There are few things cuter – and harder to resist - than a new litter of Beagle puppies. With beseeching eyes and ears that are much too big for their bodies, it is no wonder that the Beagle has maintained its popularity for many years. However, like any new pet, you need to know what you are getting into before you bring that adorable bundle of fur home from the breeder.

There are positives and negatives to owning a Beagle, and it is best to educate yourself to both of them so that you are completely prepared to raise that pup into the perfect family pet. By planning ahead for the arrival of your Beagle puppy, you will be better able to handle those challenging early months when the bulk of your training will take place. And meeting those puppy challenges head-on will help to ensure that your Beagle grows into a furry member of your family that everyone will enjoy.
The adorable bundle of fur that you choose from the breeder will quickly turn into a fuzzy handful when you bring him home. Beagles are intelligent creatures that also tend to have a stubborn streak that brings some challenges to the training table. This is why it is important to select your Beagle puppy from the rest of the litter with care, paying attention to his temperament and personality characteristics. It is also why you need to establish house rules from the first minute that your Beagle puppy sets a paw down in your house.

Beagle puppies are natural pack animals, and will want to determine their place in their new pack with your family. You need to establish yourself as the leader of the pack, and the sooner you can do that, the better! Keep in mind that Beagles do not respond well to punishment training, however. Your best course of training for this type of dog is to use a few treats when he abides by your rules. Beagle puppies are always ready to enjoy a treat.
Choosing your Beagle puppy from the litter is not an easy process. Some folks might suggest that you let the puppy pick the owner, but this rarely works as an effective means of choosing your pet. The problem with this theory is that the first Beagle puppies that will approach you are probably going to be the boldest dogs of the bunch, which may not be the easiest dogs to train. You also want to be careful of the shyer dogs of the litter, since these Beagle puppies may grow into adult dogs with a skittish personality and a tendency to snap.

Your best bet in selecting from a litter of Beagle puppies is to find one that is curious and friendly, but doesn’t feel the need to be first to new visitors or the food bowl. A healthy, happy puppy is one that will romp at your feet and chew on your shoelaces. He may climb into your lap for some bonding time and then bound away to wrestle with one of his littermates. These are generally the best dogs to select as family pets in a bustling household.

She has grown to love this breed of dog above all others. The love for the breed, especially Beagle puppies, is what has inspired this author to share her knowledge with others so that they can know the joy of owning these dogs as well. If you are thinking of getting a Beagle for your family, it is important to learn all you can about how to choose the right Beagle puppy for you and how to care for and train your new pet.

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