Caring for a spaniel

Spaniel, perhaps, is one of the most common breeds of dogs in our country. These dogs in Russia are considered not only hunting, but also indoor and decorative. Care for them, as well as for any thoroughbred dog, takes a lot of time and energy from their owners.

Spaniel must be regularly combed, cut and bathed. Length, shine, silkiness and density of his coat require a lot of effort and patience from the owner. Remember, all the luxury of the silk dress, which is demonstrated by the best representatives of the breed at the exhibitions - not only genetically conditioned inheritance, but also the titanic work of their owners. Therefore, do not be sorry: the results will necessarily meet your expectations.

Therefore, before you bring a pet into the house, get the tools necessary to care for it. First of all, you will need combs and hygiene products - shampoos, conditioners, special tablets or toothpaste, all sorts of styling aids, etc.

A great danger to the fleece of a dog is the fleas that cause the animal to bite and scratch itself, bringing the hair into an unfit state, as well as eczema, the main causes of which may be improper feeding, bathing, choosing shampoos and oils, blocking the anal glands,

Water procedures

To bathe a dog is recommended not more often than once a month, so as not to disturb the structure of the coat and the natural condition of the animal's skin. Spaniel, who lives in an apartment, you need to bathe during the whole year. If the animal lives in a booth or aviary, this procedure should be carried out only in spring and summer.

When bathing, pour warm water into the tub (its temperature should be 37-39 ° C), so that it reaches the dog's stomach. Moisten the hair, apply the shampoo, rub until the foam appears and rinse thoroughly with warm water, as the residue of the detergent can cause skin irritation. Depending on the degree of contamination of the wool, it is possible to soap the dog 2-3 times.

It is necessary to ensure that during bathing, water or lather does not get into the eyes, nose and ears of the dog.

If you do not have a special zooshampoo and you are going to use the usual one, choose one that is intended for dry hair and contains a conditioner.

Shampoos for long-haired dogs with conditioner and rinse are most suitable for caring for the spaniel's hair. Currently, the choice of means for caring for the dog is quite wide. The owner can choose shampoos, balms, rinsers, sprays, suitable for their qualities for his pet.

Leading cosmetics companies, trying to maximally facilitate the care of the dog's hair, developed and produce products made on the basis of natural ingredients that do not contain harmful ingredients.

Producers touched upon the main aspects of skin care and animal hair, which allows solving the most common problems of skin and coat of dogs.

Do not use external care products for dogs that contain alcohol, soap, chemicals and medications that adversely affect the structure of the coat. The basis of most detergent components are high quality vegetable oils, extracts of medicinal plants and minerals.

Outdoor means for caring for animals are quite economical and convenient to use, carefully care for the skin and hair of dogs.

Clean, shiny coat - the main decoration of a spaniel

There are special dry means for caring for the hair of adult dogs and puppies. For example, powder-shampoo will perfectly clean your pet's hair without water, absorbing dirt and leaving a pleasant smell. This shampoo is soft and gentle, and its chemical composition does not cause skin irritation.

In addition to dry shampoo, there is a spray that cleans the animal's hair without water. The spray thoroughly cleanses and moisturizes the dog's coat, gives it a shine and a pleasant smell. It is intended for puppies who are afraid of water, sick or have suffered serious illnesses. Spray must be sprayed onto the dog's hair, rub over the entire surface of the body, and then remove the excess with a napkin.

This pet care product is recommended for the rapid removal of stains. The application of the spray facilitates the combing of the wool and improves its structure. In addition, the preparation does not change the natural color of the animal's coat.

In order to remove stains, spray the contaminated area and rub it thoroughly, then pat dry with a dry cloth. If necessary, the process can be repeated.

For dogs, special shampoos with air conditioning, aloe extract and moisturizers are great. Such animal care products enhance the brightness and depth of the dark color of dog hair. When bathing the dog, apply the shampoo on the wool and rub it for 5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with clean water. The conditioner, which is part of the shampoo, gives the pet's hair a healthy sheen and silkiness.

Regular use of cosmetics to care for the dog will favorably affect its appearance and allow it to win the highest awards at various exhibitions.

The preparations have a pleasant smell, which is retained for a long time on the wool.

Shampoos with rose and lemon extract are suitable for deep wool cleaning. Such products help restore and improve the skin and coat of the dog and give it a pleasant scent. Shampoos, intended for deep cleaning, are great for bathing dogs with very greasy and dirty wool. These funds are able to wash off any dirt from the animal's fur, including tar and bitumen.

Properly selected shampoo is not harmful to the wool of a spaniel

Shampoo for dogs based on coconut oil, chamomile, rosemary, sage, nettle and yarrow does not contain soap, alcohol and chemicals, it forms a little foam, has a pleasant smell and wins well without changing its color and structure.

Shampoos and balsams of the series "Lesnoy" and "Gentle" are very popular.

Shampoo "Lesnoy"is a cosmetic and hygienic product and contains extracts of nettles, turns and leaves of birch. Included in its composition are amino acids, enzymes, vitamins, trace elements that stimulate metabolic processes in the skin and roots of the dog's hair. Dog breeders recommend applying this shampoo to wool soaked with warm water at the rate of 0.5-1.0 ml per 1 kg of animal weight. The positive quality of this product is that it does not irritate the skin of the animal and does not have a degreasing action. Shampoo "Forest" prevents the formation of dandruff, eliminates the specific odor of the dog, has good detergent properties, forms a plentiful foam and is easily washed off. After using this shampoo, the animal's fur acquires a beautiful shine.

Most dog care products do not irritate the skin of the dog and do not have a degreasing effect on it. However, shampoo should be avoided on the pet's mucous membranes, as it can cause mild irritation.

Cosmetic and hygienic zooshampoo "Gentle"is a detergent for regular care for the skin-hair covering of dogs. It is produced in polymer bottles of 100 and 200 ml. In appearance, it is a homogeneous, colorless, transparent, gel-like liquid, odorless. Shampoo perfectly mixes with water of any rigidity and in various proportions forms a plentiful foam, it is easily washed off by water. It is developed on the basis of chitosan succinate, surfactants and auxiliary components that stimulate metabolic processes in the skin of the animal, the roots of the hair, which impart shine to the dog's coat. In addition, the surfactants and auxiliary components of the shampoo eliminate the specific odor of the dog.

Conditioner-rinse aid based on jojoba oil, designed for wool and skin of dogs, consists of water, grapefruit extract, propylene glycol, glycerin, jojoba oil, vitamins A, D, E. It is recommended to use jojoba oil as an independent agent for insect bites, skin irritation, inflammation. It does not cause allergic reactions and skin irritation, it has therapeutic, cosmetic properties due to the fact that jojoba oil, penetrating deep into tissues through the layers of the skin, transports biologically active substances that favorably affect the structure of the animal's fur.

The rinse conditioner can be used after applying any shampoo, it does not require flushing, which contributes to the prolongation of healing properties for a long time. It is necessary to dilute the conditioner with warm water in a ratio of 1: 6, distribute it over the entire surface of the animal's body and rub the solution into the skin and coat the dog 3-5 min.

Using an air conditioner helps protect the skin and coat of the dog from the negative effects of the environment.

"Lesnoy" balm conditioneris a means for regular care of the skin-hair covering of dogs, developed on the basis of surfactants, emulsifiers, nettle extracts, birch, string and auxiliary components that stimulate metabolic processes in the animal's skin and hair roots that impart shine to the coat. It has good conditioning and antistatic properties, it is easy to wash off and does not have an irritating and degreasing effect on the skin of the dog. It must be ensured that this product does not get on the mucosa, as this can cause slight irritation to the skin. It is recommended to use a balm rinse after applying the shampoo "Forest". On a clean damp coat, apply a little (at the rate of 5 ml per 1 kg of animal weight) of the balm, distribute the dog over the whole body surface and grind, then rinse the preparation thoroughly with warm water.

All spaniels like to swim

In summer, dogs can be allowed to swim in open water

Well washed wool creaks under the fingers. But remember, the wool of many dogs, especially decorative rocks, is not very strong, it should be gently and gently patted with two terry towels. When drying, do not use a hairdryer: hot air breaks the hair, and directed too much flow leads to its tangling.

A large spaniel who lives in the courtyard, in hot weather, can be washed on the street from a hose. In this case, the water pressure should not be too strong. After bathing, the dog's coat should be wiped.

After swimming in the fresh air you should not allow the dog to roll on the ground. In the hot season, the spaniel will be happy to swim in open water. The water temperature in them should not be below 20-22 ° C, the duration of bathing is 10-15 minutes. It is not recommended to bathe the dog immediately after feeding or active movements (running, jumping, etc.). Before allowing the animal to enter the water, it is necessary to remove the leash and muzzle from it. The owner must make sure that there are no sharp objects on the shore and on the bottom of the pond, which the spaniel can get injured.

Cleaning and combing

Spaniel should be cleaned daily, removing dust, dirt and dandruff from the coat and skin. This procedure is for the dog a good prevention of skin diseases, as well as stimulates blood flow and metabolism.

From the hands of an experienced breeder, you got a puppy, already accustomed to everyday combing the wool. Continue to do this, showing special delicacy when processing the "dress" of long-haired dogs.

Take care that during the game your pet does not damage his hair (it's so difficult and long to grow). Do not let him rub his muzzle on furniture, carpets, roll on the floor, etc.

If the puppy is not accustomed to the trimming table, it is better to begin daily combing on your knees, and then transfer all the procedures for caring for the hair on the table. Accustom the dog to the fact that she must stand still, fastened on the leash to the bracket. At you in this case remain both hands free, that is extremely necessary at work.

To teach the puppy to the procedure of combing it is necessary as soon as possible

Spaniel should be cleaned, standing from it to the left. Some dogs do not like it when they comb the hair on the inside of the thighs, so be careful.

No matter how well you take care of the dog, all the same, in time, wool will appear in its wool. Especially often they are formed in the groin, under the arms and in the region of the hock joints. If you immediately treat these places with cosmetic oil after bathing, the wool will become more elastic, the skin soft, and the frequency of appearance of the coils will decrease significantly.

For all manipulations with wool, use professional brushes. Combing the hair starts from the paws, then gradually rise up to the middle of the back. Some grommers advise to dry the dog's hair in the direction from the parting down, carefully brushing the entire length of the hair, beautifully pulling it away.

Regardless of whether it is a thick or thin coat from a small spaniel, it should be combed regularly

Combs are the main tool for caring for long-haired dogs. They are large and small. Large combs are used for combing debris out of the dog's fur, and small ones are used to give it a certain gloss. All combs intended for hair care are conventionally divided into 3 groups:

pouches. Used to work with very long hair. This comb is small in size, with sharp teeth;

tin-pliers. They are used quite often, they are small in size and fit easily in the hand;

massage combs. It is necessary to direct the external gloss and is used almost daily, especially for the care of short-haired dogs.

The procedure of combing is often very tiring for hunting dogs, since the dog must remain stationary all this time. It is not easy for its master, who must carefully comb out the garbage from the pet's hair and get rid of the coins. Having accustomed the puppy to calmly treat the procedure of combing, you thereby save yourself and your ward from many unpleasant incidents in the future.

The Japanese spaniel and the American cocker spaniel are amazing in nature: most of these dogs not only easily tolerate combing, but also calmly treat haircuts, wearing overalls, etc. However, it is necessary to gradually train the dog to all this, gaily and affectionately talking with her, constantly approving and encouraging tidbits.

A small puppy wool is very short and rare, so many owners prefer not to waste time combing it. This position is largely erroneous and is not approved by experienced dog breeders, who know that the puppy's fur needs daily care.

When caring for the hair of small puppies, you should not use the comb, as its stiff, sharp teeth can severely injure the delicate skin of the dog. Therefore, try to get a set of hard and soft brushes, designed specifically to care for the fur of puppies. Only after the dog reaches 3 months of age, the brushes can be replaced with combs.

It is especially difficult to take care of the wool of long-haired dogs.

Since the age of 5 months, the dog has to select the most suitable oils and shampoos. There can not be unambiguous advice, and every owner must determine the best option for his dog. To give shine to the dog's coat, there are currently various sprays. Thanks to their use, the wool becomes more silky, shiny and voluminous. In addition, sprays remove static electricity and do not irritate the animal's skin. These products do not contain fatty components, do not leave stains on the dog's fur and do not stick it.

Working with wool should not be a torment for either the owner or the dog. Taking care of the pet's fur, encourage it, talk about how beautiful and smart it is. Experienced dog owners themselves rush to jump onto the desktop in anticipation of a pleasant conversation.

Spaniels of those varieties, the standard of which involves sheared wool, must be sheared with a frequency determined by the rate of their fouling.

For an American cocker spaniel, for example, the first haircut should be performed when the puppy reaches a 2-month-old age.

Haircut can be of two types: full and partial (hygienic).

For a complete haircut, the dog is usually taken to a special salon designed for cutting dogs, or invited to a specialist's home. To do a partial haircut, professional help is usually not required.

Wool on paws must be neatly trimmed

The dog's fur grows constantly, so it needs to be cut regularly. Regularly trim the coat on the paws and ears.

When processing the paws, shortcut the hair near the pads, between the fingers and around the circle, slightly above the claws, so that during the running and walking, the fleece does not touch the ground.

If the wool on the paws has not been sheared for a long time, garbage accumulates on them, which, accumulating between the fingers, can cause lameness. Moreover, a dog with paws, overgrown with long hair, looks extremely untidy and loses the ability to move quickly.

Near the anus, the hair is cut exclusively for hygiene purposes.

Care of the ears

Hearing in dogs is many times better than in humans. Its range is so wide that it allows them to catch even sounds that are not audible by most other animals. This is the first thing that attracted the attention of scientists involved in the study of dogs.

During hunting, the dog can seriously damage the ears. If the wound received in time and properly processed, it will quickly heal. Otherwise, the wound will become inflamed, and the veterinarian will need to intervene.

In the ears of the dog, dirt and earwax constantly accumulate, so they need to be cleaned regularly. To do this, dip a little warm vegetable oil in the ears of the pet. 2-3 minutes after that, the inner part of the ear should be carefully wiped with a cotton swab dipped in vegetable oil, boric alcohol or 3% hydrogen peroxide solution.

If the dog's ears have a dark discharge with an unpleasant odor, the animal often shakes his head and rubs his ears with paws, you need to contact the veterinarian as soon as possible, as this may be a sign of any disease.

Auditory canals can be cleaned of dirt and earwax with the help of small thin cotton buds moistened with alcohol. Such chopsticks should be carefully cleaned the walls of the auricle, but they can not be pushed deeply, as this can damage the eardrum, which will lead to a partial loss of hearing.

Spaniel ears require careful care

Serous plugs and lack of proper care for the ears can cause various kinds of diseases. Inflammation of the auricle in a dog in most cases also leads to a complete hearing loss.

There are also special powders, liquids for cleaning the ears, etc.

Cleaning liquid for earsthe dog consists of water, propylene glycol, maleic, salicylic and benzoic acids, facilitates the facilitated removal of secretions and softening of the skin of the ear canal.

The drug controls the growth of bacteria, eliminates the unpleasant odor.

For the hygienic care of the dog's ears, you should use liquid 1-2 times a week 3 times a day. When using a liquid, you need to moisten it with a cotton swab and remove the discharge from the auricle. If necessary, the procedure can be repeated.

Eye Care

Surprisingly, the organs of vision play a small role in the life of the dog. These animals are born blind and only after 2-3 weeks open their eyes. After another 10-15 days, their vision comes back to normal and can be compared to human sensitivity. Unfortunately, it does not last long. As a rule, after 5-8 months, myopia begins to develop in dogs.

Caring for the eyes of a spaniel is also very important, despite the fact that the organs of vision in the life of a dog play not the most important role

The peculiarity of the dog's vision organs does not allow her to distinguish colors. Unlike humans, dogs perceive the world around them in black and white. Moreover, very often the dog is unable to notice objects that are still, and also to distinguish between flat and voluminous objects. A characteristic feature of the dog's view is a large angle of view (250 °), which allows her to see objects that are not only in front, but also on the side.

Sometimes, when the dog's eyelids do not fit very tightly to the eyeball, dirt gets under them, and extensive inflammation begins. Shoot it with a special decoction of chamomile flowers. To do this, 1 tbsp. Spoon dry flowers pour 1 cup of boiling water, leave to stand, cool and strain. Cotton swab moistened with the resulting broth, wipe the eyes of the animal.

If the inflammation is very severe, albumin should be injected into the eyes of the affected dog. Throughout the procedure, the head of the pet should be in a fixed position. Gently push the eyelids apart with the thumb and forefinger of the free hand, and the other drip the medication. The pipette should be kept in such a way that it is 5 mm from the surface of the eyeball.

In no case should you wash your eyes with a solution of boric acid or strong tea. Contained in the solution of boric acid small crystals, and in tea - small fragments of tea leaves irritatingly affect the mucosa of the eyes.

Even in healthy dogs, small purulent discharge often appears in the corners of the eyes, which should be regularly removed with a small piece of dry clean tissue or a soft paper napkin. Abundant discharge usually appears if the mucous membrane has been exposed to irritating effects of wind, dust or smoke. Remove them with a cotton swab is not recommended, because individual fragments of cotton wool often irritate the eyes.

Improper eye care can cause serious illness

Of the patented eye care products, wet tampons are very popular for removing stains from tears and powder.

Wipesare designed to remove dark spots from tears and consist of water, cetrimonium chloride, sodium chloride, propylene glycol.

Napkins are safe to use, do not irritate the dog's eyes, restore the shine of the coat around the eyes.

When using napkins, you need to wipe the animal's hair in the eye area. In case of severe contamination, the procedure should be repeated 3 times a day for a week. It is necessary to avoid direct exposure of the wet wipe to the eyes of the dog, as slight irritation is possible.

Powderfor the care of the eyes of dogs prevents inflammation, abundant discharge from the eyes, removes the redness caused by inflammation, clears the hair around the eyes from the spots left from the eye discharge. When using, apply powder on the area around the eyes 1 time per day.

Care of organs of smell and touch

The sense of smell in dogs is, perhaps, best developed. It allows the animal to determine its location in space, to recognize its own and others', to find food. Unlike a person who knows the world around him mainly due to the organs of vision, the life of a dog is almost completely dependent on how well its sense of smell is developed. Very often dog owners judge the health of their pet on his nose: if he is hot and dry - the state of animal health is unsatisfactory, if wet and cold - the pet is healthy.

The organs of the dog's touch are used extremely rarely. This is mainly done by old animals that have lost their visual acuity and sense of smell. The organs of the dog's touch are vibrissae, tactile hairs located on the muzzle. They help the animal to find and identify any objects or road in the total absence of light.

Studies have shown that the sense of smell of dogs is 100 thousand times better than in humans.

Vibrissae allow the dog to rely less on the organs of sight and taste.

Some time ago, US scientists found that the role of tactile hairs in the life of a dog is much more important than previously thought. In the course of the experiment, it was found that animals that have artificially removed vibrissae become uncertain. They lose their orientation in the dark, they do not recognize the surrounding people and dogs.

If the nose or vibrissae of the dog is heavily soiled, they can be gently wiped with a water-damp cloth or a clean soft cloth. Use instead of water a solution of alcohol or any other liquids with a strong persistent odor can not.

Oral Care

Healthy beautiful teeth - the pride of a dog. Care for them is the main concern of the owner of the dog. In the mouth of an adult dog there are 42 permanent teeth (22 on the lower jaw and 20 on the upper): canines, incisors, root and false teeth.

Of the milk teeth, the fangs most quickly cut, after them - incisors and false-root ones. Teeth begin to change at 4 months of age, and this process ends by 6 months. Cutters are first replaced. They gradually decrease, as if dissolving in the gums, and their roots become the basis for permanent teeth. Permanent teeth do not change throughout the life of the dog. The state in which they will be in this case depends primarily on heredity and on the food that the pet consumes.

If, with a change of teeth, the root of the milk tooth is not completely dissolved, it must be removed in the veterinary clinic, as it will prevent the development of a permanent tooth and the dog will have problems with bite in the future.

To remove the milk tooth yourself, without the intervention of a veterinarian, it is enough to swing it for a few minutes every day, after wrapping it with a clean napkin or a piece of gauze. Loosened tooth can be removed by pulling it in the opposite direction from the throat.

Despite the fact that dogs like to gnaw bones, giving them to the pet should be very rare, as the teeth from this quickly sink, turning into uneven hemp. By any standard for a dog, a full set of teeth and a proper bite are required.

Underdeveloped fangs, dark tooth enamel and caries symptoms are classified as defects, which can prevent the dog from getting recognition at the exhibition.

Bodies of taste in dogs develop very early. That is why it is important from the first days of a puppy's life to develop a habit of rich in vitamins and useful substances products. To keep the dog's teeth strong and healthy, calcium-containing foods (cottage cheese, milk), fresh tomatoes and raw bones should be introduced into her diet.

In no event can you accustom the puppy to treats. Cakes, sweets, pieces of cake and sweet buns will have a bad effect on his health and behavior. Quickly typing extra calories, the animal will lose the necessary mobility and become unsuitable for hunting. The dog will be spoiled and capricious. Her teeth will acquire a yellowish shade, they will be covered with dental stone and will quickly deteriorate.

Tartar is the cause of irritation and inflammation of the gums, has a devastating effect on tooth enamel. In the end, this can lead to a complete tooth loss.

Prevent the formation of tartar and get rid of yellow plaque, if you regularly brush your dog's teeth with toothpaste without a strong smell and sharp taste. To do this, take a small wooden stick, wrap one end of it with a layer of cotton wool, dip it into a toothpaste or sprinkle it with a special powder, which is prepared from crushed chalk, baking soda and citric acid.

In order for a dog to participate in the hunt, it must have healthy teeth

After the end of brushing, the teeth should be thoroughly wiped with a soft paper napkin and gauze swab. In no case should animals be allowed to swallow toothpaste or powder, as this can lead to stomach upset.

Inflamed gums are usually treated with a weak solution of potassium permanganate. However, it is not recommended to treat this disease at home. It is best to contact a veterinary clinic where the animal will receive the required help. Similarly, should be done in case of detection of signs of the disease in the dog caries. If the tooth is destroyed very badly, the injured dog often rubs his muzzle with his paws, refuses food and starts to gnaw the objects surrounding her.

In principle, the set of care products for oral cavity spaniel is large enough.

There are special brushes designed for daily dental care of dogs, toothpastes and menthol tablets, eliminating an unpleasant odor from the mouth, destroying harmful bacteria.

If small fragments of twigs, bones, tissue and other foreign objects are stuck in your pet's teeth, they should be carefully removed, using tweezers or dental floss if necessary, as they can damage the tooth enamel and injure the gums.

Pillsconsist of amino acids of vegetable and animal origin, have a pleasant taste, when chewing remove plaque and prevent the formation of stones. In addition, they contain ingredients that for a long time neutralize the unpleasant odor from the pet's mouth. Puppies and young dogs are recommended to give 1 tablet a day, and for adult animals - 2 tablets. They can be given to the whole animal or crumbled into food.

In order to accustom the pet to toothpaste, it is recommended to give her dog a try with the hand of the master. Daily brushing of an animal's teeth with brush-napalechnikaprevents the occurrence of calculus.

Hygienic spray for oral cavitydogs cleans teeth, removes the unpleasant odor from the mouth, destroys harmful bacteria.

The spray consists of water, sorbitol, xylitol, flavorings, copper gluconate, glycine, thymol, citric acid, lysozyme and glucose oxide.

As a means of preventing the formation of tartar in dogs, you can use toy-chewing gum, equipped with rubber spikes. The toy is made of a durable elastic material, helps to clean the teeth and massages the gums of the animal. In addition, the toy-chewing gum is impregnated with flavors identical to natural, which enhances the dog's interest in it.

Care for paws and claws

Paws spaniel should be regularly washed and inspected to identify possible damage to the skin. While hunting or walking, paw pads often get injured. This can happen if the animal has inadvertently stepped on a sharp spike, a stone fragment, a barbed wire, broken glass, etc.

Regularly inspect the spaniel's paws for damage and wounds

Even if the wound is small, it is still a danger to the health of the dog, since dirt, getting into it, will cause inflammation. That's why the dog's claws and claws should be inspected after each walk.

Even if your pet's paw pads are not damaged, but foreign objects are stuck between the fingers, they can damage the soft fabric when driving. Therefore, they should be deleted immediately after detection. If sharp pieces of wood or wire are entangled in the wool and can not be removed with the help of a comb, it is recommended to clip them with scissors.

After walking on the street, especially in damp and cold weather, the paws of the dog must be washed with warm water and get wet with a soft cloth.

In dogs living in the city, often on the wool and pads of the paws you can see traces of mazut, oil paint, bitumen, etc. It is very difficult to wash them with plain water, even with the use of shampoo or soap. It is recommended to remove such stains with a cotton swab soaked in a solvent for oil paints.

Then, the hair and skin of the animal on which the solvent was used should be rinsed with soapy water and wiped dry.

After this, the affected area can be lubricated with baby cream or vegetable oil, in order to remove possible irritation.

In winter, when the air temperature rises above 1 ° C, the snow lying on the streets of the city begins to melt. Melt water is mixed with salt crystals, which are sprinkled with roads and paths during the ice. The resulting solution, in contact with the paws of the spaniel, begins to erode the skin of the paw pads, causing dermatitis - inflammation of the skin.

To prevent the development of this disease, it is enough to wash the pet's legs every time after walking.

Dogs need to walk in any weather

Looking at the paws of a spaniel, be sure to pay attention to his claws. If they are too long, they should be shortened if there are notches on them - to saw. Claws are clipped with the help of claws, and are filed with a special nail file with three faces or a file.

Claws of the dog are not heavy. They consist of keratinized cells of the epithelium. The content of keratin in them is very high, which gives them a special firmness. A keratin cover is needed to protect the living tissue inside the claw (a claw bed) containing small blood vessels and nerve endings.

When you touch the surface along which the dog walks (concrete, parquet, marble), the outer edge of the claw is erased, acquiring a characteristic crescent shape. If the spaniel walks very little, the claw is not erased enough and its shape is highly distorted.

While handling the pet's claws, be careful, as cutting them too short, you can damage the living tissue, causing your pet severe pain, cause bleeding and fear of such a procedure.

If the dog's claws exceed the permissible length, they begin to stop the animal from walking and cause unpleasant sensations. Moving, the spaniel transfers all its weight to the leading paw, stepping to the ground with its entire surface. If the length of the claws exceeds the permissible, they will greatly interfere with the animal, forcing it to change the gait. This can lead to complete deformation of the paw.

A similar problem occurs especially often in dogs living outside the city, in areas where there are no asphalted or gravel roads. If the spaniel lives in the city, his claws are eroded during the movement along cobbled stone or asphalt roads. However, even in this case, the pet's claws should be pruned so that they retain the correct shape and do not separate.

Spaniel's claws need to be cut every 4 weeks. The first time it should be done 3 weeks after the birth of the puppy, as in the process of feeding it can severely scratch the abdomen of the mother.

If the dog has a stratification of claws, it is necessary to align the edges of the claw with the help of a nail file or nail file, and then lubricate it with a nutritious cream.

Immediately before the exhibition, the dull and roughish claws of the pet can be covered with colorless nourishing nail polish. This will give them the necessary shine and emphasize their shape.

For shearing claws you will need:

tweezers, scissors or scraper;

a file or a file;

several cotton swabs;

hemostatic antiseptic.

When cutting the claws, you can accidentally damage the dog's claw bed, which immediately begins to bleed. If this happens, moisten the tampon in an antiseptic solution and blot them with a bleeding cut.

The living part of the claw in spaniels of light color with claws of white color is usually well visible, as it clearly diffuses pink color. If the dog has black claws and the borders of the claw bed are not visible, it is recommended to shear only the tip of the claw, and the procedure itself should be repeated every 7-10 days.

Care of organs of reproduction and allocation

You should carefully monitor the condition of the organs of excretion and reproduction of the dog, and at the first sign of any disease, you should immediately seek help from a veterinarian. The main symptoms of the disease of the reproductive organs and organs of excretion: white jelly discharge, pain during urination, restless behavior, loss of appetite, nausea, an increase in anal glands, the appearance of purulent discharge from the anus.

Inflammation of the anal glands poses a serious threat to the life of the dog. In this case, you should definitely contact the veterinarian.

Caring for an aging dog

The life spaniel depends on many circumstances, the main of which is good care for the animal. In relation to the owner of an aging dog, one can judge his attachment to her.

The behavior and character of the dog vary with age. Aging animals usually behave somewhat differently than the young, reluctantly abandon their habits, with difficulty endure a change of scenery. Such animals often become less obedient, more irritable. Such manifestations of character are especially characteristic of spaniels, suffering from serious diseases and experiencing discomfort.

In cynology, there are cases when some aging spaniels became timid, timid, while others, on the contrary, did not recognize young dogs and tried to maintain a leading position.

The attitude of the spaniels to the owners is also changing. Dogs become obtrusive, jealous, often offended by their owners, become withdrawn and avoid contact with people. In such cases, animals spend most of the day half asleep, and wander around the apartment at night.

Often overloads are the cause of the aging spaniels of various diseases, which the owners do not always pay attention in due time, because of the decreased immunity the symptoms of the disease manifest themselves poorly.

Aging dogs are hard to tolerate emotional and physical overload.

Selecting medicines, veterinarians take into account the age of the dog, because of the deterioration in the functioning of the liver and kidneys, the animal may develop intoxication.

It becomes problematic to walk the aging dog in the apartment, as many animals suffer from diseases of the musculoskeletal system.

When walking a spaniel, its owner should not forget that the animal's ligament to old age becomes less elastic, and the bones are more fragile and minor injuries do not heal very well.

A dog at the age of 9 years has reduced visual acuity, which can be the cause of various diseases. Such animals do not want to walk in the dark, careful in movements, hardly overcome minor obstacles.

Another change in the body of an aging dog is hearing loss. However, its owner may not immediately notice this, since, having lived next to the owner for many years, the dog is able to react not only to his voice, but also to changes in facial expressions, gestures. The first signs of hearing loss spaniel can be considered cases where he does not pay attention to the commands submitted by the owner, is lost on walks, runs in the opposite direction from the owner, despite his calls. Such an animal should be walked on a leash.

The aging of dogs is characterized by a change in appetite. Some spaniels become very picky in food, others are constantly hungry. The main attention when feeding such animals should be given to the quality of the feed. It is recommended to adhere to the usual set of products, and dogs suffering from chronic diseases, after consultation with a doctor, can be transferred to diet food. Important for the spaniel organism at the age of 9 years and older is the intake of vitamin preparations, which should be used on the recommendation of a veterinarian.

Aging dog is less active

There are preparations containing eleutherococcus and increasing the vitality of the animal. However, such substances are contraindicated in dogs suffering from liver diseases.

Many drugs designed for aging spaniels, improve the well-being of dogs, increase their activity and have a beneficial effect on the condition of the joints.

If the dog is seriously ill and specialists can not help it, the animal should be taken to the veterinary clinic and put to sleep. Old dogs, in which the body has weakened to such an extent that it is not even able to maintain basic vital functions (control urination, assimilation of food, movement), are also euthanized by veterinarians. It's not easy for owners to decide on such a step, but very often this is the only possible act of charity towards their pet.

Spaniels - this is the most popular hunting dog for today. This friendly creature is ready to go many kilometers alongside the master through the forests and marshes, help drive the duck out of the shelter and pull the shot from the lake. In this spaniel has good health, which is very important if you are an avid hunter.

However, the ears of a spaniel need constant care and attention. If you decide to choose this breed, then prepare the cotton buds and tune in for a daily inspection. Charming ears is a kind of a visiting card of this breed, but creates additional difficulties in the care.

Prevention is the best treatment

Spaniel ears first need airing. The hanging position promotes the accumulation of sulfur and the development of a variety of infections. An additional factor is the overgrowth of the ear from the inside with wool. Thus, ideal conditions for the development of pathogens are provided.

Natural airing

There is another available preventive measure. The ears of a spaniel can be lifted over your head by fixing a soft clamp or a rubber for your hair. This is especially true during meals. If you do not, after the meal you will have to wash out the outer and inner surface of the ear, and the likelihood that the water will get inside the ear canal. Often this leads to inflammatory processes.

On a walk

Walk representatives of this breed love very much. Active games and exercises in the fresh air strengthen immunity, normalize the work of all organs and systems. The ears of a spaniel are very dirty on a walk. The dog runs around, clutching a curious nose to the ground, and long "canvases" hang around the ground, collecting dust and microbes.

Coming home, any owner will try to clean his pet. A wetted, but not completely washed ear becomes an ideal incubator for bacteria. Therefore, before going out to the street, take care to fix your ears high on your head. To do this, you can come up with a band-band of soft rubber bands. The simplest version will be a piece of kapron stocking. It's fast, cheap and perfectly helps keep your ears clean.

Regular inspection

We have already mentioned that it is necessary to regularly inspect the entire ear cavity. Before this, prepare the cotton buds and disks, warm water. Lay your pet on his side and caress so that he lies quietly during the procedure. Now completely turn the ear inside out and carefully inspect it.

Girls! Today I was again pulled a little in the wrong steppe, now you will understand this. The fact is that I will not write about how to lose weight, nor about what diet for weight loss is better to use, and not even about roller skating   (though, it's great). I want to talk to you about the complexes.

Yes, yes, just talk. I really hope that in the comments (or in PM) we will discuss some problems, which bother women and do not allow them to live peacefully, without complexes and constraints. I'm talking about the female breast.

I will not describe for a long time why I decided to write about this, I will only say that my best friend for some reason decided that her husband looked at the "puffy" ladies, and her zero size requires urgent surgical intervention to increase. (I have a quiet shock).

So I thought, how many more like her? My chest also does not have a large volume, but it never occurred to me to do anything with it. On the contrary, I found my pluses.

Pros of a small chest

In fact, if you think carefully, you can find a lot of advantages of a small chest, but I think if you even read these and think about them, you will understand that I am right!

1. - A small chest is very convenient!   Well, firstly, when walking, nothing hinders me, it does not get too shaky and during jumping rope   , which I perform daily. In the summer I do not have all sorts of "ills" under the chest and around, which often pursue the owners of the 5th size, agree?

1. - With a small breast a woman looks younger, is not it? This is especially true after 30 years, when thanks to only these natural data, you look young and beautiful, about a little older than a teenager. That's just have to try a little bit: if you do not have a cool figure and a thin waist - urgently in the gym and on a diet (for blood type, for example).

1. - Asked her husband about the breast, and he answered me: " When I see a big breast - it's my wet nurse, and all. Why would I have married you then? As a youth, all the blood in the temples is knocking, when you see the horror rozshchik, and then the brains become replaced. " ABOUT!!!
2. - And I also got to study the questionnaires and found out that small breasts react faster to caress and touch, than the big, well, that's what you need?

1. - Finally, for whom then came up with push-ups? Come out into the light, put on a bra, all raised and grown up literally in front of your eyes. Here. " A big breast can be hidden somewhere? That's what I'm talking about.

Not convinced? And you look at the chests of Mila Jovovich, Natalie Portman, Kiry Knightley and others, did it stop them?

Ears of a Spaniel

Well, I'm sorry for such an unflattering comparison, in another way, not always and not everyone can get through. I agree, if the chest sagged, a pleasant little, but ... this too is not an excuse for complexes and urgent radical measures to eliminate this "shortcoming".

By the way, most of the time, the breasts hang around those who have something to hang around, ie. in the owners of large sizes. But it happens that the small chest is deformed.

So, if that's the case, the main thing is - do not panic. Take your feet in your arms and go to the gym or begin to study at home, working on improving the shape of the breast   and even by its increase, if you so desire.

The main rule against sagging is regular sport.

Prevent and neutralize

Here's another a few tips that will help maintain the beauty and firmness of the chest:

• - Keep proper posture   , blood circulation will not be disturbed and then the breast will always be beautiful, without wrinkles and folds
• - Do not try to lose weight sharply!   All these strict diets that I do not like, lead to a sudden drop in weight, and this will affect primarily on the chest - it will hang
• - To gain weight quickly too it is impossible   - earn stretch marks. Only slowly and gradually

• - Choose the right bra. He should support the breast well, do not press, but not be free
• - Like to sunbathe topless?   Prepare for wrinkles, age spots and rapid aging of the skin. Sun rays destroy collagen, overdry the skin
• - Do not go without a bra. Maybe it's fashionable now, but then you'll sit and cry, that your chest is hanging, but you do not need it?
• - Apply nourishing masks for breasts   and various procedures to help keep it in good shape (rubbing the ice cup, a short-term compress of juice of berries or broth of herbs, etc.)

You can do an easy massage, or even better, if your husband does it, and as often as possible. So you will forget about your complexes, and your breasts will always be in shape!

Hello, dear representatives of the beautiful half of humanity!One of the readers of the blog to the note on the deplorable results of some wrote: "It's all clear, but what to do with the chest, which over the years more begins to remind the ears of the spaniel ...".

Initially, nature endowed the woman with a breast primarily for feeding a newborn, but the breast is by far the most important sexual object. Not one spear was broken in disputes about the most beautiful form of the breast. Aborigines of the Maya tribe preferred women with breasts hanging down to the abdomen. In the Middle Ages, apples were valued, and in the time of Rubens - lush, loose forms. Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin considered a sign of good breed a breast small and cool.

Nowadays, the ideal is the breast, which for all body movements remains the same shape. Therefore, the beautiful is considered a high and elastic breasts, regardless of its size, the main quality in a beautiful chest is a tone. The shape of the breast, without resorting to plastic, can not be changed, but it is possible to keep it in good shape and prevent premature sagging.

  Breast condition depends on skin tone, which stretch out a fan to the chin itself, forming the so-called natural bra - a triangle, the tops of which are the nipples and the base of the neck.

And it is necessary to remember that the female breast is incredibly fragile: this is just two small fat pads, "packed" in a thin skin tissue and "suspended" under the base of the neck.

The elastic chest is the ideal breast. Remember the enemies, guilty of the fact that our breasts lose their tone and form:

1. Incorrectly selected underwear. If the bra is too tight, it makes blood circulation difficult, too loose - it does not support the breast well, which in turn can lead to stretch marks and a sagging of the breast. Wear a suitable size bra. He should not leave any traces on the body, shoulder straps - bump into the shoulders, and a rigid frame - to constrain the movements. And the more breasts you have, the more bra she needs.

2. Ultra-violet rays. Direct contribute to skin aging, and excessive sun bathing can cause breast cancer. Therefore, think carefully before sunbathing on the beach topless. It is better to have on the body pale stripes from the straps of a swimsuit than to go to doctors afterwards.
  In summer, on the beach and in the city, be sure to use a sunscreen with a high index of protection. All creams and gels apply circular, ascending, stroking movements (excluding the area of ​​the nipples).

3. Sharp weight loss.   Fatty cells of the breast are split by their first ones. The breasts become flabby, stretch marks may appear. Therefore,
  if you want to preserve the beauty and tone of the chest, do not rush to extremes - get rid of excess weight gradually and keep the weight within the prescribed limits.

4. Wrong posture. Constantly hunched back will not add to the attractiveness of either you or your breasts. Therefore, try to walk straight and not stoop - this will help make beautiful not only your breasts, but also your gait.
  Good posture, straight back, backward shoulders, almost bladed shoulder blades are the best bra that will give your breasts a beautiful shape.

5. Hot bath and hot showeralso will not add beauty to your breasts. Take only warm baths with sea salt, herbal decoctions or with a few drops of essential oils for no more than 10-15 minutes.

6. Separately about pregnancy. Contrary to popular belief, the breast does not spoil the infant's feeding, but pregnancy and the associated hormonal changes, weight gain and, correspondingly, stretching of the tissues. To avoid trouble, you should wear special bras supporting the chest, without squeezing it, carefully care for the breast and décolleté area.

The rules of nursing and décolletage.
  These simple procedures will help support the youthfulness of your breasts:

1. Cold shower - The procedure is not very pleasant, but irreplaceable. It improves blood circulation, strengthens blood vessels, strengthens and tones the skin, makes the skin of the breast elastic and supple. Cold shower (always start with a cool one) massage your breasts in circular motions, starting with the left breast, 1-2 minutes a day. The procedure with a cold shower can be replaced with a piece of ice. Draw a piece of ice over your chest, and then up to your neck. This is a good care for the skin and body, the lifting effect is provided to you.

2. Irrigation- this is a great way to rejuvenate the chest. In a bottle with a spray, pour a chilled broth of chamomile or water at room temperature and add chamomile drops. In the mornings, during washing, irrigate the breast with finely splashing water dust.

3. Wiping   also help you to maintain the beauty and firmness of your chest. To wipe the breast with water, use a towel, which is immersed in water 22 degrees, squeezed well and wraps the chest. Then rub the breast through a wet towel with both hands for one minute. Then the damp towel is replaced with dry, and careful strokes dry the chest. The temperature of the water should be gradually lowered by half a degree every two days, bringing it to 13-14 degrees. After three weeks in the water you need to add table salt, which helps irritate the skin and thereby causes an increased rush of blood.

4. Cosmetic masks and oil wraps   activate metabolism and improve the skin of the breast. Apply a thick mask on the skin until completely dry.
  The recipe for one of these masks is: Mix cottage cheese with olive oil and egg or sour cream with honey. The resulting mass is not applied to the breast (without touching the sucking mugs) for 20 minutes, and then rinse.

5. Since the skin on the breast very badly tolerates the loss of moisture, take as a rule that after any water procedures it is necessary apply a moisturizing cream on the chest and cleavage area   - it will make the skin soft and gentle.
  All kinds of tonics, gels, creams, masks, wraps perfectly tighten, strengthen, smooth the skin of the breast and even eliminate stretch marks. Try to apply these funds at least 2 times a day. When you use the cream, the movements should go from the center of the chest to the chin, including the neck and décolleté. However, attention - apply the cream with light movements. By no means stretching the skin, otherwise the effect will be reversed.

6. During a shower or a bath, of course, cool, clean the decollete area with exfoliating means for the face, massage with a mitten or soft scrubs - this will give the skin softness and elasticity, improve blood circulation.
  To care for the breast can be, especially when the skin in the decollete area suffers from pigmentation, in this case, lightening creams and lotions will help.

7. Greatly strengthen and rejuvenate the breast   swimming and aqua gymnastics. Thanks to the resistance of the water, each movement with hands becomes equivalent to push-up from the floor. In swimming, breastfeeding is preferred, and when practicing aquagymnastics, give preference to exercises in which the muscles that support the chest, as well as the muscles of the back, neck and hands, are involved.

8. Perhaps the most useful way to increase the breast - fitness,   namely, exercises aimed at strengthening and developing the muscles, of which the breast consists - the front deltoid, small and large thoracic. Tightened and embossed muscles visually increase the bust by the size and give it a seductive rounded shape.

As I am in everything that concerns women's beauty categorically against plastic surgery (with the exception of medical indications), as I always stand for miracle gymnastics, which I suggest you see in the video "Save or quickly restore the beauty of the breast":

  If you have a slow Internet, first click on the start, and then pause and let the video load.

From the use of creams to increase breast better to refuse, especially to nulliparous girls, because the substances contained in them can cause the growth of glandular tissue of the bust and even lead to negative changes.

Lovely women and listen to the advice of gynecologists   about regular self-examination of the breast. This simple procedure can well preserve health and even life. Once a month, immediately after the end of the period, examine the breast in front of the mirror, feel it with your fingers in the standing and lying position, pay attention to the slightest condensation, changes in the pigmentation of the nipple, its retraction or any discharge from the ducts of the breast. And if something does not seem right - run to the doctor!

And finally small female secret.   A few strokes of blush will help the breasts to become rounded, and the bulges will become more distinct if you lighten the roundness with a light foundation and apply a light strip of a darker color between the breasts.

I wish you to be beautiful always and everywhere. I await your responses and wishes.
  With love to you, Svetlana.

How does the dog appear in the house? A puppy can be brought by children or picked up on the street by adults, and such an unexpected "acquisition" sometimes catches their masters by surprise. What such a surprise will grow, can not always predict even experienced dog breeders. At best, it is possible to predict the future dimensions of the dog, and suppose (more than approximately) what breeds participated in creating a "cocktail" running on puppy veins. Expecting such a successful dog show at the breed shows is an optimism, even if the kid looks like a sheepdog or a bulldog ... But even if there are no exhibition prospects, a new member of your family needs constant care and care.

What about the future champions, for whom constant care is important not only in terms of maintaining health, but also as a pledge of future successes. Of course, the acquisition of a thoroughbred puppy is a deliberate step, which is long prepared, choosing a breed, studying its habits and features of the content. To the appearance in the house of a new tenant are prepared, almost as a visit to the august person.

Purchase of inventory

So, you decided to buy a spaniel. The kid is still warming under Mom's side, curiously looking around the world, making the first unsure attempts to get out of the habitual den in the huge room ... It's time to look into the store for animals and buy everything necessary to care for the cocker spaniel. Of course, you will not once again look here for the most necessary ceremonial leash, a new comb (instead of someone gnawed, do you happen to know by whom?) Or an unusual toy, but now your first "dog shopping" and take it responsibly . And one more important point: an Englishman, an American or a Russian spaniel settled in your house, the care and maintenance of the dog will become a notable article of the family budget. How to care for a spaniel, what should I buy?

1.    Think about where will be place for a dog. It is necessary to do it right away, but do not rush to buy fashionable couches or baskets, a small puppy will be difficult to climb into them. It is better to prepare a small mattress, make for him a removable cover and put it in the chosen corner. Place for the dog should not be on the aisle, in the corridor or near the heating appliances.

2.    One of the most striking features of the spaniel appearance - silky, long coat. To maintain it in proper condition you will need: a comb with short, frequent teeth (a puffeter), a comb with long, rare teeth, a brush with soft bristles (it will be needed to care for the coat until the puppy grows). In general, caring for wool is one of the main moments of care and maintenance of the cocker spaniel.

3. Place for feeding: bowls for food and water, stand with adjustable height of installation of bowls.

4.    If you plan to cut your own spaniel yourself, grooming tools: scissors simple and phyllo, special machine for cutting dogs and a sea of ​​patience.

5. Hair care products: shampoos and conditioners. In general, abuse of bathing dogs with the use of detergents is not necessary, this leads to a deterioration in the condition of the coat, the appearance of dandruff. However, spaniels are hunting dogs, and lying about in some kind of nastiness for them is about the same as for a woman - sprinkle with expensive spirits. And then without bathing can not do.

6. Wearing equipment: leash and collar. Instead of a collar, you can use a harness. Try not to let a young dog walk without a leash until she learns to clearly execute the commands, especially "To me!". The hunting instincts of spaniels can play a cruel joke here too - a young dog, very often carried away by an interesting smell, discovers the absence of the master too late. Well, if the consequences are limited to a few minutes of hassle.

7. Means for care of ears spaniel: cotton swabs and disks, a three percent hydrogen peroxide solution.

8. Means for the care of claws: claw claw and claw file.

Care of hair

Care for the wool - one of the most laborious procedures with the content of the spaniel. Soft, silky hair, so pleasant to the touch, has a very unpleasant property - rolling down into coils. Most often these lumps are formed behind the ears and in the groin. Splitting coats is a laborious process, sometimes painful for a dog. To remove them, you can use a special tool, reminiscent of a comb with built-in teeth between the blades. In the most hopeless cases it is necessary to cut out the wool that has been wrinkled, but this is really an extreme case that does not adorn the dog's hair. Do not allow the formation of coils can only be daily combing. Do not forget to inspect the dog after each walk and clean the garbage stuck in the wool, twigs, plant seeds. These "finds" can become the center of the formation of a knuckle.

In a small puppy, the fur is very short, and the skin is very tender. The teeth of the comb can scratch the skin, but a brush with a not very stiff bristles will not only perfectly clean the fur from garbage, but it will also help the baby to learn the procedure itself.

The most difficult is the care of the American cocker spaniel's hair. After all, the decorative apron and skirt of this aristocrat serve as an excellent collector of vegetable debris during a walk, and it is quite difficult to get rid of all this from long silky strands. And the creation of this beauty will require the services of a professional groomer, or the acquisition by the owner of a new profession of a dog hairdresser.

Approximately at the age of six months the puppy fluff is completely rejected, the classical "silk" wool of the spaniel comes to replace it. The dead hair should be removed (trimmed). For this, a "puffer" with short, frequent prongs is used. Move the comb smoothly along the growth of the coat, from the base of the head to the tail, first treat the back, then the sides, breast, stomach and paws. If you do this regularly, such care for the cocker spaniel will bring great pleasure to the dog. Very soon the dog will turn the sides themselves, roll over on his back and stretch his paws at the sight of his favorite comb. Just do not forget to remove the instrument after the procedure, for some reason the comb pens seem to puppies well, very tasty ...

If you have an American cocker spaniel, caring for the hair should be daily, like brushing your teeth and washing for its owner. Care of the English cocker spaniel is somewhat easier, although the procedure of trimming is necessary for all representatives of the spaniel tribe. Only it will allow to receive that smooth, silk wool, which is prescribed by breed standards. Be sure to comb at least twice a week, cleaning the wool from debris after walking. If necessary, bathing.

Care for the Russian spaniel differs little from the procedures prescribed to the "Englishman". That's except that swimming in the hunting season a working dog may be required more often.

  Do not spare the time to care and content of wool.

Care of the ears

Charming long ears spaniels - a kind of "visiting card" of the breed. It is believed that the length of the ears should be sufficient so that they can be connected at the tip of the dog's nose. And the ears themselves, and not decorating their wool. However, this beauty has the opposite sides. Inflammation of the middle ear is one of the typical breed diseases. This is due to poor ventilation, which leads to the creation of favorable conditions for the development of pathogenic microorganisms.

How to protect your pet from illness? Try not to let moisture enter the ear canal. Before bathing, close the ears with cotton balls moistened with vegetable oil, if the moisture is still in your ear, gently drain it with a cotton swab. Regularly inspect the ears for the formation of sulfur plugs and ingress of ticks.

Carefully monitor the behavior of the dog, if there are signs of an ear infection (if the dog constantly scratches ears, shakes his head, if there are squelching sounds and an unpleasant smell in his ear) - always consult a specialist.

Care of claws

For dogs who regularly make long walks on asphalt or rocky roads, claws usually do not create problems. However, to have a claw is necessary in your home inventory, even in this case - there is always a chance of damage to the claw, it can break or crack. In addition, it is always necessary to trim the claws on the fifth hidden fingers, which do not participate in the movement of the dog.

How to care for a cocker spaniel, traveling mainly around the apartment, or mostly on soft forest and marshy soil, claws must be regularly pruned. For this, a special dog claw is used, which you can pick up in the store depending on the size of the dog (and, consequently, the size and strength of the claw). Trim the puppy kodokochki need from an early age. The length of the claw should not extend beyond the surface of the pads on the paw. Cut carefully so as not to damage the blood vessels. Overgrown claws are not only unaesthetic, but can also lead to trauma. Sharp edges after cutting should be sharpened with a saw.

How great is an American or English cocker spaniel, the care and maintenance of which is at the proper level, how active and diligent the Russian spaniel is - care of the dog is not easy, but the result will repay your work many times over.