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How to Care for Sproodle

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Sweet and affectionate towards their human companions, Sproodles are undoubtedly lovable pooches that deserve to be pampered. Do you want to learn more effective tips to make your furry companion healthier and happier? Look no further since we have compiled a number of handy tips to help you properly care for your Sproodle.

1. Feeding a Sproodle

feeding sproodle

Sproodles tend to consume between 700 to 1,400 calories per day, but it may vary based on their particular needs. The ideal food to give your Sproodle is a homemade diet that contains a balanced amount of fat, carbohydrate, proteins, and micronutrients.

If you feed your Sproodle with dry kibble, approximately two or three cups are adequate for an adult Sproodle. Feed him twice a day, first in the morning, then in the evening. By breaking down his meal in half, you will be able to maintain a healthy digestive system.

A canned canine diet is an alternative option; however, the serving portions should be monitored and adjusted based on the size, weight, and condition of the dog. You must be careful not to over-feed your Sproodle to prevent him from becoming overweight.

Feeding guide

You can use the information below as a rough reference about the amount of food you may provide to your pooch. However, you must keep in mind that these amounts are not necessarily fixed. It can be adjusted depending on your Sproodle’s activity for the day.

  • Sproodle weighing 23 kg can be fed 250g to 329g
  • Sproodle weighing 25 kg can be fed 275g to 361g
  • Sproodle weighing 30 kg can be fed 305g to 392g

Additionally, you must take note of the nutrient contents of your pooch’s food. Adult dogs are not picky when it comes to their choices of food. However, it does not mean low-quality dog food is an appropriate option to feed them. Below is another rough reference on the number of nutrients your Sproodle’s food should contain:

  • Calcium content should be 0.5% – 0.8%
  • Fat content should be less than 10%
  • Fibre content should be less than 4%
  • Protein content should be 14% – 21%
  • Phosphorous content should be 0.4% – 0.7%
  • Sodium content should be 0.2% – 0.4%

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2. Exercising a Sproodle

Sproodles are playful and highly active pooches that require a moderate amount of outdoor activity and mental stimulation. Your pooch needs 40 to 60 minutes of daily exercise.

It would not only develop them to become healthy and happy pooches but also curb their destructive behaviours. Sproodles tend to develop bad habits at home because they want to ease their stress and boredom. Below are a few recommended basic activities you can spend with your Sproodle:

Indoor Activities:
  • Use your dog’s favourite toys to play with him at home in order to burn his excess energy.
  • Puzzle games and activities are excellent ways to mentally stimulate your pooch. It does not need to be complicated. A game of hide-and-go-seek or treasure hunt would suffice.
Outdoor Activities:
  • Sproodles are social pooches. They love interacting with other dogs, so you can definitely bring him to a dog park.
  • If you have a securely-enclosed garden or backyard, you can use that area to play and run around with your Sproodle.
  • You can also bring them to the sea or river for a swim. They may not look like it but Sproodles love swimming.

Sproodles are not sensitive to weather changes, therefore, you can take them out for walks during the summer or winter. However, refrain from doing strenuous activities with your pooch during the mid-day heat which may cause heat exhaustion or heatstroke.

3. Grooming a Sproodle

Brushing

Sproodles have a soft coat that can be medium in length or longer. It is also double-layered and thick. Although they do not shed much, their coats tend to get matted and tangled. Therefore, you should brush your Sproodle’s hair at least three to five times per week.

Bath

You need to bathe your Sproodle every two weeks. You can add three drops of neem oil to your pooch’s shampoo or conditioner. It is not only an effective insect repellent that can get rid of your Sproodle’s fleas and ticks but also a skin soother. It’s good for Sproodles that suffer skin allergies.

Hair Cut

A Sproodle’s hair needs to be trimmed every 8 to 12 weeks. Aside from their coats, Sproodles also need the hair around their eyes and anus to be trimmed. Moreover, during hot summer days, their coat must be clipped short to keep them cool.

Ear and Nail Cleaning

Check your Sproodle’s ears regularly for any wax build-up, and then clean them when necessary. As for nail cleaning, clip the nails when they get too long to prevent pain and deformities.

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