So we already had one beagel, and the shelter called saying they had to do "something" with a beagel mix they had there, so he kind of just ended up at my place. The first one is Pete Townshend, and the new addition is Snoop Dog.

R3d,
Nice dogs!

My wife keeps hounding me to get us a dog.
If we get one we should probably get another, to keep each other company when no one is around.

I'm always worried that a dog might get in the pond ... and not be able to get out (steep walls).

Are beagals water dogs?

PG

I'm guessing they would be if they ended up in the pond!! LOL

I honestly don't know. As a breed of hound I would assume they are at least average swimmers, but Mr. Townshend has never been in my pond, so can't say for sure.

They romped and tore the house apart most of last night. Going to hate getting home and seeing what they have managed to destroy while no one was there!! LOL

Derrick

My daughter's Lab mix loves to get in my pond! And I will yell at her....."GET OUT OF THERE" and she will knock rocks down and she just can't get out of there fast enough. But she goes back in there the next time she is in the back yard.

Every time I let the dogs out ( tied German shepard and loose Beagle ) I say, 'pees and poops, stay in the yard, stay out of the pond'. The beagle circles the pond, gets a drink once in awhile but neither dog has gone IN the pond.

Beautiful dogs!...Beagles are not usually too concerned with water. They were mainly breed to hunt rabbits. They are more apt to chase small animals around your yard rather than go wading in your pond. :)

I have four papillons and they love hanging out by the pond. One of them did fall in last year...she was snooping on the back side of the pond, when she noticed my neighbor stepping outside. She forgot she was next to the pond and turned around to run over to bark at her and fell right into the pond. Instead of turning around to go back to the edge, she swam across to the other side where I had to grab her by her collar and pull her out. It was the funniest thing to see! :lol: Other than that they have no interest in going for a swim, they just like to walk around the pond and check out the fish...they also love to sit in the sun by the waterfall.

Dogs don't you just love them!

Beagles aren't water dogs PG. They are hunters. Every beagle that I have known were very smart alert dogs but not ponder's ;)

Cute dogs btw R3D3.

Tia

Awsome dogs!

I have nick named them Lard and Tard.Pete is Lard because he is a little on the fat side, and Snoop Dog is Tard because he is dumber than a post! :lol: ...I can see where any training is going to be a real challenge. :blink:

Derrick

I owned quite a few dogs. I worked at with an animal rescue group for a few years and everytime I would take a dog to my house for the weekend to give him or her a change from the shelter I ended up keeping it. I had a inground pool and most dogs kept away from the water. But I had a few (like EllenR's daughter's dog) who loved the water, always jumping in. It can be hilarious. But at the same time they may hurt the fish unintentionally. So I guess it depends on what kind of dog you get, just ask around for a breed that is not a water dog. Dogs are great company, good for walks, great protection, a whole lotta love, etc etc. But I agree with you, I would get two also for company for each other. Good luck- Great pics of the beagles Route3drummer!

I totally disagree with getting a dog a dog just because it needs company. In my house we've always overlapped dogs, just because that's the way it turned out. I've had two dogs that were total loners. They both had their 'jobs' that they designated on their own, were friendly, and smart. But when they had enough, they had enough..it was either 'put me in the kennel and leave me alone, or I'm in the bedroom and I now own the bed'. My sister was going to get a 2nd dog...for company. TOLD HER NO!!!! Her dog got shifted from 3 households in 2 years and finally landed 'safely' with my sis. She loves being the only child, and feeling secure...getting a 2nd dog would have uprooted her bigtime. Getting a 2nd animal is strictly a one-on-one. Sorry this is long...off my soapbox. :(

Well I guess it depends on the animal. I once had one cat (years ago) that was so lonely from being alone so long that when I finally got home she wouldn't leave me alone. It got a little exasperating but at the same time I understood she was starved for attention or company. My son currently has a boxer dog that is alone for along time, and when he and his wife get home the dog drives them crazy because he wants so much attention. They are now deciding if they should get a 2nd dog or find a new home for the one they have. i always found most animals are happier and more secure with company but i guess its an individual thing.

Congratulations on your new beagle. Your other beagle is obviously very happy to have another dog to play with.

RE: Getting another dog to keep your dog company.

Dogs are social animals. They are generally happier with the company of another dog if their humans are away most of the day.

Some rescue dogs however are very insecure - after all they have lost at least one home and bringing in a new dog might make them feel even more insecure.

Also some breeds are less inclined to want company than others but most of those were meant to be looking after sheep etc so they are not really loners they just don't need other dogs.

If you are going to get a dog and everyone in the household is going to be out all day most days then get 2 at the same time.

If you have lost one dog and want to get another for a dog that is used to having a companion it is best if the second one is younger (not too big an age difference) and preferably of the opposite sex (spayed of course). If it is going to be a rescue dog make sure you take your existing dog to meet the new dog a couple of times before deciding to bring it home so you can see if they get on. We had one occasion where we went to see a dog with intent to adopt but she didn't like our boys so we didn't take her.

One of our dogs does prefer his own company a lot of the time but he just goes to another room or goes outside when he has had enough of the others.

There is an endless supply of dogs needing to be rehomed. Getting the right one for you is just a matter of doing the "homework" to make sure you get the right one. But that is true of getting any new pet.

^If you can't do the above, do this^

Get a mirror, the dog will entertain itself like a betta. But make sure the mirror is out of reach, or the dog may try and smash it.