Chihuahua sociability is crucial to having a well behaved Chihuahua. It is very important to use extreme caution when introducing your Chihuahua to another pet. Chihuahuas are wired to protect and be extremely territorial, so your Chihuahua may consider any other pet that he is introduced to as a threat.

Chihuahua Sociability and Other Dogs

Chihuahuas tend to do well with other Chihuahuas, but it is still important to use extreme caution especially at first. Even though they tend to get along pretty well with other Chihuahuas, the breed does not normally tolerate other breeds as well no matter how big or small. A Chihuahua will try and start mayhem with even a mastiff. This is a real danger for your Chihuahua since the other dog may become irritated and hurt him.

Tips on Improving Chihuahua Sociability

Chihuahua sociability is dependent on how you allow them to interact with other dogs. With that being said, here are some suggestions that may be helpful when introducing your Chihuahua to other pets:

-The first is that your Chihuahua may get along best with other Chihuahuas and toy dogs.

-Second, always use a leash and a chihuahua collar at first when introducing your chihuahua to other dogs until you get to know how the pets respond to each other!

-Third, begin socializing your dog with other animals while it is still a puppy.

If you do those three simple things, you’ll drastically improve your chihuahua sociability.