Beagles: The Essential Guide

by Robert Duffy (Editor)

Overview

There are more than 8 million dogs in the U.K. and the Beagle is one of the most popular breeds. A dog is for life and this book shows you how to give a puppy a good home and how both dog and owner can enjoy the relationship.

The book walks the owner through 'essential things to know' including: microchips; vaccinations; insurance; weight etc.

All aspects of care are covered including: the Beagle as a puppy; the Beagle as a 'teen-ager'; feeding and exercising and dangerous foods to be avoided.

Health issues that might arise such as Ear mites, Ticks and Fleas are addressed and a chapter on first aid for your Beagle is invaluable.

Much more is covered in the book in everyday language that makes it easy to use and understand.

Beagles - The Essential Guide is a must for every owner, or potential owner, of this delightful dog.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781913296179
Publisher:	BXPLANS.LTD
Publication date:	06/15/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	80
File size:	434 KB

About the Author

Robert Duffy has been involved in the printing and publishing business for over 50 years. during that time he has overseen the production of more than 8000 books. Now, semi-retired he spends his time commissioning and editing books for a number of small publishers including need2know books and BX.Plans.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Things to Know About Owning A New Beagle

Microchip

Vaccinations

Pet Insurance

Weight

Exercise

Food

Health

A New Family Member

Chapter 2: The Beagle Puppy

Time to puppy-proof your home

Getting your puppy settled

Give your pup their own space

Family meet & greet

Anxious pup

Puppy food

Toys and chews

House training your pup

Your pup and teething

Puppy training

Puppy obedience

Recall command

Vet visits

Vaccines

Worms, fleas, and ticks

More about vet visits

Chapter 3: The Beagle Teenager

Dog Socialisation

Dog Greeting Ritual

Doggie socialisation

Spay or neuter?

Reasons for spay/neuter

The cons of spay/neuter

What is the recommended age for spay/neuter surgery?

How does spay/neuter surgery work?

Is spay/neuter surgery safe?

When can I breed my dog?

Why microchip my dog?

Behavioural issues

Mounting other dogs

Lead pulling

Snapping and biting

Bad recall

Barking when you are away

Professional help

Books for additional learning

Chapter 4: Exercising & Feeding your Beagle

Feeding schedule

Dry food

Wet food

Is the BARF diet for your dog?

What is the right amount of food?

How many times per day to feed your Beagle

Obese dogs

Keeping the weight off

How to tell if your dog is overweight

Oh no, my dog is overweight

Why is my dog not eating?

Doggie Exercise

Different kinds of harnesses and leads

What is the right amount of exercise for

my Beagle

Mental exercise

Chapter 5: Dangerous Foods for your Beagle

Chocolate – the biggest no-no

Coffee and tea

Onions

Raw Foods

Milk

Bones

Cheese

Sultanas, raisins and grapes

Alcohol

Xylitol

Here are some other items to keep away from your dog

Chapter 6: First Aid for your Beagle

Keep a first aid kit for your dog

What items should I put in the doggy first aid kit?

First aid for dogs

Possible broken bones

If your dog gets hit by a car

Cut paws

When your dog swallows something wrong

A dog attack

Diarrhoea

Giving your dog pills

Fireworks issues

What if a vet is unaffordable?

Chapter 7: Ear Mites, Ticks and Fleas

Signs your dog has fleas

More about fleas

Fleas everywhere

Human flea bite treatment

Ticks

What is a flea?

Search for ticks on your dog

The process of removing ticks

Worms

Dreaded ear mites

Chapter 8: Pet Insurance

Pros of obtaining pet insurance

Cons of obtaining pet insurance

Different kinds of policies

What is the best deal?

What to ask pet insurance companies

Chapter 9: More About Beagles

Be a responsible dog owner

Stolen or lost dogs

Adopting a dog

Travelling with your Beagle

Kennels and dog-sitters

Flying with your Beagle

Dog-friendly holidays

Beagles – Your Loyal Friend For Life