Dog Training & Care : How to Train a Chihuahua

To train a Chihuahua, avoid using harsh choke collars that could damage their sensitive trachea, and avoid petting them when they jump up. Praise a Chihuahua that is sitting on the ground instead of jumping with advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on Chihuahuas.

Expert: Zephyr Clarke-Dolberg
Bio: Zephyr Clarke-Dolberg is a certified professional dog trainer in Miami, Fla.
Filmmaker: Paul Muller

[jerodM]

i think its better to use a harness than a collar for chihuahuas. Ther trachea (neck) of the Chi is made up of rings of cartridge (not bone) and these are fragile.

[RandomCowieTV]

thank im getting a chhuahua in 2 weeks and i need to know how to take care of him :)

[KECNYC]

Don't get a collar for your Chihuahua, get a harness. It's much better for their trachea - surprised this trainer didn't make the recommendation. As for getting a name engraved on a harness/collar, I'm not sure. Google "Drs. Fosters and Smith" and I'm sure that site might be of help. Good luck.

[leelandforestfarm]

The dog will learn the pattern, and jump to get pushed down so he can be pet... push them off if needed, but ignore jumping until he's calm. This might mean waiting till he's given up trying to get your attention. Then you can reward with a pet. Pets are currency like treats, only reward what you want. If you reward a jumping pattern, you'll get a jumping pattern. If he jumps, push him off and ignore for a while. They'll learn if you're consistent :)

[ZenTeT]

Thank you for the vid I'm gonna get a chihuahua soon,

[cierrarouse]

You should never use a collar and leash for a Chihuahua or any dog for that matter. It is 100% safer (and gives you more control) to use a harness that fits them correctly. My Chihuahua would choke herself to death if I used a collar and leash.

[Jesusgirlu]

Its wrong all so very wrong.. nugging off isnt a deterrent. they think its playing. you have to stand up and ignore the undesirable behavior and reward them when they are doing what pleases you. :) and the leash not the best idea.. 

[chop]

He didn't knock him over he is doing the right thing the right way, i would ssy thst's more of a gentle nudge...agree?I like the way this guy trains

[KECNYC]

Why does he have a collar on this dog when he's aware of this breed's potential trachea problems? Chi owners, get a harness - my dog loves hers, much more comfortable, too.

[vinny]

Thanks man ur good..keep up the good video's man..
 

[RandomCowieTV]

@Straightbangin1979 thank you this really did help

[fukutubeevr]

That’s a mix, that ain’t no chihuahua

[LenaTran]

what kind of collar should i but and where do i buy one with its name on it

[thehamsterlover]

My minature chihuahua hates the leash how do u make her to walk with the leash on she just sit there with a sad face

[laraable]

This is a big Chihuahua. I like smaller teacop.

[MsLegomen]

Whe never use an collar buth something else whe call it an tuigje in dutch

[elizabethlange]

This video kind of sucks I was hoping for more content but Instead I got nothing valuable or unknown about this

[Moominteapot]

a choke chain on a chihuahua???? let alone any dog what the fuck.
Disgusting.

[LeiGatta]

Jesus Christ! Do you call him chihuahua?? What does he have from chihuahua? 

[ligyro]

i'm not so sure about your ability to train your dog when you have him on a leash. i've owned several dogs and i've never owned a leash. when we go for a walk they just follow me. i never taught them that. if they wander off i just call them.

if you dog has the tendency to run away when he goes outside without a leash, he is probably unhappy and feels restricted and has no freedom. treat your dog with respect and you'll get respect back