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ladies and Gentlemen let's talk about
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cocker spaniels those adorable floppy
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eared bundles of joy that look like they
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just stepped out of a Disney movie but
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owning a Cocker spanel isn't just about
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those sweet puppy eyes and the endless
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cuddles no my friends there are some
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serious responsibilities that come with
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this fluffy package so here are 12
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things all cocker spaniel owners must
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never forget one grooming is a full-time
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job first off let's get real about
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grooming if you think you can just let
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your cocker spaniel run wild without
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regular grooming you're in for a
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surprise these dogs have coats that
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require daily brushing to prevent
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matting yes daily skip it and you'll end
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up with a dog that looks like it just
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survived a Mudslide and don't even think
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about going to the groomer every 6
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months you'll be shelling out more money
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than you would for a spa day two Dental
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Care is crucial now let's talk about
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dental hygiene you might think brushing
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your dog's teeth is optional but it's
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not cocker spaniels are prone to dental
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issues and if you don't brush their
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teeth regularly you'll be making more
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trips to the vet than you'd like so grab
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that dog friendly toothpaste and get to
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work because nobody wants a dog with bad
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breath three separation anxiety is real
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let's address the elephant in the room
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separation anxiety cocker spaniels are
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social creatures who thrive on
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companionship leave them alone for too
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long and you might return home to find
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your furniture has been redecorated by
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your dog Bel chew your favorite shoes
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dig through the trash and possibly even
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try to escape through the window four so
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socialization matters speaking of
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companionship socialization is key
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expose your cocker spaniel to different
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people and environments from an early
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age a Wells socialized dog is a happy
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dog otherwise you might end up with a
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pup that's more shy than a kid at their
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first school dance five exercise is
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non-negotiable let's talk exercise
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cocker spaniels may be small but they
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need regular physical activity a daily
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walk or playtime is essential to keep
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them healthy and happy if you think
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they'll just lounge around all day like
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a cat think again they have energy
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levels that could power a small City six
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watch their weight and while we're on
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the topic of Health keep an eye on their
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diet cocker spaniels can easily become
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overweight if overfed or given too many
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treats establish a feeding schedule and
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stick to it otherwise you'll end up with
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a little fluff ball that can't fit
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through the door seven training takes
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patience training should start as soon
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as you bring your puppy home these dogs
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are intelligent but can also be stubborn
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when it comes to house training positive
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reinforcement works best harsh methods
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will only hurt their confidence and
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prolong the process remember patience is
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key eight regular vet visits are
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essential let's not forget about
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Healthcare regular vet checkups are
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crucial for maintaining your cocker
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spaniels Health they can be prone to
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certain conditions like allergies and
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hip dysplasia so don't skip those
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appointments they're not just for fun
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nine they're not just cute faces now I
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know what you're thinking but they're so
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cute yes they are but don't let those
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big puppy eyes fool you they still
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produce dander and saliva that can
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trigger allergies in sensitive
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individuals so if you're allergic to
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dogs proceed with caution 10 don't
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overindulge them let's face it those big
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puppy eyes can be hard to resist but
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don't overindulge them with treats or
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table scraps it'll lead to bad behavior
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and possibly some serious health issues
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down the line 11 barking is part of
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their charm cocker spaniels love to bark
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it's part of their charm but if you live
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in an apartment or Close Quarters with
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neighbors be prepared for some noise
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complaints they may not be guard dogs
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but they'll certainly let you know when
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someone walks by 12 commitment is
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long-term finally owning a cocker
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spaniel means committing to at least 12
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to 15 years of love and companionship if
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you're not ready for that kind of
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dedication maybe reconsider before
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bringing one home in conclusion folks
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owning a cocker spaniel can be one of
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life's greatest Joys but it comes with
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responsibilities that should never be
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overlooked keep these 12 things in mind
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and you'll not only survive but thrive
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in the delightful chaos that is life
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with a cocker spaniel thank you for
