Common Beagle Grooming Activities
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Staving off Ear Mites and Ear Infections
A beagles long ears are perhaps the most recognizable and adorable feature. However the breed's ears
serve as a desired host by ear mites. A Beagles ears should be checked every two weeks for any signs of
infection, excessive hairs or waxy build-up. Infected ears can be a chronic beagle problem and the ensuing
smell can be a quick show stopper. This is such a concern, that we've created a special section on
Beagle Ear Infections.
Brushing the Coat:
Although the Beagle's coat is short and is in no danger of tangling or getting madded, there
are benefits to brushing this type of dog. Being brushed once or twice per week helps to
keep your pet's coat and skin healthy. With Beagles being moderate shedders, brushing
them also helps to control the amount of hair that winds up on your floors, furniture and
clothing. Recommended brush types are the soft-bristle ones.
What to remember: The most effective brushing style is to brush the dog's entire body in the direction of
the dog's pet growth. BeagleProl.com suggests using the following tools to brush a Beagle's short and thick
coat.
1. Medium-bristled brush for long strokes.
2. Fine-toothed comb to be used for removing excess hair after brushing.
3. Dog Glove Brush: After combing, you use this to improve the coat's shine.
4. Rake: This tool cuts down on shedding because its rubber nubs pull dead hair out of the coat.
Tip: Rewarding your Beagle with treats for staying still and allowing you to work on his feet, muzzle and ears
is a great idea.
Bath time:
We've met few Beagles that seem to enjoy the bathing process. May owners of this breed will attest that
they've used as much if not more energy trying to keep a Beagle in the tub or shower than they do on the
scrubbing part. The experts at Beagles For Dummies, insist that one bath per month suits this breed's
needs.
It's good to use a dog specific shampoo. A tearless puppy shampoo is recommended unless the dog has
fleas that you're needing to get rid of. Protecting the Beagle's ears is very important. Because of that, you
should take great efforts to limit the amount of water that gets in a Beagles ears. Placing a cotton ball in your
dog's ears will help to keep the water out. Beagle ears hang down so far that the air circulation is limited.
Therefore this breed's ears don't dry very well and infections can easily form. Check out how to combat
Beagle itchy and stinky ears.
Note: Sometimes the curious and exploring Beagle just can't help rolling around it some foul substance
that it may have discovered. Those fouled up moments warrant extra baths.
Cleaning Those Begging Beagle Eyes:
A soft wash cloth is suggested for cleaning a Beagle's eyes. According to BeaglePro.com, you should look
for a discharge that may be causing a discoloration under or around your Beagle's eyes. Excessive
discharge indicates a possible health issue and may warrant a trip to the vet.
Clipping a Beagle's Nails:
It's suggested that a Beagle's nails be trimmed every six weeks. It is important not to cut a dog's nails too
short. You must avoid cutting the quick which is a blood vessel inside each nail. It's better to use dog nail
clippers instead of human. Also have Styptic powder or gel available to stop the bleeding if you wind up
cutting his nails to short.
Brushing a Beagle's Teeth:
As soon as your dog's baby teeth have fallen out it is time to start brushing his permanent teeth. Crest and
Colgate are not options since doggie toothpaste is recommended. You can use a human toothbrush, but a
baby's size is suggested. A gauze rag can also be used to wipe their teeth. It is suggested by the experts
that you clean your dog's teeth at least twice per month.
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