10 Top Chihuahua Behavior Problems & Tips

If you have a chihuahua and are having trouble with its behavior, don’t worry.

There are plenty of things that can go wrong when it comes to owning a chihuahua, especially if your dog is used to being around other dogs or people.

It’s important to know how to handle each problem so that you can make sure your pet continues to be happy and healthy in the long run.

Here are some common problems associated with owning a chihuahua:

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Yapping

Yapping is a common behavior in chihuahuas. They are known for their yapping, which can be a sign of alertness, anxiety, or boredom.

Yapping can also be caused by loneliness or separation anxiety.

The dog may want to join the family and get attention from them again after being left alone for too long (or at least he thinks so).

Aggression

Aggression is a sign of dominance. It can be toward people, other dogs, or even objects.

Aggression can also occur when there is fear, pain, or hunger involved in the situation.

Aggression can be resolved with training and socialization; however, if it has not been resolved by age 12 months then you should consider getting your Chihuahua neutered or spayed.

Humping

Humping is a common behavior in male dogs, and it can be a sign of dominance.

It’s also possible that your dog is trying to assert itself as the alpha male or female in your house.

To stop humping, you need to train your pup not to hump when they see other dogs (or people).

If you don’t do this, they’ll continue doing it even if their owner tells them not to!

This can cause injuries on both sides: Your pet may get hurt by being grabbed by another animal while humping itself; meanwhile, owners will have scratches from getting pulled into the mix during playtime with their furry friend.

Neutering helps prevent these issues because it prevents unwanted pregnancies—and yes: neutering comes with some risks too!

But if done properly (and responsibly), then neutering should reduce chances of injury caused by humping behavior among pets who live together.

Jumping Up On People

If your Chihuahua jumps up on people, it’s a sign of dominance.

This behavior may be caused by the dog growing up in a household where there was a lot of fighting or aggression between other dogs and humans.

Dogs who feel insecure may also jump up on people they don’t know which can be seen as an attempt at gaining attention from their owners.

To discourage jumping up, make sure your pet has plenty of exercise and playtime with other animals so that he doesn’t feel threatened by other pets around him.

You should also try crate training if you’re worried about them getting into trouble while you’re away from home; this way they won’t feel as free to roam around the house unsupervised!

Biting

Chihuahuas are known for their sharp little teeth and aggressive bites.

While this can be a cute trait in some dogs, it’s not so fun for your pet if you’re trying to train him or her not to bite.

To prevent the biting behavior from coming back with your chihuahua, there are a few things that you can do:

Keep them out of situations where they might get hurt
Be careful when disciplining them with a treat or toy (they may bite harder than usual if they think they’re getting something good)

Crying And Whining

Crying and whining are a dog’s way of communicating with you.

It is important to know the reason for crying so that you can try to fix it.

Dogs cry for many reasons, such as pain or fear.

If your dog cries when he gets his hair cut, it could be because he doesn’t like having his fur touched by another person or animal.

You can ask your groomer why this happens and ask him/her if there are other methods that would not cause pain for your pet during the process of getting his hair cut.

Another thing that may cause crying in some dogs is anxiety caused by something new entering their lives (for example: moving into a new house).

This can happen because they don’t know what else will happen once they move in and start adjusting themselves again after being away from home for a while.

Therefore they’re afraid something bad might happen suddenly without warning!

Housebreaking Problems

Housebreaking a chihuahua can be difficult, especially if you have a dog who is not socialized with other dogs or people.

Chihuahuas aren’t very good at holding their bladder or bowel movements, so they may be prone to housebreaking problems if they are not properly socialized.

Chihuahuas are also more likely to have housebreaking problems because they tend to live inside most of the time and do not like going outside very much.

If your dog has never been around other dogs before, then it may take some time for him or she to learn how to control his or her bladder and bowels while out on walks at parks or other places where there are lots of people walking around too!

Digging And Chewing

Digging and chewing is a natural behavior for dogs, but it’s also one that can be problematic.

If you notice your Chihuahua doing any of the following, it may be time to get him or her checked out by a veterinarian:

Frequently digging in the wrong places (e.g., in your carpeting)

Chewing on things like shoes or furniture that are not appropriate chew toys

If you have concerns about your dog’s behavior, talk with his or her breeder and make sure they understand what kind of environment he will be kept in at home before purchasing him from them.

Obsessive Barking

Barking is a normal part of dog behavior. In fact, dogs bark as much as they breathe!

However, excessive barking can be a problem if it’s happening too often, and you’re not sure why.

Barking is a way for dogs to communicate with each other and their owners.

It helps them establish dominance in the pack (the family). In some cases, however, the excessive barking may mean that your dog is bored or lonely—or both!

If this sounds like your pup barks excessively at night when you’re trying to sleep (and he doesn’t even have any toys around him).

Then addressing his boredom issue might be the solution for reducing his anxiety over being alone in his crate or kennel during those times when you don’t want him around because he might bother others by barking uncontrollably all night long.

Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety is a behavior problem in Chihuahuas that can be caused by many different factors.

Some common causes of separation anxiety in Chihuahuas include:

-Lack of socialization: Chihuahuas who don’t get enough socialization may become anxious when left alone.

-Lack of exercise: Chihuahuas that don’t get enough exercise may become anxious when left alone

.-Being around other pets: Chihuahuas who are around other pets may become anxious when left alone.

-Having a low threshold of sensory threshold: Chihuahuas that have a low threshold of sensory threshold may become anxious when left alone.

Read more: Can Chihuahuas Be Left Alone (7 Helpful Tips).

Ways to handle Chihuahua behavior problems

The following are some common ways to handle Chihuahua behavior problems:

Socialization is key. Bring your chihuahua into a variety of situations, both indoors and outdoors, as early as possible. This will help him learn how to interact with people, other animals, and other objects.
Praise your Chihuahua when it behaves well.

Train your chihuahua properly. This means providing positive reinforcement for good behavior and punishing bad behavior.
Train your Chihuahua to sit, stay, and come when you call them.
Have a high fence. This will help keep your chihuahua contained and prevent him from escaping and causing havoc.

Make sure your Chihuahua is adjusted to its new home and environment.
Get your Chihuahua used to being handled by people of all ages.
Keep your chihuahua safe and secure. This means keeping him locked up when you’re not home and using a leash when you are.

Feed your chihuahua properly. This means providing him with a healthy diet that will keep him strong and healthy.
Exercise your chihuahua regularly. This will help keep him healthy and energetic.
Avoid leaving your Chihuahua alone for too long which can lead to separation anxiety.