Beagle
Friendly, curious and ruled by the nose, the Beagle was developed as a scent hound. It is sociable and usually keen to work for food.
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- Bred for
- Tracking game by scent, working in packs
- Typical energy
- Moderate to high
- Size
- Small to medium
Where to start
Usually motivated by food and following scents. Use that in training and keep sessions short and rewarded.
First focus
Practice recall on a long line: once a Beagle finds a scent, it can be hard to compete with.
Next
Use food rewards and scent games, because sniffing is a reward in itself.
Daily habit
Teach "leave it" early and keep your yard and fences secure.
Breed notes describe tendencies in a group of dogs, not your dog. Every dog is an individual, and Dogify does not assess your dog. This is general training information and not a substitute for a qualified professional.
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