How to Train Beagle Puppies

With their floppy ears and clumsy gait, beagles are some of the cutest puppies around. Beagles have been bred for years to be hunting dogs, but they are also loving, loyal and affectionate which makes them great family pets. Proper training as a puppy is very important in order for a beagle puppy to grow into a well-behaved dog.

• House train your puppy. One of the first things a beagle puppy should be taught is to go to the bathroom outside. When a beagle puppy is brought to its new home, it should be taken outside and shown its potty area. When the puppy uses its potty area, provide lavish praise in order to encourage it to repeat this behavior. Using a crate is also a great way to help a beagle learn not to go to the bathroom in the house.


• Socialize a beagle puppy. A beagle puppy is very impressionable during the first few months of life, and it is important to expose it to many different people, sounds, smells and places. Proper socialization will ensure that the beagle grows up feeling comfortable and knowing how to behave around different people and in different situations.


• Give your beagle puppy a lot of exercise. Beagles are very energetic and need a lot of exercise. Providing adequate exercise will allow your beagle puppy to expend excess energy so it is better able to focus on your training sessions.


• Practice positive reinforcement. A beagle puppy that is constantly yelled at or punished may become fearful, antisocial or aggressive.


• Use treats. Beagles have extremely sensitive noses and respond well to food. Using treats will motivate a beagle puppy to learn commands such as sit, stay and down.