Beagle

Beagle, also known as the Mi Gulu rabbit hunting dog, is a very ancient breed that has been loved by people since the time of King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I.

It is one of the famous dog breeds in the world and belongs to the hunting dog category, but it is the smallest breed among hunting dogs. It is popular in Japan and the United States, ranking fifth in popularity in the United States, and its popularity has been increasing every year.

Beagles are divided into two types (AKC): Southern Hound (larger in size) and Northern Hound (smaller in size).

The name is said to come from the French word "beagle", meaning small. It is regarded as a hunting dog in England and is used specifically for hunting rabbits due to its small size. Hence the title "rabbit hunting dog". Its bark is louder than other hunting dogs, so it is also known as the "bell of the forest".

The Beagle is lively and strong, well proportioned, with excellent physical and olfactory abilities. It can adapt to different terrain conditions and work for long periods without getting tired.

Beagle, originated in ancient Greece. The mixed race of Roman and French people used it as a good helper for hunting rabbits. It was introduced to England in 1066. At that time, the Beagle was very small and often carried in people's pockets, so it was called the pocket Mi Gulu dog. The modern Beagle rabbit hunting dog is also derived from it. The Beagle Club of England was established in 1895, and a few years later it was introduced to the United States. The Beagle rabbit hunting dog is the most famous among all the scent hounds in the United States, and has been widely used in hunting activities since the colonial period. Afterwards, the excellent performance of the Beagle in artificial scent hunting has gained people's trust. After introducing the Beagle to the United States, it has been improved to be slightly smaller in size compared to the Beagle in England.

Because the Beagle is the descendant of the rabbit hunting dog in ancient Greece, it was later trained as a fox hunting dog. They often hunt in groups and have remarkable achievements. Due to the good stability of their physical skills, they have made great contributions as experimental animals for scientific research.

Cute in appearance, lively in personality, small in size, quick in response, easy to train, and this dog is friendly to humans, friendly, and bark is not sharp, but very pleasant to the ears. It is very suitable as a pet dog for families, especially for kind-hearted ladies and those who have more free time.

As a hunting dog, its need for exercise may exceed that of ordinary small dogs, which requires the owner to have sufficient time to take it out for activities every day. Therefore, office workers and elderly people with weak physical strength may not be suitable for keeping it.

1. Heart Disease

Dogs are often prone to heart disease due to obesity and old age. When dogs have heart disease, they may show symptoms such as easy fatigue and difficulty breathing. Heart disease in dogs is difficult to detect and often goes unnoticed until it is too late.

2. Infectious Diseases

Canine distemper and canine parvovirus are common and highly fatal infectious diseases in dogs. Dogs that are not vaccinated in a timely manner are susceptible to these two diseases. Once infected, dogs may exhibit symptoms such as lethargy, decreased appetite, fever, vomiting, and diarrhea.

3. Kidney Disease

Kidney disease is one of the common diseases and symptoms in dogs. The terrifying aspect of kidney disease in dogs is that it often develops without any noticeable symptoms. By the time the owner realizes, the dog's kidney cells may be damaged by more than 75%. Symptoms of kidney disease in dogs typically include bloody urine, abnormal urine color, and changes in urination habits.

4. Parasites

Intestinal worms such as roundworms, hookworms, and heartworms are common parasites that infect dogs. When dogs are infected with intestinal parasites, the main symptoms include weight loss, lethargy, diarrhea with worms, and pale gums. Heartworms are parasites that live in a dog's heart. Infected dogs may experience reduced vitality, coughing, anemia, wheezing, and ascites.

5. Canine Pneumonia

Pneumonia is also a common disease in dogs, but it is often a complication of other diseases. It commonly occurs in dogs with abnormalities in the upper respiratory system, bacterial infections, canine distemper, viral infections, impaired lung function, and heartworm infections. Coughing, nasal discharge, and fever are the main symptoms of canine pneumonia.

When Beagle puppies are on soft gruel, you can add some calcium powder in moderation to feed them, which can help supplement their nutrition. When changing to adult dog food, it is not advisable to switch completely and suddenly. It should be done gradually. In addition, you can also add some boiled carrots, chicken breast, and egg yolks to the dog food, which are not only nutritious but also delicious. Dogs will love them.

Adult dogs usually do not need additional food anymore. Just pay attention to adjusting the feeding amount according to the dog's development, so that the dog can maintain a normal body shape for each age stage. Being slightly lean is even better!

Generally, dogs over the age of seven can start eating dog food specially designed for senior dogs. At this stage, dogs' appetite usually decreases, and their physical abilities weaken, resulting in less exercise, making it easy to become obese. Eating professional dog food is more beneficial for their health.

1. Don't bathe frequently

Bathing the dog, of course, should not be too frequent. The frequency of bathing the dog depends on the dog's hygiene. In hot weather, you can bathe the dog more often. In winter, you can reduce it. But in general, it should not exceed 5 times. Otherwise, it will damage its fur and skin!

2. Brush regularly

Dogs shed almost every day, especially in spring and autumn. If you want their fur to grow well, brushing regularly is an important step. Pet owners can use pet-specific combs to help the dog remove naturally shed fur and avoid tangles. Brush once in the morning and once in the evening, about five minutes each time.

3. Sunbathe

Sunbathing is beneficial for the growth of the dog's fur. In addition to making the fur more shiny, letting the dog sunbathe can also help kill bacteria. During sunbathing, pet owners can let the dog exercise a bit, which can help improve the dog's physical fitness and blood circulation, and promote healthier fur growth.

4. Deworming

Poor fur condition is actually closely related to parasites. Parasites absorb a large amount of nutrients from the dog's body, which leads to competition for nutrients. So deworming is essential. It is recommended to do internal and external deworming together. Deworming drugs can cause serious damage to the dog's gastrointestinal tract, so it is advisable to feed probiotics regularly to relieve gastrointestinal discomfort.

5. Pay attention to diet

In order to have bright and beautiful fur, dogs must have a good nutritional foundation and pay attention to their daily diet. On the one hand, feed the dog nutritious and healthy dog food, choose a brand that is suitable for the dog and provides sufficient nutrition to meet the dog's needs. On the other hand, you can give the dog a moderate amount of lean meat, cooked egg yolks, and vegetable oil, etc.