Beagle Fact
The most important Beagle fact a novice owner should consider is that this breed is more difficult to keep than it seems to be. Beagles portrayed on the TV are very cute, funny, and adorable, but in the wrong hands these small creatures can turn into uncontrollable and manipulative dogs that annoy both the owners and the neighbors. Prior to purchasing a Beagle, it’s essential to make sure that it’s the right breed for you and for your family.
There are many Beagle fact sheets on the Internet that help get a basic idea of the breed’s typical personality. It’s very important to read as much as you can find on the breed to be ready to face possible problems. For instance, Beagles are very active and even hyperactive. To burn off their energy, they should be exercised every day for several hours. A short walk or a play in the yard is not enough for a scent hound that needs to get out and sniff. Without enough physical and mental exercise, Beagles become nervous, capricious, destructive, and difficult to live with. As for training a Beagle puppy, it can take much time. Though very clever, Beagles are self-assured and stubborn. They respond only to positive motivation and cannot stand drill and repetitive exercise.
Though Beagles are good with children and will never injure a child, they should not be left unsupervised with babies and toddlers. It’s a sad Beagle fact, but many Beagles are bought as presents for kids. Presenting a living being is absolutely wrong, because the child should be prepared for the responsible ownership. If the child doesn’t like the breed or doesn’t want to spend time cleaning up after the puppy and housebreaking it, the parents will have to provide the majority of dog care.
Another thing to consider is the financial side of Beagle ownership. The purchasing price of a purebred dog can be rather high, but it is just a beginning. It’s a Beagle fact that owning a purebred dog or puppy of this breed requires spending about $1000 per year on quality food, vet services, toys, and equipment.
