she has hardly any accidents in the house now, but it has a bit hectic at the beginning, 26 wees in one weekend we cleaned up
she loves her walks, but gets overtired like a child and starts trying to run round the house like she is doing the wall of death
i would highly recommend getting a puppy crate for it, whatever breed you get, for it to sleep in at night and to be put in when you go out, or it's going a bit bonkers. Wouldnt be without our one though they are not cheap (about 60 quid for a springer sized one)
then dont forget the cost of buying the puppy initially, plus vaccinations, worming, de fleaing, house training, food,collar and lead, bowls, bedding, toys to stop it chewing the house
it IS hard work but she is also really enjoyable, especially now she can go out
springers are one of the smarter breeds, so they learn quickly, though they are exciteably bonkers too
she knows her name, knows to sit when i put her on the lead or the collar, knows what to do when i have puppy treats in my pocket, and is walking off lead really well considering
she also doesnt roam too far and comes back when asked (eventually)
though she isnt keen on dogs bigger than her atm, but she is getting used to them
she is a great car traveller too
they are the good points