hints for training a beagle

[huntr1]

Originally Posted by libby

About 2 months ago we adopted a beagle. He's about a year old, so still a pup, I know. However, I wonder if he'll calm down and when. Are there any tricks specifically for his personality type, meaning a hound? How can we get him to stop bolting for the door every time it opens? I'm afraid he won't come back one of these times.

If you find that positive enforcement doesn't work, I have a remote controlled shock collar you can borrow. It gives a momentary minor shock to get their attention when you push the button and eventually helps correct bad behavior.

[huntr1]

Originally Posted by cattitude

Really? I don't have that problem with any of my Boxers. As soon as she gets the "okay" she is ready to go.

No, you miss my point. When boxer has been told to stay, and knows not to move till "release", then no amount of pulling on a leash will work to get them to move. (I was agreeing with you)

[cattitude]

Originally Posted by huntr1

If you find that positive enforcement doesn't work, I have a remote controlled shock collar you can borrow. It gives a momentary minor shock to get their attention when you push the button and eventually helps correct bad behavior.

[cattitude]

Originally Posted by huntr1

No, you miss my point. When boxer has been told to stay, and knows not to move till "release", then no amount of pulling on a leash will work to get them to move. (I was agreeing with you)

Ahh...but it *should* work on any dog if trained properly. Abbey takes everything very seriously. Biscuit..not so much.

[wharf rat]

Originally Posted by libby

About 2 months ago we adopted a beagle. He's about a year old, so still a pup, I know. However, I wonder if he'll calm down and when. Are there any tricks specifically for his personality type, meaning a hound? How can we get him to stop bolting for the door every time it opens? I'm afraid he won't come back one of these times.

We have 6 beagles ranging from 6 months to 13 years old. They're a stubborn breed but very trainable. I personally wouldn't recommend anyone getting a beagle with out a fence but, with that said, you'll just need to be a little more vigilant with leash training.

Will he calm down? Maybe, but they're busy bodies and need to be kept busy. The more time we spend running our beagles, the better we sleep at night. Our 13 year old sleeps a little more then the rest but not much. They love nothing more then to chase something. A frisbee or tennis ball during the day and lazer pointer at night really helps ours burn some energy.

Specific tricks? Ours can do many different types. You're only limited to your imagination and your pups personality.

Good luck with him.

[remaxrealtor]

Originally Posted by libby

About 2 months ago we adopted a beagle. He's about a year old, so still a pup, I know. However, I wonder if he'll calm down and when. Are there any tricks specifically for his personality type, meaning a hound? How can we get him to stop bolting for the door every time it opens? I'm afraid he won't come back one of these times.

Is he a rescue? I ask because my little guy just turned 1 and he was a local rescue. Same deal, busy, busy, busy and SMART!!!!!

[Callie girl]

Originally Posted by huntr1

If you find that positive enforcement doesn't work, I have a remote controlled shock collar you can borrow. It gives a momentary minor shock to get their attention when you push the button and eventually helps correct bad behavior.

I have one of these for my dog which is a mountain feist and it is wonderful.

Originally Posted by cattitude

I could use some training tips for the boxers if you want to share more

[GallopNTec]

Originally Posted by huntr1

No, you miss my point. When boxer has been told to stay, and knows not to move till "release", then no amount of pulling on a leash will work to get them to move. (I was agreeing with you)

RELEASE THE HOUNDS

[Beelzebaby666]

Thank you for adopting a beagle.. I love min, even if he drives me crazy!!! I got him when he was 1 and he had never been in the house.

He is three now and does very well in the house. Sit, laydown, sit up, no, fetch, you name it, he does it.

Once he's outside, all bets are off That's why he stays on a leash or in his pen during the day. I can let him run after dark and he comes right back to me.

I've been told that beagles settle down after they get to be about two. Work dilligently with him until then and I bet your beagle starts to sleep about 12-14 hours a day

[libby]

We do have a fenced in yard, and thank goodness for that. We don't want to leave him out there alone because we read that they are social, and we want him to develop an attachment to us. He is smart, in that he does stay "down", he does, "sit", and a few other goodies. The bigger problem is that he bolts if he hears the door handle jiggle, and he's gotten out a few times. He won't come back when we call, so I'm worried sick we're going to lose him, especially as the weather turns warm and the 3y/o opens the door.
Additionally, his chewing. It is to be expected, I know. However, I am baffled by the fact that a couch cushion, which he never attempted in his first two months with us, got ripped to smithereens last night. I was mighty upset. I guess I can't take anything for granted, huh? Constant supervision?
Do you stick their noses in (for instance) the couch cushion and say, "NO"?
If we catch him in time and say, "Drop it", he will. It's just that when we're not looking, EEEKK!!