… famous chihuahua hopes your st. patrick’s day is “magically delicious!”

photo credit: biggie the chihuahua at flickr.com/photos/kendallo/

cover for the single "chihuahua" by artist dj bobo

ever wonder how the popular “chihuahua song” originated?

the song “chihuahua” was recorded in 2002 by swiss artist dj bobo. it was the first single from his tenth album, visions, and was released in late 2002 and early 2003 in many countries.

it was his most successful single, topping the charts in france and switzerland and became one of the summer hits of the year. it is also known as dj bobo’s signature song.

sing the lyrics and watch the chihuahua song video

source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chihuahua_(song)

most of us would be excited to see our best friend in a movie, but lynnie bunten has mixed feelings about beverly hills chihuahua.

“i’m looking forward to the movie, but I’m not looking forward to the result,” says bunten, head of breed rescue for the chihuahua club of america.

sadly, she speaks from experience. whenever a chihuahua has been featured in entertainment in the past, it’s been followed by a spike in the number given up by people who didn’t realize what they were getting into.

“chihuahuas shouldn’t be mistaken for people or celebrities”

it’s easy to fall in love with movie stars, especially when the stars are perfectly trained by professional handlers like the glitzy darlings in disney’s oct. 3 release.

remember, the dogs are playing roles. the real-life personalities of various breeds might not be what you expect. in the case of chihuahuas, don’t think laid-back lap dog just because they’re small. read the chihuahua breed standard carefully, particularly on temperament.

chihuahuas are feisty, independent and driven, but because they’re little, people treat them differently. that can mean trouble.

to start, says bruce shirky, president of the chihuahua club, people tend to be “grabby” with small dogs. most of us have the sense not to reach out for a strange rottweiler, but it’s hard to resist the desire to hold something cute and tiny.

combine that with the fact that chihuahuas tend to become attached to one individual, meaning they’re not terribly friendly to strangers, and don’t be surprised if your little cutie defends itself vigorously.

their size combined with their assertiveness can get them into trouble with other dogs, too.

“they will challenge every other dog regardless of size. that can be suicidal,” says katie greer, who spent 15 years training chihuahuas in the sport of agility.

early socialization and training are critical to keep potential aggression in check. unfortunately, owners have a tendency to neglect training with small dogs, a big mistake in a breed with the chihuahua’s temperament.

in addition, shirky advises, don’t carry your dog in a purse, which just increases the risk that someone will reach for it and get bitten.

“chihuahuas are famous for being tyrants because people don’t treat them like dogs,” says greer, who lives in balch springs, texas.

their drive and intelligence make them great for agility training, which involves a complex race course over different obstacles, but a problem for many owners. in training, “you have to be smarter than the chihuahua, and you have to convince the chihuahua that it was the chihuahua’s idea. this is not a tiny golden retriever.”

neglect of training may even extend to housebreaking, because a small mess may seem easier to tolerate at first, then fray an owner’s nerves over time. many chihuahuas are given up to rescue for this reason, bunten says.

if “small” makes you think “good for apartments,” be aware that chihuahuas are excellent watchdogs but your neighbors may not appreciate the barking and your carpets might not appreciate the terrier-like love of digging.

chihuahuas aren’t generally recommended for families with small children. along with their size, a soft spot on the top of the head that they’re born with, like human babies, never closes in some adult dogs.

if you’re up to the challenge of a chihuahua, rescue is a great place to start. you’ll be dealing with people who know the breed, and the personality of an adult dog is already clear.

if you want a puppy, shirky advises, buy local so you can make sure it’s being socialized properly from the beginning. the litter should be raised in a high traffic area of the house and have lots of visitors.

and be wary of the description ‘teacup chihuahua.’ there’s no accepted definition of the term. if you get a particularly small pup, they have more health problems and tend to live very shortened lives.

smart, funny and loyal, their fans agree, chihuahuas can be a handful – but that’s what they love about them.

“the world is theirs – they own it, and they allow other people to come into it,” greer says. “they make me laugh when I see them out thinking me.”

article source: http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5ig7-ZpxB1K9S2-xPYqguE-Qt6VP
picture source: http://homepage.mac.com/lestudiophotography/BHChihuahuaPhoto/

the disney movie, beverly hills chihuahua, has fast become a major topic for discussion among chihuahua lovers worldwide. do you have an opinion on this movie? what’s all the controversy about? is paris hilton’s chihuahua the real beverly hills chihuahua? ..or is this chihuahua movie a disney masterpiece from start to end? read what people are saying in the famous chihuahua message board and forums page.

this controversial walt disney live-action adventure comedy stars piper perabo, manolo cardona and jamie lee curtis and features the voices of andy garcia, placido domingo, george lopez, salma hayek, edward james olmos, paul rodriguez, cheech marin, piolín, and drew barrymore.

storyline: a pampered beverly hills chihuahua named chloe (voice of drew barrymore) finds herself accidentally lost in the mean streets of mexico without a day spa or rodeo drive boutique anywhere in sight.

now alone for the first time in her spoiled life, she must rely on some unexpected new friends including a street-hardened german shepherd named delgado (voice of andy garcia) and an amorous pup named papi (voice of george lopez) to lend her a paw and help her to find her inner strength on their incredible journey back home.

50% warrior, 50% lover – 100% chihuahua!
check out the beverly hills chihuahua movie trailer

visit the famous chihuahua beverly hills chihuahua the movie message boards and forums page

Source http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=20903

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Chihuahua

“Oh won’t you guide my sleigh tonight!”

The holidays are here, have you Elf’ed YOUR chihuahua yet?

Join in the fun and Elf Your Chi baby today!

Tequila the Chihuahua Does the Elf Dance!

Paris Hilton would like to be frozen with her pets when she dies.

The hotel heiress is keen to live forever and has invested a large sum of money in the world’s biggest suspended animation cemetery, Cryonics Institute. She wants her body to be preserved and then brought back to life, along with her favorite pets, including her famous chihuahua Tinkerbell and new mutt, Yorkshire Terrier Cinderella.

‘The Simple Life’ star said, “It’s so cool. Almost all the cells in the body are still alive when death is pronounced. “And if you’re immediately cooled, you can be perfectly preserved. “My life could be extended by hundreds and thousands of years.” Earlier this week, Paris revealed her partying lifestyle left her feeling “empty inside.”

The 26-year-old blond – who spent 23 days in jail for driving offenses in June – is now determined to turn her life around and do worthy things instead of being seen falling out of nightclubs. Paris – who is planning a visit to Rwanda – said, “Before, my life was about having fun, going to parties – it was a fantasy. But when I had time to reflect, I felt empty inside. I want to leave a mark on the world.”

Shouldn’t you make sure you die young and pretty if you’re going to go the cryonically frozen route? Who wants to die at 80 then be revived later to still look 80 years old? What is the point of that? On the other hand, plastic surgery procedures are sure to have improved quite a bit in 100 years, so maybe you can be 80 — but look 20. It could happen.

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Chihuahua Rescue News reports that Madonna dumped her three chihuahuas Rosita, Evita and Chiquita. The chihuahuas were found at a rescue shelter where little Rosita died a horrific death.

Why would Madonna, a women with power and resources, dump her chihuahuas instead of finding them the best care possible? Angry chihuahua lovers want answers. The two chi babies that did survive the trauma are now living in caring foster homes.

Hilary Duff is one of the many celebrities who pampers her pet chihuahua. Lola has her very own blog at Hilary Duff’s Official Website.

One must become a member of her fan club to view the blog. If you are a chihuahua lover, join Hilary Duff’s fan club and enjoy daily posts from her adorable chi baby Lola!

Us Weekly has reported that pop star Britney Spears was spotted on January 10th, 2007 dishing out $3,200 for a new “tea-cup” apple head Chihuahua puppy at L.A.‘s Pets of Bel Air.

She decided to name the tiny chi baby, Snow White. It’s a BIG price for a tiny purchase.

the taco bell chihuahua was the popular advertising mascot used by taco bell. her real name was “gidget” and is currently alive and well living with her owners in lagrange, texas.