If there’s one thing that should be done right after your puppy arrived home, that would be beagle puppy training. Training does not necessarily mean teaching him complicated or advance tricks immediately. During your pup’s first few days at home, training sessions should be usually about helping him get accustomed to the new atmosphere he’s into.
Being familiar with the breed and puppies on the whole will help you better understand the complexities of dog training. Here are some puppy facts you should know:
- Beagles, having been bred for hunting, have keen sense of smell and tracking instinct. Hence it wouldn’t be a wonder if you will see your five-month old beagle puppy chasing birds, squirrels or other smaller animals he run into. He may even chase cars and other passersby if he feels like doing so. It is therefore important that you train your puppy to get rid of the behavior upon spotting the first few symptoms of it.
- Since they’ve got keen sense of smell, it is not unusual for a beagle to poke through your rubbish and look for something that can catch his interest. But obviously, the garbage can isn’t the right place for your pet, right? No matter how fancy or expensive your garbage can is, it’s still a garbage can. It may contain stuff that can potentially result in choking, stomach upset and poisoning. Use garbage can with top cover and lock or better yet, don’t give him access to the area where your garbage is placed.
- The normal lifespan of a beagle is around 12 to 15 years. Nevertheless, some dogs, particularly those who were bred irresponsibly, may develop various health issues like hypothyroidism, epilepsy, hip dysplasia and a variety of eye disorders. To avoid these problems, make sure to bring home only top quality pups. On the other hand, if you are adopting from a rescue, it helps to frequently check and observe his health condition. Watch out for early signs and seek out your vet’s advice if you feel that something is going on with him.
This article may have failed to focus on what distinct method is useful, but knowing these facts will surely help you find out the right dog training approach for your beagle.