Features of the content of the beagle in the apartment

Beagles is a breed that was bred to hunt hares. Dogs are stubborn and hardy, they took a trace even when it was raining, and did not leave it until the prey was caught. Despite the fact that these animals are born hunters, they feel quite comfortable in the apartment. It is only necessary to properly care for them and do not forget about the decent education of puppies.

Like any other dog breed, the beagle has both positive and negative qualities. Of the advantages, there are several.

• Dogs are extremely friendly, treat any person well. They will rejoice at the arrival of guests, become the best friend of children. If a person who came to visit the owner of the beagle has food with him, the pet will adore him. Animals of this breed will not bark when they hear the sound of a door opening. If there are other dogs in the house, the new pet will only be glad of this fact, make friends with them quickly.
• If there are children in the family who need a nanny, the dog will be able to take on this responsibility. Beagles, like a small child, likes games, so they will find a common language without any problems. Dogs do not offend small owners, they allow them to do whatever they want.
• Animals are very much attached to their owners, constantly follow them, because they want to see what family members do. Therefore, their owners will never feel lonely if they remain in the apartment alone.
• Most often, dogs are neat and clean, so they will not spread unpleasant odors. But for this you should pay attention to the health of the animal, as well as monitor its hygiene.

But there are also disadvantages to keep in mind.

• Puppies are very hyperactive and curious, try to try everything that is around them. Beagles and in adulthood remain so if the owner can not wean them from this habit. If you do not take things away, they will be nibbled.
• Pets suffer from loneliness, so it is not recommended to leave them alone in the apartment for a long time. They need care, and often dogs require attention. If this fact is not taken into account, an animal can turn a house into a real nightmare. The wallpaper will be torn off, the skirting boards torn off, and the furniture gnawed by strong teeth.
• Dogs have coarse hair that constantly falls out, so you will often have to carry out general cleaning, during which a large amount of wool is collected. If you do not sweep the floor daily, you will see a not-too-beautiful “wool” carpet. This also applies to sofas and other furniture.
• The stubborn breed is incredibly vindictive, animals always get what they want. If the owner offends his pet with anything, the pet can chew on his shoes, furniture or go to the toilet where you can’t do this.
• Despite the fact that the beagles are quite friendly to people, they really do not like small animals. They are aggressive towards cats, hamsters and other rodents, birds and other small pets. Dogs consider them easy prey.
• Beagle loves to eat. If the owner only once gives the dog something from the table, she will beg for goodies all the time not only from him, but also from the incoming guests.

Before the puppy arrives in the new house, it is necessary to organize his own place for him. It can be done in a bright corner of the room, where people are often. Better to choose places without drafts and those that are located away from the battery. A comfortable lounger is placed there or a comfortable house is placed that would fit the dog in size.

It is not too easy to train your pet in any one place. Most often, he rushes around the house, and then falls asleep where he is tired. If the dog has independently chosen some place, it is necessary to place its couch there. And also for the pet a small amount of toys is purchased. Some of them are laid on a couch, others are distributed around the apartment. They are needed so that in the absence of owners the dog does not try various things on the tooth.

You can keep the beagles in a cage if the apartment is quite large. The dog will not be opposed to such a “home”, as in the kennels small puppies are in the aviary. You can close your pet in a cage before you leave home for a long time. But do not forget to put all the toys and a bowl filled with water inside.

To prevent the curiosity of the animal from harming the owner’s things, you should remove them away to places that are not accessible to the dog. Medicines, cosmetics, food and any gadgets should be placed in cabinets that must be closed. It is also important to hide the wires in the cable channels. The dog must not enter the unglazed balcony.

There are several basic rules for keeping dogs.

• Looking after your pet is not too difficult. It should be washed 3-5 times a year, using shampoo for dogs of short-haired breeds. If during the walk the beagle stained its coat (which happens quite often), gently wipe the paws and other areas with a damp washcloth. Some quickly rinse the dog in the shower, and then wipe it dry.
• Painful care is required behind the ears of dogs of this breed, otherwise they may become ill. Once every 7 days, clean them with a cotton swab. After walking, the ears are inspected for contamination and parasites. The eyes of animals must shine and be clean.If there is any discharge, you need to get rid of them using a cotton swab or a cotton pad soaked in tea leaves. Some use chamomile broth. If the problems are more serious, for example, redness, swelling, the appearance of mucus, you should immediately contact a specialist.
• After walking, the paw pads are checked, on which there should be no damage. If there are wounds, they are treated with a special ointment. Beagles living in an apartment do not grind their claws well, so you need to cut them. This is done with pliers, which can be purchased at a specialized store.
• A beagle is a dog that tries to taste literally everything not only in the house, but also on the street. To prevent oral diseases, you need to brush your pet's teeth every 30 days. Pasta should be bought at a pet store, as regular is not suitable for dogs.

To prevent the pet from crushing the apartment, you need to walk it for about 2-3 hours a day. He not only goes to the toilet, but also spills out the energy that he has accumulated. In order for the dog to fully walk, you need to participate in games with her. It is better if the owner can take his pet out of town (to the forest or to the cottage) once a week, where the animal can run.

On the street, the pet will not remember the commands that the owner taught him, since there are no goodies in the person’s hands. Hunter instinct will prevail before training. If the dog walks around enough, runs over the open space, it will behave more calmly indoors.

It is worth accustoming the puppy to the fact that you can not sleep on the owners' bed. If you just regret the dog and take her to bed, she will constantly climb onto the bed and will not even look at her own place. Even if you feel sorry for the pet, looking in his sad eyes, you must send the dog in his place.

Dogs are pretty quick-witted, they can easily be trained, but only if the owner gives some kind of delicacy for the execution of commands. If a person has no yummy in his hands, the dog pretends to be very stupid and does not understand anything. And if there are children nearby, he will not listen to the owner and will pay attention to other, more interesting things for him.

It is important to teach him to be neat, to observe hygiene and to wean the animal from spoiling furniture and clothing. Puppies are trained only if the owner has a solid, moderately strict voice. Do not scream too much and scold the dog, as she can do the opposite, because stubbornness is the main feature of her character.

The owners should be prepared for the fact that the period from 5 months is the most difficult in education. At this age, puppies are very moody, so before the onset of this period it is better to make it clear to the animals who is the boss in the house and whose commands must be followed. Raising dogs of this breed is quite difficult, it should be stocked up with a lot of strength and iron endurance.

Beagles cannot focus on training, as there are many more fun things around. To still have a pet's interest in training, you need to train him in the format of the game. Education should be given 10-15 minutes 2-3 times a day.

If puppies are active and obedient, they should be given a treat, but not sweet and not salty. First, the dog must learn basic commands, for example, "Fu!", "Toilet!" and "Place!" They will help your pet learn how to behave indoors. Later, the owner may proceed to more complex directions: “Give me a paw!” and by the way.This will help to monitor the cleanliness of the dog after walking.

Judging by the reviews that the dog owners leave, the beagle feels pretty good in the apartment. But if the owners do not want to spend a lot of energy to raise an obedient dog, and also do not want to put up with spoiled furniture and shoes, it is worth buying a puppy of a different breed. To get along with such a dog, a person must be as patient as possible.

Beagles will not be friends with a cat or cat. Therefore, if there are feline animals in the house, it is better not to start a dog of this breed. Pets will constantly fight, run around the rooms and be sure to ruin something.

The animals are friendly and incredibly loyal. But for a pet to bring only positive emotions, you need to properly train and educate him. If the dog does not clearly know where its place is, what it can do and what cannot, living together with it may not be too pleasant.

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