The first official American Kennel Club publication dedicated to everyone's favorite little hound, Meet the Beagle celebrates this very special dog and offers owners a reliable, authoritative and entertaining handbook.Look inside, and you will find:A snapshot of the Beagle, focusing on the special traits that make the happy-go-lucky, tail-wagging Beagle such a unique and fun companion dogA buyer's guide, assisting new owners in selecting a reputable breeder and choosing a healthy, sound puppy, as well as how to register the puppy with the AKCA complete training primer, offering the most successful and effective ways to house-train the Beagle, a solid plan for obedience training and an introduction to the Canine Good Citizen programAn accessible and realistic diet and exercise program, geared toward keeping the food-loving Beagle slim, well nourished and happyAn up-to-date health care schedule, detailing the necessary steps owners much take to find a good veterinarian, vaccinate against prevalent diseases and protect pets from parasites and potential problems.A playlist of fun activities, from dogs shows to obedience and agility trails, tracking, and field trails to sharing your affectionate, well-socialized therapy Beagle with residents and patients in hospitals and retirement centers.