Puppy Care
How to Care For Your New Olde English Pocket Beagle
The Olde English pocket beagle hosts an abundance of intelligence in a small package, combined with loving, sweet dispositions in a diminutive body, a very fun-loving dog breed that enjoys human company. They are not the diggers and noisemakers that their larger cousins are. Their soft melodious voices are seldom heard. This breed of dog has a strong sense of smell and was often used in hunting a few centuries back. The Olde English Pocket Beagle is an excellent addition to your household.
Puppy-proof Your Home
This is the first step to take before your puppy arrives in order to prevent these miniature breeds of dogs from getting into trouble. Puppy proofing your home involves the following:
- Removing small objects like makeup and coins for example
- Removing your shoes, bags, and clothing from the reach of the puppy
- Wrapping any electrical cords that are within its reach with cord concealer.
Stock Up On Puppy Accessories
Find out what kind of dog food your puppy has been on and stock up on that. You might decide to change his food, and the best way to do that is over time. You will need to get some puppy accessories like bowls (for food and water), a dog bed, toys, harness, tags, and grooming accessories.
How to feed your puppy
Olde English Pocket Beagles will overfeed if you let them. Overfeeding isn’t good for your new puppies because it leads to obesity and diabetes. So you will have to limit what you give them. Start with about a cup of premium kibble that is split into two or three meals. You could opt for what is known as a “fun-feeder bowl.” These kinds of bowls are designed to keep the puppies from eating the food in one bite. You should give the puppy water at each meal and endeavour to keep its bowls clean to avoid bacterial growth.
Vaccination is Vital
You need the services of a seasoned veterinarian for this. It is always best to get your puppy vaccinated as soon as possible. Some breeders advise that you get your puppy vaccinated within the first three days of taking it home. Get the services of a trusted vet doctor and follow their instructions on the required vaccinations and how often they should be taken.
Groom Your puppies
It is not necessary to wash your pocket beagle puppy every day. However, it would help if you brush its coat every other day. Use your hound glove and a flea comb while brushing its coat. The glove removes the shed hair while the flea comb will remove fleas and dirt from the coat of the puppy while you are at it. You should also pay attention to their ears while grooming because they easily get infected when dirty. Also, keep their nails clipped every 6 to 8 weeks. You will need the services of a professional groomer or veterinarian to do this because clipping your pocket beagle puppy’s nail is not a DIY task.
Training Your Puppy
It is best to start potty training of pocket beagle puppy from the very first day. Pocket Beagles are stubborn, so you will need to be patient and creative while training your puppy. Use small rewards and treats when they are a bit stubborn, and most importantly be consistent with your training regime.
Exercise
Once you have completed your puppy’s vaccinations, you can take your new Olde English Pocket Beagle outdoors for exercise. Ensure that you avoid areas where other dogs (those that have not been inoculated) have been. The reason is that your puppy spends most of the time with its nose to the ground. So it is at a high risk of getting infected and keeping them on a leash because they love to wander a lot.
Takeaway
As with any new puppy welcoming your new Olde English Pocket Beagle to his new home can be challenging for both you and your puppy. However, following the step listed above can provide you with the best practices on how to care for your new Olde English Pocket Beagle.
