0:00
let's talk about New Finland dogs the
0:02
gentle Giants of the can9 world these
0:04
fluffy behemoths are not just dogs
0:06
they're like having a small horse in
0:08
your living room if you're lucky enough
0:09
to own one of these lovable creatures
0:11
there are some essential truths you must
0:13
never forget so grab a towel because
0:16
we're diving into 12 things all New
0:18
Finland owners must keep in mind one
0:21
size Matters and they know it first off
0:23
let's address the elephant in the room
0:25
or should I say the newy these dogs can
0:27
weigh anywhere from 100 to150 pounds
0:30
you're not just adopting a pet you're
0:32
inviting a small Boulder into your home
0:34
and they know it they'll plop down
0:36
wherever they please and good luck
0:38
moving them you'll be stepping over them
0:40
like they're a piece of furniture just
0:42
remember if you trip over your New
0:43
Finland it's not your fault it's their
0:45
fault for being so darn comfortable two
0:48
water is their element new finlands love
0:51
water like really love water if there's
0:54
a puddle a pool or even a bowl of water
0:57
they'll be in it faster than you can say
0:58
swimming lesson this means you need to
1:00
prepare for wet floors and Soggy towels
1:02
everywhere if you don't want your
1:04
kitchen to resemble a water park invest
1:06
in some shallow bowls and keep them
1:07
outside as much as possible and don't be
1:10
surprised if they decide that your
1:11
bathtub is their personal swimming pool
1:14
three grooming is a full-time job owning
1:17
a New Finland means embracing The
1:18
Grooming life they're thick double coat
1:21
requires regular brushing daily if you
1:23
want to avoid living in a fur tornado
1:25
you'll need brushes Combs and probably
1:28
some sort of industrial vacuum cleaner
1:30
just to keep up with the shedding and
1:31
let's not forget about the drool you
1:33
might want to invest in drool bibs
1:35
because these dogs can produce enough
1:36
slobber to fill a kitty Pool Four
1:39
they're not just pets they're family
1:41
members new finlands are incredibly
1:43
loyal and affectionate they'll follow
1:45
you around like little Shadows making it
1:48
impossible to have any personal space if
1:50
you think you can enjoy a quiet moment
1:52
alone think again you'll have a giant
1:54
fluff ball plopping down right next to
1:56
you demanding attention like it's their
2:00
training takes patience and more treats
2:03
training your New Finland can feel like
2:04
trying to teach a toddler how to behave
2:06
in a candy store sure they're
2:08
intelligent and eager to please but only
2:11
when it suits them consistency is key
2:13
but good luck getting them to listen
2:15
when there's something more interesting
2:16
happening outside be prepared for some
2:18
creative negotiation tactics involving
2:20
treats and belly rubs six exercise is
2:24
essential but they prefer leisurely
2:26
strolls these dogs need regular exercise
2:29
but don't expect them to be sprinting
2:31
alongside you on your morning jock no no
2:34
new finlands prefer leisurely strolls
2:36
where they can stop and smell every
2:38
blade of grass along the way you might
2:39
find yourself dragging them along while
2:41
they take their sweet time exploring
2:43
every inch of the neighborhood seven
2:46
Healthcare can be costly let's talk
2:48
about vet bills because owning a giant
2:50
breed isn't cheap regular checkups are
2:52
essential due to their predisposition to
2:54
certain health issues like hip dysplasia
2:56
and heart problems so if you thought
2:58
getting a new Finland was going to save
2:59
you money money think again you might
3:01
want to consider pet insurance unless
3:03
you want your wallet to feel lighter
3:04
than your dog after a good grooming
3:06
session eight socialization is key
3:09
Newlands can be wary of strangers if not
3:11
properly socialized it's crucial to
3:14
expose them to different people and
3:15
environments early on otherwise you
3:18
might end up with a dog that barks at
3:19
every delivery person as if they were an
3:21
intruder trying to break into Fort Knox
3:24
nine they have an unbelievable sense of
3:26
humor ever seen one of these Giants try
3:29
to fit into a tiny dog bed it's like
3:31
watching an elephant attempt ballet it's
3:33
hilarious their clumsiness will leave
3:35
you in stitches as they navigate through
3:37
life with all the grace of a toddler
3:39
learning how to walk 10 they love food a
3:42
lot Newlands have appetites that could
3:45
rival those of professional athletes be
3:47
careful with portion control one minute
3:49
they're munching on kibble and the next
3:51
minute they're eyeing your dinner plate
3:52
like it's an all you can eat buffet
3:54
you'll find yourself saying no more
3:56
times than you can count 11 they are
3:59
natural like guards originally bred for
4:01
water rescue work Newlands have an
4:03
innate instinct to save lives especially
4:06
yours if you're ever in trouble near
4:07
water if you're swimming and start
4:09
flailing around like you're auditioning
4:10
for a horror movie don't be surprised if
4:12
your newy jumps in and drags you out 12
4:15
love them unconditionally at the end of
4:18
the day despite all their quirks and
4:20
challenges Newlands bring immense joy
4:22
into our lives their goofy personalities
4:25
and unwavering loyalty make every moment
4:27
spent with them worthwhile even when
4:29
they're stealing stealing your socks or
4:30
leaving puddles everywhere so there you
4:32
have it 12 things all New Finland owners
4:35
must never forget embrace the chaos
4:37
enjoy their quirks and remember life is
4:40
always better with a fluffy giant by
