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ladies and gentlemen gather around today
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we're diving into the delightful chaos
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of owning a Portuguese Water dock now
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before you rush out to adopt one of
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these furry aquatic companions let me
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present 12 reasons why you might want to
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think twice grab your life jackets it's
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going to be a wild ride one the water
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Obsession first up let's talk about
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their love for water these dogs were
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bred to be furry little Sailors working
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alongside fisherman in Port Portugal
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sounds Charming right but here's the
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catch if you own one you better have a
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pool or live near a lake because they'll
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drag you into the water at every
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opportunity forget leisurely walks it's
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all about splashing and swimming you'll
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be saying goodbye to dry clothes and
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hello to soggy shoes two high energy
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levels next let's address their energy
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levels Portuguese water dogs are like
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the Energizer Bunny on steroids they
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require at least an hour of vigorous
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exercise every day if you're not ready
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to run swim or play fetch until your
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arms fall off then this breed might not
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be for you imagine trying to tire out a
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dog that thinks fetch is just an
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invitation for a marathon three
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separation anxiety now these pups are
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known for their strong attachment to
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their owners this means they can suffer
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from separation anxiety when left alone
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so if you're planning on spending time
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away from home good luck you'll come
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back to find your furniture rearranged
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and your shoes mysteriously missing
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they'll be plotting their escape while
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you're gone four destructive chewing
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let's not forget about their pinion for
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Destruction when bored or anxious these
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dogs will chew anything in sight your
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shoes Furniture even your favorite snack
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stash it's like living with a furry
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little demolition crew that thinks
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everything is a chew toy you'll need a
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solid supply of dog safe toys and plenty
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of patience five grooming needs now
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let's talk grooming Portuguese water
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dogs have thick curly coats that require
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regular brushing think daily maintenance
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just to keep them looking presentable if
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you thought brushing your hair was a
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hassle try managing a Shaggy dog that
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looks like it just got out of the ocean
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after a week-long vacation six
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intelligence overload these dogs are
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smart like I can outsmart you smart
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while that sounds great in theory it
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means they need constant mental
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or they'll find ways to entertain
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themselves usually at your expense
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they'll figure out how to open doors or
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steal food off the counter faster than
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you can say bad dock it's like living
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with a furry genius who thinks they're
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in charge seven barking and territorial
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Behavior Portuguese water dogs are also
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quite vocal and territorial if you live
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in an apartment or Close Quarters with
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neighbors prepare for some serious
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barking sessions whenever someone walks
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by your door your neighbors will love it
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when they're peaceful evening is
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interrupted by your dog announcing every
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passer by like they're the mayor of
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barkington eight socialization
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requirements these pups need extensive
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socialization from an early age
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otherwise they may develop aggressive
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tendencies towards unfamiliar faces or
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other docks so if you're not prepared
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for puppy classes and playdates think
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twice before bringing one home you might
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end up with a dog that barks at Shadows
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nine health issues Let's Get Serious for
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a moment health problems are a reality
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with this breed they can be prone to hip
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dysplasia and other hereditary
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conditions that could lead to expensive
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vet bills down the line so if you're not
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ready for potential trips to the vet
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that could rival your own medical
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expenses maybe consider adopting a rock
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instead 10 the need for attention these
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dogs demand attention lots of it they
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thrive on human interaction and will
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follow you around like little Shadows
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want some personal space two B at you'll
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have a furry companion glued to your
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side at all times making sure you don't
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forget who really runs the house 11 the
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cost Factor let's talk money owning a
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Portuguese Water Dog isn't just about
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the initial adoption fee there are
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grooming costs food expenses vet bills
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training classes the list goes on by the
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time you're done budgeting for this
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furry friend you might as well have
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bought yourself a small yacht 12
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long-term commitment finally let's not
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for forget that owning any dog is a
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long-term commitment Portuguese water
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dogs can live up to 13 years or more
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that's over a decade of dealing with
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their quirks and challenges are you
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ready for that kind of dedication if not
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maybe consider fostering plants instead
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in conclusion while Portuguese water
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dogs can be wonderful companions for
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those who have the time and energy to
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devote to them they come with challenges
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that might make them less than ideal for
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everyone else so before rushing out to
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adopt one of these charm ing water
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loving pups take a moment to consider if
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you're truly ready for the tidal wave of
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responsibilities ahead thank you
