The beagle is a low-maintenance breed. Beagles are hunting dogs and should be kept in a secured yard or on a leash to keep them from running after real or imagined quarries. Follow your veterinarian's recommendations for vaccinating your beagle when you first get him, then get booster vaccinations for him as needed. Consult your veterinarian about flea and tick control products, heartworm medications and worming your dog. If you use treats as rewards while training, break each treat into three or four small pieces and give one piece at a time.
Beagles love to eat and are good beggars.
Brush your beagle several times a week. This breed sheds moderately. Use a hound glove to keep your dog's coat shiny, and a fine-tooth flea comb to remove dirt and excess hair. Wipe out your beagle's ears whenever you brush him to prevent odors and infections. Bathe the dog infrequently.