Beagle

As one of America's best-loved icons, Snoopy helped catapult the Beagle to the top of the AKC's most-registered list in the 1950s, where he proudly remains more than half a century later. The Beagle is a marvelous little creature with a natural appeal and inner beauty all his own. His gentle and pleading eyes are a window to his soul, and his kind, fun-loving nature makes him a wonderful family pet.
Packed with full-color photographs, this fun and practical guide gives you everything you need to make your relationship with your best friend even better. Inside, you'll find:Characteristics to look for when choosing a Beagle
A list of supplies you'll need before you bring him home
Advice on grooming, feeding, and training
A reproducible pet-sitter chart to keep track of important information

Part I: The World of the Beagle. Chapter 1: What Is a Beagle? Something Like a Hound Dog. The Ideal Beagle. Chapter 2: Beagle History. Hounds in England. The Beagle in America. Forming a Beagle Club. The Busy Beagle. Chapter 3: Why Choose a Beagle? What's Regal About a Beagle? What's Not to Like About a Beagle? Chapter 4: Choosing Your Beagle. So Many Choices. Puppy, Adolescent, or Adult? Where Do You Get a Beagle? Picking a Healthy Puppy. Part II: Caring for Your Beagle. Chapter 5: Getting Ready for Your Beagle. Home Makeover: Beagle Edition. Puppy-Proofing Your Home. Beagle Stuff. Puppy Essentials. Bringing Beagleman Home. Chapter 6: Feeding Your Beagle. How Hounds Were Fed. Commercial Dog Foods. Reading Dog Food Labels. Homemade Diets. Dangerous Foods. Avoiding Beagle Bulk. Chapter 7: Grooming Your Beagle. Grooming Supplies. Giving the Brush-Off. A Good Soak. Dental Care. Nail Salon. The Ears Have It. Getting Rid of Pests. Making Your Environment Flea Free. Chapter 8: Keeping YourBeagle Healthy. Choosing Your Veterinarian. Preventive Care. Internal Parasites. Beagle Health Problems. Common Canine Health Problems. It's an Emergency! When to Call the Veterinarian. How to Make a Canine First-Aid Kit. Part III: Enjoying Your Beagle. Chapter 9: Training Your Beagle. Understanding Builds the Bond. Practical Commands for Family Pets. Training for Attention. Teaching Cooperation. Chapter 10: Housetraining Your Beagle. Your Housetraining Shopping List. The First Day. Confine Your Pup. Watch Your Pup. Accidents Happen. Scheduling Basics. Appendix: Learning More About Your Beagle. Some Good Books. Magazines. DVDs. Clubs and Registries. Web Sites. Index.