yard in Minneapolis. Plus I love my grandpa. For as long as I can remember, my grandpa has been a part of my life. He has been there with me through my ups (thanks for the dog treats) and my down, down, down. But that is another story...
Last update July 2nd, 2011 ~ 3:00pm from grandpa
I'm not a "Squirrel"
Willow's best friend "Josie" is on the left...
I'm not a "Rabbit"
As most of you know, our daughter's beagle Willow was diagnosed with liver cancer earlier this year. I'm sad to say that she died on Friday 9/3/2010. True to her stubborn nature, she outlasted her prognosis by several months, all of them pain-free and spoiled rotten. She was our daughter's "baby" for twelve years and we will all miss her terribly.
___Willow looking for gray devils & fluffy-tailed demons___ (I think you would call them "Squirrels" and "Rabbits")
Coat The Beagle has a hound type coat of medium length making grooming relatively easy for this breed. The hair should lie close to the body of the dog and should be hard, never soft or silky. The Beagle looks like a small English Foxhound. Beagles have a very sleek and shorthaired coat.
Overview The Beagle was originally bred for hunting purposes and does remarkably well. Being a scent hound, this breed has the tendency to follow his nose and ignore anything and everything so obedience training at an early age is a must. The Beagle originated as a cross between the Harrier and many other hounds in England. This breed does best when hunting hare, pheasant, or quail.
Character The Beagle is full of energy and does great in a family environment. They are very lively, active, and high energy making a wonderful childs companion given the proper socialization. This breed is alert and of even temperament and should never show signs of aggression or timidity. The Beagle can be very mischievous and very bold at times so proper precautions must be taken when training and/or socializing this fun loving breed.
Temperament The Beagle is an all around happy dog that makes a wonderful companion for many different families. This breed adapts to many different environments and lifestyles, if not all. The Beagle is very eager to please, and is very intelligent however training must be consistent as this breed tends to lose interest and focus on something that catches his attention. This breed does extremely well with children, and can do exceptionally well with other pets if socialized properly.
Care Beagles should require daily brushing to remove any dead or loose hair. A wipe down with a damp towel should suffice for the bathing aspect, however a rubber, wire, or hard bristled brush would work best for the brushing aspect. The ears of this breed should be cleaned on a regular basis, as this breed is prone to painful ears or ear infections. The nails of the Beagle should also be trimmed. This breed is an average shedder, which can be controlled with regular combing.
Training The Beagle is very intelligent and very eager to please making him a wonderful student to work with. However, they do tend to lose interest fairly quickly as they are bound to pick up a scent and follow it. This is when obedience training definitely comes in handy. If properly trained, the Beagle should listen however, if not trained properly, ignoring is a big problem. Consistency and firm yet gentle handling is a must if this breed is to excel as they so desperately want to.
Activity The Beagle is fairly active and loves long and vigorous walks, as they are the outdoorsy type. Considering they have a very strong hunting instinct, this breed should always be kept on a leash or in a fenced in yard as he is bound to run off if something catches his interest. Two long daily walks are recommended, as this breed seems to have great stamina and be somewhat tireless. The Beagle responds best in a home with a large yard.
Ownership If you are looking for Beagle puppies for sale from reputable Beagle breeders or to adopt a Beagle from a Beagle rescue then make sure you understand as much about the dog breeds you are interested in as you can. Every puppy breed is different. Begin your research by reading the breed information about the Beagle puppy above.
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Friendly, loyal, loving and playful are all qualities that make them excellent family pets. Homes with other dogs, pets and children can all welcome the Beagle as part of the family. They require minimal socialization and actually enjoy the companionship of other pets and their family. A very energetic breed, the beagle needs a home that will give them plenty of play time, exercise and regular walks. When outside they should be in a fenced in yard and a leash should be used for walks as they have a tendency to explore and follow scents. They make good watchdogs as they will let you know if someone is at the door by barking, but they are naturally friendly with strangers, so don’t expect them to be good guard dogs.
The Beagle sings a merry tune as he follows his nose through life.
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Dog Punishment
Did you know that punishing a dog after he has done something wrong completely confuses the dog? Unless you actually catch your dog in the middle of the act, he will not be able to make the connection as to why you are correcting him. Dogs don't do naughty things to be rebellious or spiteful, if a dog is destructive or misbehaves, it's probably because he is bored and or anxious.
Dog Training
The number one rule when it comes to dog training is to always be consistent. Consistency will help you achieve the goals you set out for your dog. Remember that each dog is different and some take longer than others to learn. When teaching your dog commands, keep them as simple as possible and always use the same word for the command you are teaching. Get your dog's attention by calling his or her name before giving a command.
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West Highland White Terrier
West Highland White Terrier, more commonly known as the "Westie," is known for its friendly, strong-willed personality and a remarkably bright white coat. This breed are bold, inquisitive, confident, loving, friendly, loyal, intelligent and highly energetic in temperament. They can be stubborn and independent at times.
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