The Beagle Handbook

NEW for 2021! A-Z from the experts on training & caring for your Beagle from puppy to old age. The Beagle Handbook is the No.1 training guide for Beagles. Beagles have both brains AND beauty. They are striking, clever, loving, loyal, lively, & lots of FUN! They are also typical hounds, so they can be a bit stubborn - & slow to obedience & housetrain. The trick is to persuade them that what YOU want them to do is actually what THEY want to do! Canine author Linda Whitwam & 14 Beagle experts teach you step-by step how to raise & train your Beagle right from Day 1. When it comes to training, Beagles think differently to other dogs. Specialist Beagle trainer Kellie "The Beagle Lady" Wynn shares her secrets for creating the well-behaved Beagle. Learn what EVERY Beagle puppy needs that you won't read in other books. Learn the best way to teach The Recall to your Beagle, & how to deal with typical Beagle issues such as nipping, resource guarding & barking. This book, part of the Canine Handbooks, Amazon's leading Dog Breed Series, covers EVERYTHING you need to know, including: Bringing Puppy Home Crate Training Best Beagle Housetraining Methods Obedience Training Leaving Your Puppy Exercising Puppies & Adults Socialisation Understanding What Makes Beagles Tick Typical Beagle Behaviour A-Z on Beagle Health Feeding Grooming Dealing With Allergies Beagle Rescue Caring for Seniors If you haven't got your puppy yet, there's a detailed chapter on how to spot good & bad breeders & then how to choose a healthy pup with a good temperament. Throughout the book, 12 top breeders share their personal experiences of what works & what doesn't work with Beagles. NOTE: The Beagle Handbook is printed in black & white to make it affordable for all. THE FULL COLOUR BEAGLE HANDBOOK, ISBN: 979-8514030941, is also available from Amazon. A happy, well-trained Beagle is a wonderful addition to any household; this book teaches you how to achieve that.

The experts at Kennel Club Books present the world's largest series of breed-specific canine care books. Each critically acclaimed Comprehensive Owner's Guide covers everything from breed standards to behavior, from training to health and nutrition. With nearly 200 titles in print, this series is sure to please the fancier of even the rarest breed!

Beagles are classic hound dogs with a long history of popularity as animal companions. Though they’ve grown in size since our ancestors hunted with these dogs, they’ve continued to be loyal, expressive, curious, and intelligent companions to their human pack mates. This guide outlines the long, rich history of this majestic breed and provides information to ensure a continued long and happy future for the breed. Thinking of adding a Beagle to your family? Make sure you know the difference between the two varieties of Beagles first. Have you recently taken the plunge and got one of these beautiful hounds? Learn exactly what you need to know to ensure your pup’s transition into its new home is seamless. From the first few days of being an anxious new pup parent to the many mornings filled with playful (but loud) howling, this book will guide you on every step of your journey as a Beagle owner and make sure you survive the first year of training this sometimes-stubborn dog breed. This book is your go-to source for : Choosing the right Beagle for you and your family Making your Beagle feel at home Keeping your Beagle healthy Ensuring safety and fun during playtime Keeping your Beagle looking its best Learn exactly what you need to know to keep your Beagle fit and healthy. These pups are prone to obesity and need to be trained with food. Inside these pages are the training methods you need to be sure your Beagle is as hardy and well-trained. Chapters include basic and advanced topics such as: What to know before choosing a Beagle Choosing a Beagle Preparing your Home for your Beagle Bringing Home your Beagle Being a Puppy Parent Housetraining Socializing with People and Animals Beagles and Your Other Pets Physical and Mental Exercise Training your Beagle Playtime with your Beagle Basic Commands Dealing with Unwanted Behaviors Traveling with Beagles Nutrition Grooming your Beagle Basic Health Care Advanced Beagle Health and Aging Dog Care Beagles are incredibly smart dogs, so make sure you’re prepared to creatively combat their naturally mischievous nature and avoid having a misbehaved dog with the behavioral information and tips written for Beagle owners by a Beagle owner.

Expert dog trainer, Alex Seymour, writes in a fun and entertaining way about Beagles while 30 expert breeders and vets were actively involved in contributing and being involved in the making of this book. This book is full of useful quotes giving advice and tips from the world's top breeders who between them have hundreds of years of experience.

Your Beagle Puppy Month by Month, written by a veterinarian, a trainer, and a breeder team, provides readers with everything they need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure their playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. Coverage includes information on what to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home, the necessary vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them, and when a trip to the vet is needed. Also included: • Instructions on making potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. • Discussion on why and how to crate train and what to do when your puppy cries at night. • Knowing when to teach your puppy is ready to learn basic commands and how to go about leash training. • Socialization: why it's necessary, when it should happen, and how to make sure it does. • Exercising and feeding your puppy appropriately to ensure he stays physically and mentally healthy. • When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works. • How and how often to bathe your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth. • What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.

This handbook offers detailed advice for owners of this cheerful breed, which is adaptable as a hunter or a household pet. Photos and line drawings.

An easy introduction to the traits of beagles and why they are so much fun to be around.

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