A Guide to Your Beagle Puppy

There are few things cuter – and harder to resist - than a new litter of Beagle puppies. With beseeching eyes and ears that are much too big for their bodies, it is no wonder that the Beagle has maintained its popularity for many years. However, like any new pet, you need to know what you are getting into before you bring that adorable bundle of fur home from the breeder.

There are positives and negatives to owning a Beagle, and it is best to educate yourself to both of them so that you are completely prepared to raise that pup into the perfect family pet. By planning ahead for the arrival of your Beagle puppy, you will be better able to handle those challenging early months when the bulk of your training will take place. And meeting those puppy challenges head-on will help to ensure that your Beagle grows into a furry member of your family that everyone will enjoy.
When you are looking at a litter of Beagle puppies, it may seem close to impossible to choose just one adorable face from the bunch. However, taking the time to select properly will make a world of difference in whether your puppy training motors along at a reasonable pace or meets up with many roadblocks along the way. Once you have chosen the right puppy for your family, the training will begin almost as soon as you put the little fur ball down in the entryway of your home.

Beagle puppies are intelligent creatures, but they can also run on the stubborn side. This can bring a host of challenges to the training process if you are not prepared to meet the Beagle will head-on. First, establish the rules of your household early and consistently. If you don’t want your Beagle to sleep on your bed, don’t let him, ever, even the first couple of nights, when his lonely cries are keeping up the whole house. Pick your battles with your Beagle puppy, but then win the ones you choose. Your dog will learn to respect you as the leader of his new pack.
Choosing your Beagle puppy from the litter is not an easy process. Some folks might suggest that you let the puppy pick the owner, but this rarely works as an effective means of choosing your pet. The problem with this theory is that the first Beagle puppies that will approach you are probably going to be the boldest dogs of the bunch, which may not be the easiest dogs to train. You also want to be careful of the shyer dogs of the litter, since these Beagle puppies may grow into adult dogs with a skittish personality and a tendency to snap.

Your best bet in selecting from a litter of Beagle puppies is to find one that is curious and friendly, but doesn’t feel the need to be first to new visitors or the food bowl. A healthy, happy puppy is one that will romp at your feet and chew on your shoelaces. He may climb into your lap for some bonding time and then bound away to wrestle with one of his littermates. These are generally the best dogs to select as family pets in a bustling household.