Beagle (eBook)

Elaine Waldorf Gewirtz is the author or contributor of several books including Dogs: The Ultimate Care Guide. She's also a multiple winner of the Dog Writers' Association of America's Maxwell Award for Excellence.

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.