Sprocker Spaniel

A brush every day will help to keep your Sprocker Spaniel’s fur silky and smooth. Make sure to spend some extra time brushing around the ears, on the belly, legs and paws, as these areas are prone to knots and tangles. 

If you’re asking, do Sprocker Spaniels shed? The answer is yes, they do shed but regularly brushing their fur will help to keep this under control. 

You should brush their teeth at least two or three times each week to help prevent gum and tooth decay as well as keeping the breath fresh. The nails need to be trimmed when required. You should also gently wipe clean your dog’s ears at least once a week in order to prevent any infections.

Sprocker Spaniels are a very high-energy dog; they need both mental and physical stimulation. Regular exercise is important so they’re best suited to active pet parents. They’ll benefit from several walks a day and the opportunity to run around. 

As they’re so active they won’t suit living in an apartment. Living in or near the country, or in a home with a large back yard is the best option for them.

Sprocker Spaniel health

The Sprocker Spaniel is generally a healthy breed. But, as with all dogs, there are some health conditions you need to be particularly aware of. These include: 

• Hip Dysplasia 
• Hypothyroidism

There’s also a chance of progressive retinal atrophy and allergies, although these are only minor concerns.  

Does your insurance cover the cost of these conditions? If not, browse and compare top pet insurance providers to ensure you have the best cover for your Sprocker Spaniel. 

Hip Dysplasia 

Hip dysplasia is when the ball and socket of the hip joint hasn’t formed properly and will cause it to rub and grind, rather than move smoothly. This can happen in one or both hips. It will be painful for your pooch and restrict their movement. There are various treatments available ranging from physiotherapy to surgery. 

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism is caused by an underactive thyroid. It’s most common in medium and large dogs and usually occurs between the ages of four and ten. This condition affects the whole body and so can result in a wide range of symptoms. For this reason, the symptoms can be mistaken for other conditions. Once diagnosed, it unfortunately isn’t curable but it is treatable. 

Feeding a Sprocker Spaniel — what’s the best diet? 

When choosing food for your pup, you need to consider their age, weight and activity level — and look for the most appropriate one to suit their needs. 

Sprocker Spaniels are very active. They need a balanced and highly nutritious diet with protein as the main ingredient, to give them the energy they need and strengthen their muscles. 

This dog loves their food but this means they can be prone to getting overweight. Keep an eye on how much you’re feeding them and if they have treats during the day take this into account at meal times. 

Puppies should be fed four times a day and then, once they’re six months old, you can reduce this to two to three meals a day. If you haven’t already, when they’re 12 months old, move them onto just two meals a day — one in the morning and one in the evening. 

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