[Chihuahuas] I figured it out....

For any of the rest of you newbieslike I amI finally figured out I could go into "Edit Membership" and change the email address I want to receive the messages from this group to the one I am able to use with Outlook Express so I can insert pictures instead of just being able to attach t

[Chihuahuas] Re: Nina and her buddy, Spanky

Snowbell is gorgeous!!! I've got two cats inside, too. Jasper belonged to my brother, and when he and his wife moved they couldn't have cats anymore, so I adopted him. Then Rocket showed up two years ago...today to be exact! Our German Sheperd was raising cain, and when we went out to see what

[Chihuahuas] Re: Rein's Pictures

Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, Mindy Nelson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Thanks, Susan! Yes, Rein's a long haired chi, though her hair isn't as long as some long haired chis. Her brother's hair is longer than hers. I like it the way it is though - not too lon

[Chihuahuas] Re: Rein's Pictures

Rein is such a cutie, Mindy! I noticed his hair is long on his ears and tailis he a long haired chi? Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, "tiggerrocks57" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I just posted a couple pictures of Rein, if anybody's interested. > > Mindy > " Lets talk about

[Chihuahuas] Re: Kisses sweeter than wine

My Nina likes to sit on shoulders, too. Since I'm pretty well endowed, she also likes to sit on my.is bosoms allowed to say in this group? he he he Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, Mindy Nelson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Another thing she does, which I've never seen a dog do befo

[Chihuahuas] Re: Kisses sweeter than wine

Yes, Nina does that, too. Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, emily Bloise <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Referring to weird chichi behavior, does anyone's chi dig before they lay down and go to sleep? Both of mine dig in the blankets, the couch, the bed, and act as if they were digging t

[Chihuahuas] Re: Kisses sweeter than wine

Spoiled sport..lol --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, "furdion" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Sorry dont want to burst bubbles here but dogs licking your faces is a > thing they do to get food. It was the way to stimulate the mother into > giving milk and also regurgitating food (in the w

[Chihuahuas] Re: Pebbles New Couch

Looks nice and comfyPebbles looks great on it! She did a great job! Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, "Cindy Lynn" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > This is the couch Pebbles picked out Saturday. > Go figure..It matches her coloring perfectly! > Cindy Lynn > " Lets talk about our

[Chihuahuas] Re: Question for Chihuahua breeders

LOLOMG, Cindy, now you know you just opened the door for some remarks about us southernersright? LOL Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, "Cindy Lynn" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > There's an old standby joke amongst breeders of many species. > If it goes well it's linebreeding..

[Chihuahuas] Re: Question for Chihuahua breeders

Oh man did I start something again? lol The reason I asked this question to begin with was because the breeder I got my Nina from wasn't planning on breeding (her dogs...let me make that clearhe he he) for a while because she's having surgery done on both of her feet. Well, one of her fe

[Chihuahuas] Re: Pebbles Shopping Trip

Mindy, loved your remark to the Walmart employee about Rein being your therapy dog! Don't people realize they are? I'm sure you'll all agree, our animals can sense when we're down, and they know just how to cheer us up! Susan In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, Mindy Nelson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

[Chihuahuas] Question for Chihuahua breeders

Okay.I had a guy who was a German Shepherd breeder tell me one time it's okay for the grandfather of a dog to breed his granddaughter. Is that so for all breeds, or not at all? Thanks! Susan " Lets talk about our wonderful little friends! Join today! " Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To vi

[Chihuahuas] Re: New Chi

Congratulations to you and Cha Cha!! Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, "russelfan2006" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I'm Joy.I'm proud to say that I just adopted a new Chi from our local > pound.She's a 5 year old chi and is very sweet.I named her Cha > Cha.She's still a little skit

[Chihuahuas] Re: Chihuahua diversity

Lisa, I didn't mean that YOU caused any tension. I was afraid I started it by my remark that I could care less about AKC's standards. Sorry I didn't make myself more clear. Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > > Susan, > > I did not mean to add any tension t

[Chihuahuas] Re: Chihuahua diversity

Thanks for your two cents worth, Lisa. I'm not knocking the AKC for setting their standards. Yes, I see where you're coming from. I was just simply stating my opinion. You know what they say about th0se! lol Some of my best pets have been mutts. I know the pet population is out of control..

[Chihuahuas] Re: Chihuahua diversity

the build > Marsha > > - Original Message - > From: susantn1962 > To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com > Sent: Friday, December 08, 2006 6:44 PM > Subject: [Chihuahuas] Re: Chihuahua diversity > > > > From what I've read, don't the mal

[Chihuahuas] Re: Chihuahua diversity

Oh well...guess that shot that theory all towell..you knowlol Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > No both my 3.5 pound female and 4 pound male are both short legged and hers > are shorter. They are not related. Karen > " Lets talk about our wo

[Chihuahuas] Re: Doggiepottys

I found out about some stuff that's used for reptiles called Repticage carpet. It comes in different sizes in a two pack, so you wash one and have the other to use. It's made to use in aquariums, and comes in 10 and 29 gallon size. The 29 gallon size is around $14. Wonder how that would wor

[Chihuahuas] Skidboot

I hope no one minds my posting about another breed of dog. My brother just sent me the link to a video about a dog named Skidboot, a blue heeler/mix. I had seen this dog on Pet Star, but this video clip tells you so much more about the dog and his owner. Get the tissues out...it's very touch

[Chihuahuas] Re: Chihuahua diversity

>From what I've read, don't the male Chis tend to be short legged and stocky, and the females long legged and lean? I know my Nina is such a long legged priss, and her half brother, Tre, is a short legged stocky macho man! lol Regardless, I think they're ALL FABULOUS!!! They seem to have their

[Chihuahuas] Re: Doggiepottys

The cost of the Doggie Potty seems like an awful high price to pay for something that just camouflages the wee wee pads. Of course, I know it may be worth it to some. Here's the url to the site...for any interested in checking it out http://www.doggiepottys.com/ Susan --- In Chihuahuas@y

[Chihuahuas] Re: We BOught a new CHI

Here's a link to The Chihuahua Club of America's Teacup Statement. It also mentions the other labels given to Chihuahuas. http://www.chihuahuaclubofamerica.com/teacup.htm Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, "entertainingwithjen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > why are some smaller than ot

[Chihuahuas] Re: Name Change

When we first got our chi we were going to name her Tinkerbell. By day two we decided to change it to Nina. She's just not a Tinkerbell...lol Her full name is Little Diva Nina (I have pictures posted under that name if you want to take a peak.) Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, "cind

[Chihuahuas] Re: Max

Max is adorable!! It's really cold and spitting snow here today ( southeast TN)I'm s glad I have Nina trained to potty on wee wee pads! lol Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, Klarie Rühl <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > > Tuesday, we visited friends. They want us to take Max

[Chihuahuas] Re: Nail trimming

Okie dokiethanks for the tips, Marsha! As I told Cindy, I'll have to get the hubby to help with Nina, cause it took the vet and his assistant to cut Nina's nails today. She didn't fight them, but it just made it easier for the assistant to hold her while the vet clipped them. I've been v

[Chihuahuas] Re: Nail trimming

;Cindy Lynn" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > You're so very welcome. > If we lived closer I'd show you how to do it myself! > > Cindy Lynn > > ---Original Message--- > > From: susantn1962 > Date: 12/6/2006 4:36:55 PM > To: Chihuah

[Chihuahuas] Re: Bambi Shwoing our Three Ferrets Who's Boss!!

So do the ferrets get along good with Bambi? Susan " Lets talk about our wonderful little friends! Join today! " Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Chihuahuas/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> T

[Chihuahuas] Re: Nail trimming

Thanks, Cindy! Everyone on here is so helpful!! [:D] Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > I use a fingernail clippers on my cats and Bambi. > For the bigger dogs I use a scissors type nail clipper..I do not care for > the guillotine model. I also trim my goat,

[Chihuahuas] Re: Nail trimming

rote: > > > > > > On my smaller chis, I find that regular human nail clippers are safer than dog clippers. > Marsha > > - Original Message - > From: susantn1962 > To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com > Sent: Tuesday, December 05, 2006 10:

[Chihuahuas] Re: Princessa wins pet contest!

Congrats to both Princessa and Bambi! Doesn't sound like Bambi lets her "handicap" hold her back! WTG!! Susan --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > I have a AKC Chi and one rotten 3 legged Rat Terrier, who was given to the > shelter since she was not show or breed

[Chihuahuas] Nail trimming

Nina goes for her last set of puppy shots and her rabies shot tomorrow. (I've already made a mental note to ask the vet what to do in case Nina has a reaction to the rabies shot, as I read in earlier posts can happen.) The vet has cut her nails the past two times I had her there, and I'm sure

[Chihuahuas] Re: Help

Thanks, Anne! Susan > The seller I use is Poochie Feachers, but they don't have any pads listed on > eBay at the moment. However, here's their web page: > > http://www.showsmart.com/poochie > > Anne > " Lets talk about our wonderful little friends! Join today! " Yahoo! Groups Links

[Chihuahuas] Re: Help

Jude, my Nina is trained to go on the pee pads. It only took a couple of weeks to train her!! I put down one pee pad in a corner in our living room, and that's where Nina goes whenever she needs to potty. I know some people may think it's nasty to use pee pads for your dog to go on, but if y

[Chihuahuas] Re: Funny little dog videos

To funny! My daughter and I liked Roxy best. --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, "Venus" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > These are s funny enjoy. > > http://www.doglitter.com/poop >

[Chihuahuas] Re: Photographs of Chico from Tennessee

e. > > Chico was in the news a couple of years ago when he ran for the county mayor's office. LOL. Seriously. FOX News, the Tennessean newspaper, radio and cable tv people were showing up from everywhere to "interview" Chico. It was a hoot. > > Jason

[Chihuahuas] Re: Nina's ears

I'm not into showing dogs. I just like how a Chihuahua looks better with their ears standing up. As for saying that 9 out of 10 Chihuahuas ears will stand upknowing my luck mine would be the 1 out of 10 that didn'tlol Nina is only 11 weeks old, so I figure I'll give her a bit longer

[Chihuahuas] Re: Nina's ears

Thanks for the tips, Marsha! I may give that a try here in a few weeks if Nina's ears don't look like they're going to stand up. Susan " Lets talk about our wonderful little friends! Join today! " Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com

[Chihuahuas] Re: Nina's ears

Nina's ears are starting to perk back up a bit. The breeder did tell me her dad's ears are perky, but her mom's are bit floppy. So...Nina may end up with not so perky ears. I was just wondering, though...the vet said sometimes people tape their ears up with popsicle sticks to get them to sta

[Chihuahuas] Re: Nina's ears

OMG...Was just reading my last postis who're a word? LOL Please excuse me, it was late and I was sleepy. --- In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, "susantn1962" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Thanks to all who replied to my question about Nina's ears. It sur

[Chihuahuas] Re: Nina's ears

p day or a down day, lol. If they were ever standing completely, then chances are they will stand completely by the time it is all over. Normally the adult chis that do not have completely erect ears, never had them at anytime. > Marsha > > - Original Message - > From: susan

[Chihuahuas] Nina's ears

OkayI did a search trying to find some info on Chihuahuas and their ears, and then I asked myself, "Self, why in the world are you trying to find answers here when you belong to a group of wonderful Chi owners who can answer your question firsthand?!" Nina's ears were starting to stand up

[Chihuahuas] Re: Hello all!

ve had > her 10 years. > > Welcome to the group, Susan. And hi, Nina! (Is that Ni-na or Nee- na?) > > Marie > > > On 11/7/06, susantn1962 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > > I just joined the group a couple of days ago, and wanted to pop in to > >

[Chihuahuas] Re: Question about housetraining

I thought I had hit the jackpot when I got my 7 wk old Chi, Nina. I had her going to potty in a litter box with wee wee pads...both tee teeing and poo pooing... by the time she was 9 wks old all by herself. Then a couple of days ago she started poo pooing on the carpet next to the wall behind

[Chihuahuas] Hello all!

I just joined the group a couple of days ago, and wanted to pop in to say, "Hi!" I've posted pictures of my new baby, Nina, who is now 9 weeks old, along with the rest of our critters. (The album is Little Diva Nina) Nina has adapted to our extended family quite well, and they have all accepte