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ladies and Gentlemen let's dive into the
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delightful world of Springer Spaniels
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those energetic floppy eared bundles of
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joy that seem to have been designed
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specifically for making us smile but
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owning a springer isn't just about those
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adorable puppy eyes and the endless
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affection 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 Springer Spaniel owners must
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never forget one grooming is
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non-negotiable first off let's talk
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about grooming if you think you can skip
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brushing your Springer Spaniel you're in
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for a rude awakening these dogs have
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coats that require regular grooming at
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least two to three times a week if you
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don't keep up with it you'll end up with
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a matted mess that looks like it just
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emerged from a swamp and good luck
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getting them to sit still while you try
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to detangle that fur two daily exercise
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is essential now let's discuss exercise
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Springer Spaniels are not couch potatoes
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they need at least an hour of vigorous
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exercise every day this isn't just a
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leisurely stroll around the block oh no
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we're talking about running fetching
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swimming whatever it takes to Tire them
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out if you don't give them enough
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exercise they'll turn your living room
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into a racetrack and your shoes into
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chew toys three socialization is key
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speaking of energy socialization is
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crucial for these Lively pups expose
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your Springer to different people
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environments and other animals from an
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early age a well-socialized dog is a
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happy dog otherwise you might end up
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with a pup that's more skittish than a
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cat at a dog park four training takes
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time and patience let's move on to
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training these dogs are smart but can
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also be stubborn you'll need to start
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training early and be consistent with
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commands and rewards positive
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reinforcement is your best friend here
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yelling won't get you anywhere except a
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confused dog and possibly some very hurt
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feelings five watch out for the zoom
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eyes a yes the infamous Zoom eyes one
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moment they're lying peacefully at your
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feet the next they're tearing around the
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house like they've just been struck by
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lightning be prepared for this first of
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energy at least once a day it's like
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their version of coffee six they love
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water sometimes too much Springers were
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bred as hunting dogs which means they
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love water whether it's a lake a puddle
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or even your bathtub if there's water
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around they're diving in head first so
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if you're not prepared for a wet dog
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shaking off all over your living room
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you might want to invest in some towels
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and maybe waterproof Furniture seven ear
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care is crucial let's not forget about
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those lovely floppy ears they're
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adorable but also prone to infections if
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not cared for properly regularly check
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and clean their ears otherwise you'll
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find yourself making more trips to the
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vet than you bargain for eight diet
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matters now on to diet what goes and
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must come out make sure you're feeding
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your Springer high quality food
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appropriate for their age and activity
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level overfeeding can lead to obesity
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faster than you can say treat which can
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cause all sorts of health issues down
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the line nine regular vet visits are
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essential speaking of Health don't skip
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those vet appointments regular checkups
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are crucial for catching any potential
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issues early on these dogs can be prone
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to certain conditions like hip dysplasia
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and ear infections so keep that vet on
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speed dial 10 don't forget about their
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prey drive Springers were bred as
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hunting companions which means they have
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a strong prey drive this can lead them
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to chase after smaller animals if given
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the chance keep them on a leash or in a
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secure area when outside otherwise you
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might find your dog chasing after
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squirrels while ignoring your frantic
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calls 11 barking is part of their charm
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that's a dress barking Springers love to
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vocalize they'll bark at anything that
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moves or makes noise it's part of their
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charm but can also be annoying if you
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live in close quarters with neighbors
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who don't appreciate an enthusiastic
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bark off at dawn 12 commitment is
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long-term finally owning a springer
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spaniel means committing to at least 12
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to 14 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 springer 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 springer spaniel thank you for
