The spaniel is one of the most popular dog breeds. Active, but at the same time docile, they quickly become the favorites of both children and their parents. However, before you start a dog of this breed, you should learn more about some of the features to consider when caring for it.
Instructions
Step 1
First of all, it should be remembered that this breed belongs to long-haired, therefore, you will need to pay attention to combing. A metal comb with fine teeth is quite suitable for this; no special combs are required here.
Step 2
Also, dogs of this breed need to be cut periodically, about 3 times a year. If you wish, you can do this yourself, but it can be quite troublesome, so it is better to seek professional help.
Step 3
Spaniels do not need to bathe too often; this can dry out their skin or coat. Once a month is enough. If the weather is not right, you can use special clothes for walking, and then just wash your pet's paws with water.
Step 4
Spaniels eat a lot. And no matter how much they eat, they will still beg for some tasty treat. You should not follow their lead, because excess weight creates an additional burden on the heart, thereby shortening the life of the dog. And outwardly, it does not look very aesthetically pleasing.
Step 5
It should also be remembered that the spaniel is a hunting breed, as a result of which mobility is in its blood. With spaniels, you need to walk for a long time every day, or, if there is such an opportunity, at least let him run in his own yard.
Step 6
In addition to long hair, potential owners also need to be aware of the hassle associated with the eyes and ears of spaniels. One of the most common eye sores is conjunctivitis. For its prevention, it makes sense to rinse the pet's eyes with furacilin from time to time.
Step 7
Concerning the ears, there are two nuances. The first of them is purely household. Spaniel ears are constantly getting dirty during feeding, and available tools do not protect against this. A special ear cap often helps to cope with this problem.
Step 8
The second is directly related to the health of the animal. Due to the peculiarity of the structure of the ears, representatives of this breed have a high chance of developing otitis media. Owners need to constantly monitor the condition of their pets' ears. In addition to simple things, such as washing them from dirt, it will not be superfluous to use a furacilin raster from time to time when cleaning your ears.
