Susan McCullough

Beagles For Dummies

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Produktbeschreibung

Originally bred to hunt in packs, beagles today are more often raised as companion dogs known for their courage, stamina, intelligence, sense of fun, and easy to care for coats. In 2005, they were America s fifth most popular breed, with more than 42,000 puppies registered by the American Kennel Club.

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Covers housetraining, socializing, and exercising your Beagle

Get the scoop on bringing a Beagle home and raising him right

Beagles are fun-loving, cute, and great with kids. Is a Beagle right for you? This essential guide helps you decide, giving you all the basics on the breed. From feeding and grooming to healthcare and training, you get expert advice on making your Beagle's homecoming a success and raising a happy, well-adjusted dog.

Discover how to
Adopt or rescue the right Beagle for you
Beagle-proof your home
Bond with your new friend
Teach basic commands
Address behavior issues
Plan travel with your Beagle in mind

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Wiley & Sons
• 1. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 288
• Erscheinungstermin: 24. November 2006
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 157mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 362g
• ISBN-13: 9780470039618
• ISBN-10: 0470039612
• Artikelnr.: 21405383

Autorenporträt

Susan McCullough is the author of the bestselling Housetraining For Dummies and the award-winning Senior Dogs For Dummies.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction 1
Part I: Getting to Know Beagles 7
Chapter 1: Beagles and You: Made for Each Other? 9
Chapter 2: The Incredible, Lovable Beagle 21
Chapter 3: Gonna Find Me a Beagle 33
Chapter 4: Choosing Your Beagle Soul Mate 47
Part II: Starting Life with Your Beagle 59
Chapter 5: Preparing for Your Beagle's Arrival 61
Chapter 6: Welcoming Your Beagle Home 79
Chapter 7: Beginning a Beautiful Friendship 91
Part III: Caring for Your Beagle 105
Chapter 8: Feeding Your Beagle 107
Chapter 9: Getting Physical: Exercising Your Beagle 121
Chapter 10: Sprucing Up Your Beagle 131
Chapter 11: Managing Your Beagle's Day-to-Day Health 147
Chapter 12: Dealing with Health Issues 163
Chapter 13: Traveling (or Not) with Your Beagle 179
Part IV: Training Your Beagle 191
Chapter 14: Housetraining Your Beagle 193
Chapter 15: Schooling Your Beagle 207
Chapter 16: Rehabbing the Delinquent Beagle 223
Part V: The Part of Tens 235
Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Keep Your Beagle Healthy and Happy 237
Chapter 18: Ten Mistakes You Don't Need to Make with Your Beagle 243
Chapter 19: Ten Unique Beagle Occupations and Activities 249
Appendix: Wanna Know More?
Additional Resources 253
Index 257