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Chiweenie
Chiweenie
Origin
United States
Size
Small Breed
Ideal Space
Apartment
Ideal Weather
15º-28ºC
Avg Monthly Expenses
₹2,200
Basic Lifestyle
₹3,750
Premium Lifestyle
Top 5 Traits
Playful
Loyal
Intelligent
Energetic
Fearless
Quick Information
Characteristics
Barking
Quiet
Loud
Temperament with Kids
Aggressive
Friendly
Playfulness
Silent
Very Playful
Friendliness
Not Friendly
Super Friendly
Compatibility with other dogs
Aggressive
Friendly
Need for attention
Independent
Very Needy
Monthly Expenses
Nutrition
Monthly Food Expenses
₹ 1,200 - ₹ 1,800
Calories per day
Puppies: 200 kcal
Adults: 400 kcal
Essential Nutrients
Protein
Fats
Carbohydrates
Fibre
Vitamins
List of foods
Chicken
Dry Dog Food
Fresh Meat
Home made meals
Fresh Fish
Breakdown of Macro-nutrients
Selecting Good Quality Food
Never feed these foods to Chiweenie
Avoid anything with these ingredients
Alcohol
Avocados
Garlic
Onions
Coffee / Tea
Health
Avg Monthly Expenses
₹ 300 - ₹ 750
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Heartworm
Hip Dysplasia
Kennel Cough
Leptospirosis
Parasites
Parvovirus
Rabies
Well being
Exercise
Agility Training
Bonding
Games
Socialization
Energy Level
Medium
Exercise routine
20 - 40 minutes
Recognising Stress
Changes in appetite
Excessive Barking
Pacing
Excessive Panting
Reluctance to move
Medical Care
Vaccination details
Growth Stage
Core Vaccines
6-8 Weeks
DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
10-12 Weeks
DHPP (2nd dose), Leptospirosis
12-16 Weeks
Rabies (Core vaccination)
16-18 Weeks
Lyme Disease Vaccine (if in endemic area)
Annualy
DHPP (Booster), Rabies, Leptospirosis, Lyme Disease (if applicable)
Recommendations to care for senior Chiweenie dogs
Grooming
Avg Monthly Expenses
₹ 700 - ₹ 1,200
Shedding Level
Low Shedding
Hygienic Checklist
Bathing
Brushing
Ear Cleaning
Eye Care
Teeth Care
Benefits of Grooming
Cleanliness
Low Shedding
Odourless
Prevents Bad Breath
Prevents infections
Adopt or Shop: The choice is yours!
Cost of buying
₹ 15,000 - ₹ 30,000
Prerequisites to pet a Chiweenie
Access to Groomer
Access to Veterinary
Appropriate Climate
Lifestyle Compatibility
Financial Capability
Now that you know what it takes to raise a Chiweenie, are you ready to take the next step to pet one?
Written by
Happy Pet Team
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are Chiweenies easy to train?
Yes, they are intelligent and eager to please, but they can be a bit stubborn due to their Chihuahua heritage.
Are Chiweenies good apartment dogs?
Yes, Chiweenies are small and adaptable to apartment living as long as they get sufficient exercise.
Are Chiweenies good with other dogs?
Chiweenies are generally compatible with other dogs, but their individual temperament can vary. Early socialization helps improve their interactions with other pets.
