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ladies and Gentlemen let's take a moment
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to talk about one of the most lovable
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yet challenging breeds out there the New
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Finland dog now before you get all
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star-eyed thinking about adopting one of
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these gentle Giants let's explore 12
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pros and cons of owning a New Finland by
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the end of this you might just think
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twice about that adorable face staring
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back at you the pros one gentle Giants
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first off new finlands are known as
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gentle Giants they're like the big teddy
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bears of the dog world with their calm
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demeanor and sweet nature they're
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perfect for families you could have a
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toddler climbing all over them and
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they'll just lie there like is this my
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life now it's like having a Livin
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babysitter that won't judge you for your
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choices two excellent
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swimmers these dogs were bred for water
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rescue so if you live near a lake or
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ocean you've got yourself a built-in
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lifeguard they'll leap into the water
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without a second thought ready to save
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anyone in distress just make sure that
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anyone isn't you after a bad day at the
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beach three affectionate nature Newlands
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are incredibly affectionate they thrive
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on human interaction and will shower you
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with love and slobber if you're looking
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for a dog that will follow you around
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the house and demand attention like it's
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their full-time job look no further four
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great with kids these dogs are known for
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their patience with children they'll
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play Gently and are generally very
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tolerant just remember to supervise
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playtime their size can be intimidating
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for little ones even if they're as sweet
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as pie five protective
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instincts while they're not aggressive
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guard dogs Newlands have protective
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instincts that make them great family
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companions they'll keep an eye on things
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and let you know if something's a Miss
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like that suspicious squirrel lurking in
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your yard six low exercise needs if
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you're not into running marathons or
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hiking up Mountains New finlands are
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perfect for you they don't require
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excessive exercise compared to other
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breeds a couple of walks each day will
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keep them happy just make sure those
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walks aren't too far they prefer
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leisurely strolls over sprinting
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the con 7 size matters now let's flip
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the coin new finlands are huge we're
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talking about dogs that can weigh
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between 100 to 150 lb if you live in a
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small apartment or have delicate
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Furniture prepare for some serious
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rearranging or maybe just some broken
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Furniture eight drooling
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machines let's not sugarcoat it Newlands
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drool a lot you'll find puddles of
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slobber everywhere on your floors your
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furniture even on your dinner plate if
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you're not careful it's like living with
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a friendly water feature that doesn't
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know when to turn off nine grooming
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requirements their thick coats may look
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Majestic but maintaining them is another
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story regular grooming is essential to
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keep their fur from turning into a
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matted mess that resembles something out
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of a horror movie if you're not ready to
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invest time in grooming sessions good
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luck with that 10 health issues like
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many large breeds newf finlands are
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prone to health problems such as hip
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dysplasia and heart issues you might
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find yourself at the vet more often than
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you'd like which can really add up up
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financially so much for saving up for
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that vacation now you're budgeting for
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lifespan speaking of health concerns
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let's talk lifespan new finlands
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typically live around 8 to 10 years
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barely enough time to get through
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puppyhood before they start aging like
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fine milk you'll be left with memories
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and an empty space in your heart far too
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soon 12 not ideal for hot weather
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finally let's discuss their thick coats
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because new finlands do not do well in
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hot weather if you live in a warm
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climate congratulations you've just
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found the perfect breed that will
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overheat faster than you can say ice
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cream you'll be spending your Summers
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trying to keep them cool while they give
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you those sad puppy eyes in conclusion
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owning a New Finland is like having a
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giant teddy bear in your life full of
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love and slobber but also requiring
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commitment and understanding they bring
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joy and companionship but also come with
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responsibilities that require time and
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effort so if you're ready for this
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fluffy Adventure filled with love and
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maybe some chaos then go ahead and
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welcome a newfinland into your home just
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remember it's not just about having a
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pet it's about embracing an experience
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that will fill your life with
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Unforgettable moments and probably some
