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While the end of 2008 was a bit stressful it was all worthwhile. Buddy had his ACL surgery and it was a success. He only had to wear the bandage/soft cast for a week and the e-collar for a total of 2 weeks. He is now learning to trust the leg again but it will take some time and patience before he is putting weight on it. Christmas eve found me at the Baldwin Park Animal Shelter playing Santa Paws to the homeless animals kept there. The Los Angeles County shelter system is one of the worst and... Read More

New owners of Chihuahuas are often full of questions concerning their new pet. One common question is about the amount of tears a Chihuahua will produce. This is very common in such a tiny dog, with large eyes that are so very close to the floor. The same sparkling, saucy eyes that an owner will often fall instantly in love with act like a magnet to every bit of dust and dirt that can be blown or kicked up. Tears are nature’s way of cleansing the eye while keeping it moist. The Chihuahua’s... Read More