| When you think of Beagles, you probably | | | | something as simple as someone laughing at |
| picture a pack of these little guys baying at | | | | one of them when he has gotten into some |
| the top of their lungs as they race after a | | | | mishap can cause the Beagle to brood for |
| fox or rabbit. While it is true that these | | | | days. |
| dogs are popular hunting dogs and have been | | | | |
| used to hunt for several centuries, they also | | | | You may need to warn your children to avoid |
| make wonderful family pets. The Beagle has a | | | | upsetting your dog's delicate sensibilities. |
| keen sense of smell and a strong hunting | | | | |
| instinct. This member of the American Kennel | | | | Although Beagles occasionally get too caught |
| Club's hound group actually comes in two | | | | up in the chase to obey commands, they still |
| sizes, under thirteen inches and thirteen to | | | | should learn at least basic obedience. |
| fifteen inches. | | | | |
| | | | It will require patience and hard work to |
| Except for the difference in size, both | | | | teach your dog, and you may want to consider |
| Beagle varieties are identical. The beagle | | | | getting some professional help by enrolling |
| has dark eyes, droopy ears, and a long tail. | | | | your little guy in puppy obedience classes. |
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| Its coat is short and most commonly comes in | | | | Beagles love to eat and they aren't picky. If |
| a combination of tan, black and white colors. | | | | you put your dog on a diet, he will happily |
| You can also find orange, black, or tan dogs | | | | eat garbage. |
| with white markings. | | | | |
| | | | In fact, even if he isn't on a diet, he may |
| The Beagle can adapt to apartment life, but | | | | still hit the trashcans for an after dinner |
| may prove to be annoying to neighbors if he | | | | snack. |
| constantly warns you of strange noises. | | | | |
| | | | Your Beagle should be groomed once a week to |
| These dogs are tireless hunters and need a | | | | alleviate shedding. |
| way to burn off some of that energy, so you | | | | |
| will need to take your Beagle for long walks | | | | Beagles usually get enough exercise to wear |
| or go for a romp in the park. Think twice | | | | down their toenails on their own, but you may |
| before letting him off the leash, however, | | | | want to check your dog's nails to see if they |
| since a Beagle who is hot on the trail of a | | | | need to be trimmed at least once a month. |
| rabbit will forget all of his obedience | | | | |
| training while he tracks down his prey. | | | | Beagles are generally a healthy breed. |
| | | | However, some of these dogs can develop heart |
| The Beagle loves children and other dogs, but | | | | disease or epilepsy. Of course, with their |
| will probably take every available | | | | propensity to overeat, Beagles can also |
| opportunity to harass the family cat. These | | | | develop weight related diseases. |
| dogs are very playful and affectionate, but | | | | |
| they do tend to sulk if they don't get their | | | | If you want a dog who is a happy, well |
| own way. | | | | mannered little companion, then a Beagle may |
| | | | be the right dog for you. |
| In fact, these dogs are so sensitive that | | | | |