Susan McCullough

When you decide to buy a beagle puppy from a breeder, do your research to make sure the breeder is established and reputable. Look for signs of a healthy puppy when you choose your beagle. Ease your dog into a new home by having the right supplies on hand, including pet care contact numbers.What to look for in a reputable beagle breederAs you research options for finding a healthy beagle to bring into your home as a new pet, consider well-respected, dependable breeders.

Potty-training your puppy or adult dog doesn’t just prevent canine bathroom accidents in your house; housetraining also helps you make sure your dog stays healthy. With the right tools and some potty-training tips and tricks, you and your pup can set the stage for a long and happy life together.How to successfully housetrain a dogHousetraining a puppy or adult dog is just a matter of being consistent, paying attention, and following your dog’s instincts about bathroom behavior.

Your Beagle needs clear, consistent boundaries not only to stay in your good graces, but also just to stay safe. Those boundaries start with the outdoors: specifically, with enclosing part or your entire yard so it's escape-proof. Fencing comes in a wide variety of materials and price ranges, but the most important consideration for the fence-building Beagle owner is that whatever you build be impermeable.

The ideal Beagle, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC), can look cute but he shouldn't look frail or delicate. He should resemble a miniature Foxhound that is solid and big for his inches, with the wear-and-tear look of a hound that can last in the chase and follow his quarry until the quarry gives up, wears out, and/or gets caught.

Keeping your Beagle happy, healthy, and comfortable in all seasons isn't hard to do. The Snoopy-dog is a hardy soul, and a few adjustments are all that's needed to keep her in tip-top condition all year round, especially during the winter. Caring for dry skin and paws The winter-time Beagle may experience the same cold-weather phenomenon as the winter-time human: dry, flaky skin.

When choosing a Beagle puppy, use these tips to help you select a happy, healthy new pet to welcome into your family and your household. A clean, healthy, friendly mother Easy movement without limping or apparent pain Bright, clear eyes Dry, odor-free ears Clean skin and full coat with no bald spo

Your Beagle needs a house and yard that’s safe and comfortable. Take the following steps to Beagle-proof your home before your new dog joins your family: Install an escape-proof fence around your yard. Put away all loose and hazardous items inside and outside. Fasten electrical cords to the floor or wall with duct tape.

As you research options for finding a healthy Beagle to bring into your home as a new pet, consider well-respected, dependable breeders. These guidelines can help you determine whether a breeder has a dog's — and your — best interests in mind: Belongs to the National Beagle Club of America and exhibits her do