they made a mistake.

Hes worried that a lot of people will see this movie and buy a pet Chihuahua for the family without putting a lot of thought into whther or not the breed is a right choice for their needs.

Many people dont realize that Chihuahuas arent great for children. Even though they are small and cute , they are also quite fragile. Children may end up patting the Chihuahuas head a little too hard or grab them , causing permanent injuries or snap back. They also get cold quite easily because of their small body size , and need to be kept warm.

In addition , there is the idea that Chihuahuas make great pets to carry around in expensive bags , like you see happening in the movie , ‘Beverly Hills Chihuahua. However , if you do this twenty four seven , theyll become overly aggressive and territorial.

Experts recommend keeping your Chihuahuas socialized , let people pet them. Make sure you put them on the ground for regular walks and let them interact with other dogs.

Dog breed popularity is often influenced by current culture. However , before getting any breed make sure you research its qualities and traits before buying so you know the dog fits best with your life and will be easy for you to fall in love with. Also , researching good dog breeders online will help you find a reputable professional.

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