Michael Stonewood

The Beagle Michael Stonewood

The Beagle is a small sized breed of scent hound that has been bred for the specific purpose of hunting hare. The Beagle has approximately 220 million scent receptors within its nose - which is over 40 times as many as humans! Due to their incredible sense of smell and ingrained ability to track, the Beagle is often employed as a detection dog within he agriculture and food industries. Breeds similar to the Beagle have existed for the last 2500 years, but the modern day Beagle was developed in the United Kingdom in the early 1800s. Due to its size, good temperament and lack of inherited health issues, the Beagle has become a very popular household pet. Before purchasing any pet it is important to understand that as a pet owner you are responsible for the care and wellbeing of your pet. It is important to try and learn as much as you can about the animal you are considering to keep as a pet to make sure that your lifestyle, household and financial status are suited to provide your pet with the best possible care. This guide has been designed to provide you with both precise and concise information about a Beagle's basic needs to help you provide your pet with the best quality care practices. This guide will give an in-depth explanation on training your Beagle, raising your Beagle from a puppy, grooming, health care and everything in between! "The Beagle: A Complete and Comprehensive Beginners Guide to: Buying, Owning, Health, Grooming, Training, Obedience, Understanding and Caring for Your Beagle," Michael Stonewood is the perfect purchase or gift for a first time Beagle owner. This guide includes sections on caring for a puppy, breeding, health care, training, the basic cost of owning an Beagle and much more. This book is the second edition - the first edition was published by 'Dog Care Professionals.'