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Chihuahua Size

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Question

Coby my 16 week old ba
I have a 16 week old blue fawn with merle markings chi.He weighs 5 pounds.What will he weigh as a adult. It don't matter I will love him no matter what but I have been told lots of answers many people say 6 pounds but he is already 5 pounds at 16 weeks.He is CKC reg. Please answer to the best of your knowledge.

Answer
Hi Kelly:  You can look at the mom and dad and get an idea of the genetics.....
He looks cute!
Feed a good quality food with little or no corn in the ingredients...
Feed 1/2 teaspoon of NuVET doggie vitamins per day - mix into food.

see here:
NuVET
http://www.nuvet.com/81098


BEST wishes with your new pup
Marie Peppers