Do you live with a Chihuahua? Then of course you not only have a lot of fun and action with your little Mexican mouse.
You will also have noticed that she trembles from time to time. But why do chihuahuas tremble? Is that a cause for concern?
Find out the answers in the guide below.
Why do Chihuahuas always tremble? 7 causes of tremors
There are different causes and reasonswhy a Chihuahua trembles – and in some cases very often.
The good news: none of reasons will to the really worrying ones counted.
But that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t keep a close eye on them. The following causes can be behind your Chihuahua’s shaking.
1. Cold
Chihuahuas are small dogs, moreover not the greatest fighting weight put on the scales. That means: the race has not too large fat reserves.
Despite all the disadvantages, these also have a huge advantage: They ensure pleasant body heat.
Because the Chihuahua does not have this fat, it tends to to freeze faster. Which may also be due to the fact that the original genes are still set to Mexican temperatures.
2. Emotions
Dogs are sensitive. Of course, this also applies to the Chihuahua. If you are very familiar with dogs, you know: Emotions can quickly overwhelm our four-legged friends.
If this is the case with your Chihuahua, it will start to tremble. Thereby can already the prospect of lunch be reason enough.
Because Chihuahuas are considered special emotional dogs with intense feelings.
Likewise, stroking is a reason to fall into a veritable trembling storm with joy. Not only positive emotions can trigger the tremors.
Anxiety and stress are also hidden behind the indicator tremors.
Good to know:
Fear is mainly through trauma triggered. For example, if you bought your Chihuahua from an animal shelter, it has in all probability had negative experiences in advance.
Unfortunately, even in the most loving home, these cannot be completely switched off. The tremors can therefore be a result of this unresolved trauma.
3. Nervousness
As mentioned, the Chihuahua is a very emotional dog that intensely feels and lives out its feelings.
Especially stress and anxiety can affect him nervousness to lead. Maybe you know it from yourself: If you are nervous, your hands tremble too, sometimes the whole body.
A completely normal reaction to deal with the nervousness and to get it under control.
4. Metabolism
Maybe you know that little animals a faster one Metabolism/Metabolism have than large animals? This means that the body is running at full speed here, so to speak. Energy is burned faster.
The Chihuahua is by the way that’s why it’s so small and light. Because the energy balance is something like a Duracell bunny that never stops.
Trembling is a consequence, above all, when the energy has accumulated, i.e. could not be dissipated.
There is usually one behind it lack of exercise and lack of employment. Reason enough for your Chihuahua to tremble – all over.
5. Ear pain
Yes, you heard right. You shouldn’t think so, but earache can also be a cause of your Chihuahua shaking.
How can you tell that it is a special tremor? It turns out to be significantly stronger and can also occur in idle mode. It is accompanied by abrupt and violent head movements.
There may be other symptoms. Is your chihuahua acting weird? Is he shaking and not eating? Then you should definitely take him to the vet.
6. Dreams
It’s perfectly normal for dogs to twitch while they sleep. Then they dream and are in the deep sleep phase.
Straight in bad dreams However, it can also happen that a Chihuahua trembles while sleeping.
7. Blood Sugar Levels
You may also know that about yourself. If you are hypoglycemic, your organism switches down to a certain extent. Because it lacks the sugar needed for energy.
In fact, one can drop in blood sugar levels cause tremors. Chihuahuas in particular often suffer from this because of their small size.
The tremors that follow the drop in blood sugar may last for a few minutes, but should then stop.
Good to know:
You should give your Chihuahua in this case absolutely no sugar give! And not otherwise – because this is quite dangerous for the little mouse.
How much shaking is normal and when should I be concerned?
There are no fixed guidelinewhich indicates how normal or not your Chihuahua’s shaking is.
It is important that he does not show any other symptoms that may be an indicator of a more serious condition.
You can rule out a normal tremor if your Chihuahua shows these signs, among others:
These signs are one reasonwith the little mouse to the vet to go. This is the only way you can find out what is really behind the trembling and help the little mouse accordingly.
How can I help my little darling?
As always, for situations that can scare you: Keep calm and don’t lose your nerve!
Yes, the tremors may seem threatening at first glance. But as you now know, there is usually a harmless reason behind it.
The two health problems mentioned are not so serious that you have to panic right away.
Then: Notice your little rascalthat You afraid for him have, stuck You him with that fear. This won’t stop the shaking. On the contrary, it will get worse.
If the trembling is from joy, feel free to enjoy it. With a little stroking, this condition should quickly subside.
If stress and anxiety are the triggers, you should try to get to the bottom of the cause.
Is a health problem the reason, please leave this off vet check. This is how you help your little fur nose the most.
Conclusion
Chihuahuas tremble easily and often. This is partly due to their small size and low fat content.
But it can also be on excess energy, intensely lived emotions and some illnesses.
Whatever the cause, none are so worrisome that you automatically fear the worst.
Stay calm, take your little darling to the vet if in doubt. And you’ll see: soon you won’t have to worry too much.
What experiences have you already had with your Chihuahua? Does he tremble often, and if so, why is he doing it?
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