Features of keeping a beagle in an apartment

Bigley is a breed that was developed for hunting hares. Dogs are stubborn and hardy, they took the trail even when it rained, 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. One has only to take proper care of them and not forget about the decent upbringing of puppies.

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

• Dogs are extremely friendly and treat any person well. They will rejoice at the arrival of guests, they will become the best friend of the children. If the 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, quickly make friends with them.
• If there are children in the family who need a nanny, the dog will be able to take on this responsibility. Beagle, like a small child, loves 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, they constantly follow them, as they want to see what exactly family members are doing. Therefore, their owners will never feel lonely if they are left alone in the apartment.
• Most often, dogs are neat and tidy, 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 downsides to keep in mind.

• Puppies are very hyperactive and inquisitive, trying to try everything that is around them. Bigley and in adulthood remain so, if the owner can not wean them from this habit. If you do not put things away, they will be gnawed.
• 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 need attention. If you do not take into account this fact, the animal is able to turn the house into a real nightmare. Wallpaper will be ripped off, baseboards will be torn off, and furniture will be gnawed by strong teeth.
• Dogs have coarse hair that constantly falls out, so you will often have to do general cleaning, during which a large amount of hair is collected. If you don't sweep the floor every day, you might see a not-so-pretty "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 in any way, the pet can chew on his shoes, furniture or go to the toilet where this cannot be done.
• Despite the fact that 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.
• The beagle loves to eat. If the owner only once gives the dog something from the table, she will constantly beg for treats not only from him, but also from the guests who come.

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

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

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

So that the curiosity of the animal does not harm the owner's things, they should be removed away to places that are inaccessible to the dog. Medicine, cosmetics, food and any gadgets should be placed in cabinets that should be closed. It is also important to hide the wires in cable channels. The dog must not enter an un-glazed balcony.

There are some basic rules for keeping dogs.

• Taking care of your pet is not too difficult. It should be washed 3-5 times a year using a short-haired dog shampoo. If during the walk the beagle gets its fur dirty (which happens quite often), you should gently wipe the paws and other areas with a damp washcloth. Some people quickly rinse the dog in the shower and then wipe it dry.
• The ears of dogs of this breed require painstaking care, otherwise they can get sick. It should be cleaned every 7 days with a cotton swab. After walking, the ears are examined for dirt and parasites. The eyes of animals should be shiny and clean.If there is any discharge, you need to get rid of them using a cotton swab or cotton pad dipped in tea leaves. Some people use chamomile decoction. If the problems are more serious, for example, redness, swelling, mucus, you should immediately contact a specialist.
• After walks, the paw pads are checked, on which there should be no damage. If there are wounds, they are treated with a special ointment. The Beagles living in the apartment do not grind their claws well, so you need to cut them. This is done with cutting pliers, which can be purchased at a specialist store.
• The Beagle is a dog that tries to taste literally everything, not only in the house, but also on the street. To avoid oral diseases, you need to brush your pet's teeth every 30 days. The paste should be purchased at the pet store as regular paste is not suitable for dogs.

To prevent your pet from destroying the apartment, you need to walk it for about 2-3 hours a day. He not only goes to the toilet, but also throws out the energy that he has accumulated. In order for the dog to walk fully, you need to participate in games with it. It is better if the owner can take his pet out of town (to the forest or to the dacha) 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 is no reward treat in the hands of a person. Hunter instinct will prevail over training. If the dog walks up to its fullest, runs across the open space, it will behave more calmly indoors.

It is worth teaching the puppy not to sleep on the owner's bed. If you just take pity on the dog and take it to your bed, it will constantly climb onto the bed and will not even look at its own place. Even if you feel sorry for your pet, looking into his sad eyes, you need to send the dog to his place.

Dogs are quite smart, easily amenable to training, but only if the owner gives some kind of treat for the execution of commands. If a person does not have yummy in his hands, the dog pretends that he is very stupid and does not understand anything. And if there are children nearby, he will not listen to the owner and 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 learn only if the owner has a firm, moderately stern voice. Do not scream and scold the dog too much, as it can do the opposite, after all, stubbornness is the main feature of her character.

Hosts should be prepared for the most difficult period from 5 months in upbringing. At this age, puppies are very capricious, therefore, before 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. It is quite difficult to educate dogs of this breed, you should stock up on a lot of strength and iron endurance.

Bigley can't concentrate on training, as there are many more interesting things around. In order for a pet to be interested in training, you need to train it in a game format. Education should be given 10-15 minutes 2-3 times a day.

If the puppies are active and obedient, they should be given a treat, but not sweet or salty. First, the dog must learn basic commands, for example, "Fu!", "Toilet!" and "Location!" They will help your pet learn how to behave indoors. Later, the owner can move on to more complex instructions: "Give your paw!" and so on.This will help keep your dog clean after walking.

Judging by the reviews that 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 a cat. Therefore, if there are felines in the house, it is better not to have a dog of this breed. Pets will constantly fight, run from room to room and will surely ruin something.

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

In the next video you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the beagle breed.