Problem: Article: The trachea, also known as the windpipe, is the tube that takes the air from mouth or nose to the lungs. When a trachea collapses, instead of the rings maintaining a totally open pipe or tube, they collapse or squash down. When this happens, water cannot pass along and it makes it difficult for air to flow along. The trachea can collapse because the cartilage rings are badly formed and are too wide and narrow, because the ligament filling the gap is too long and floppy, or due to a combination of both of these factors. The lining of the windpipe is very sensitive, and in a Chihuahua, this flattening can make the dog cough. Small breeds, such as the Chihuahua, are most at risk, probably because of a genetic tendency for the rings to be malformed. Other breeds commonly affected include Yorkshire terriers, Pomeranians, Shih Tzus, Maltese terriers, toy poodles, and pugs. Collapsed tracheas can happen at any age. However, the condition generally appears around six to seven years of age. Keep an eye on your chihuahua as he ages. One reason dogs might end up with a collapsed trachea is from the owner pulling on the collar. Jerking the collar or using a choke chain can put enough pressure on the windpipe with force that can cause it to collapse. Use a dog harness instead of a collar when using a leash on your dog.
Summary: Learn what causes a collapsing trachea. Monitor older chihuahuas. Refrain from pulling on collars.

Problem: Article: before washing it. Look for the manufacturer's tag inside the ballcap. Materials like cotton or synthetics are safe to put inside your dishwasher, but cardboard or wool could get damaged. If the tag says "hand wash only," don't put the hat in the dishwasher. If your hat has frayed edges or tears, consider washing the hat by hand instead. If the hat has sentimental value, don't put it in the dishwasher since there's always a small risk of damage. Hat frames or shapers are used to protect the shape and prevent bending. Open the frame and set your hat over the convex dome so the brim is inside. Snap the frame closed to secure the hat. Hat frames can be purchased online or at a specialty hat store. Keep the hat on the top rack only so it's the furthest away from the dishwasher's heating element. If you aren't using a hat frame, prop the middle of the hat on one of the prongs if your dishwasher has them. Any plastic in your hat might melt if it's placed on the bottom rack. Make sure there are no dirty dishes in your dishwasher when you clean your hat. Food residue could lift off of your dining ware and get caught in the hat's seams. Gather hats from your family or those you live with to make one large load of hats. Avoid any dish detergents with lemon or bleach since this could change your hat's color. Pour the detergent directly into the compartment before sealing it. Close your dishwasher once you've added the detergent. Don't use laundry detergent in your dishwasher. To see how your detergent will affect the hat, rub a small amount on a discreet spot of your hat to see if the color changes. Change the settings on your dishwasher to the coldest and shortest setting possible. Turn off the heating cycle if you can to prevent any creases or wrinkles in your hat. Use the delicate or china setting on your dishwasher if your machine has those options.
Summary: Check the material on your hat's tag Use a hat frame if you're worried about your hat losing its shape. Put the hat on the top rack of your dishwasher. Don't wash hats with your regular dishes. Fill the detergent compartment with 1 tbsp (27 g) of Borax or non-bleach cleaner. Run the shortest and coldest wash cycle without heat drying.

Problem: Article: There are four different fur varieties of the Havana bunny. The original color and most popular is the chocolate variety. This is the color that gave them their name, since they look like Havana cigars. These rabbits also come in black, blue/lilac, and multi-colored. The temperament of the Havana does not depend on the color of the fur, so it is just a personal choice. If you plan to show your rabbit, the chocolate is the most popular in this venue. Since Havana rabbits are known for their fur, you need to take special care of the things that contribute to her fur health. Protein is an amino acid that contributes to the health of the skin, fur, and blood supply in your rabbit. Because of this, you should feed your rabbit a pellet with a decent amount of protein, which can be between 15 to 18%. The rabbit pellet protein will be listed on the label of the food pellet you buy. The first ingredient should be crude protein followed by a combination of crude fat, crude fiber, and other nutrients. You need to keep your Havana clean in order to keep her coat as lush as possible. The excrement in her cage should be cleaned out at least once every day to every two days. If you don't, your rabbit may be at risk of flystrike, which is where a fly lays its eggs in her fur and is then bred in her skin. This is no necessarily deadly, but it causes major problems for your rabbits health and will leave obvious marks on her skin and fur.
Summary: Pick the color of fur. Feed her enough protein. Keep her clean.

Problem: Article: This will protect the affected area from further injury or infection. You can also use sterile gauze and adhesive tape. Change your bandage at any time of the day that works for you, as long as your wound is freshened up once per day. When you change your bandage, wash your wound and reapply Neosporin to keep your wound moist and clean. Large bandages are better to cover the size of bigger wounds. You can find them in drug stores or most grocery stores. If you aren't sure of what size bandage to use, ask your doctor. If you have Neosporin leftover beyond the expiration date, get rid of it. Expired Neosporin will not heal your wounds and may cause further infections.
Summary:
Cover your wound with a bandage after you apply Neosporin. Change your bandage 1 time a day to keep your wound clean and dry. Use larger bandages for serious wounds. Throw away expired Neosporin.