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i really want a chihuaha, but i have a 15 month old baby and i heard they are not good with children, is there any way i could still have one if i get it as a puppy?

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Age: <1; Female

Submitted: 1437 days and 19 hours ago.
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They are not good with babies for two reasons. One, they can be pretty nippy, particularly with a baby bothering them. Two, the baby can hurt the dog because they are so small. It's not like sitting on a lab or a larger dog. They have brittle bones and get hurt easily.

In my professional opinion, you need to wait until your baby is a little older.

Let me know if you still have questions.

Expert: Tammy F.
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Answered: 12/16/2005

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