
31-10-2008, 05:04 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2008
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Re: Beagle pup obsessed with cups of coffee!
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Originally Posted by yellvis
Hi, I'm new to the site and new to owning a beagle. We got Milo (aged almost 5 months) 6 days ago and he's settled in without any fuss - learnt to sit, come, lie down and getting there with toilet outside. He's also very good when we are eating our meals (we eat before him) as he never jumps up or begs. However he goes crazy when we sit down and have a cup of tea or coffee, and when guest come round and have a drink. He tries to jump up and get to the mug. We firmly tell him "No!" and "Down!" but he continues to try it so we have to put him in another room and ignore him.
Anybody got any ideas why he does this? How to stop him? Is it the aroma of the coffee?? 
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I applaud you on taking on a Beagle for your first dog as they can be so challenging to train.My friend bought a Beagle as her first dog;knowing nothing and she has many problems with him.As her friend I have learned not to advise as of course she knows best.Having learnt the breed I know they are very persistant to get attention.Well done on your training with him,just remember training is for life.When you decide to have your coffee he needs to learn this is your time,and before he receives any attention he should be calm and focused.If he has a spot in the same room as your coffee break try a pigs ear-make it a spot where he is occupied and drinking your coffee will become a bore for him.Its like my friend when shes on the phone he will jump on her and demand until she gives in and rewards him with affection.Big mistake.He has now taken lead of the situation.Have you tried ignoring when he jumps up and turning your back to him?Even by saying no or down,he is still receiving attention from you which means he has won.Try and tell your guests to do the same as he must learn this is your time and when you have finished your cuppa take him outside and have a play,so lomg as he has behaved and has been calm whilst you have your down time.Down the track you could try drawing an invisible line that he cant cross but can see you.Teaching him to wait,or stay at that line is always a good command.Teach him boundaries and remember you are in charge.Be persisant and patient.Dont give up because Beagles wont.You dont need to be harsh,just patient and practise.Sounds like you are doing all the right things from a trainers point of view and doing way better than many people in my classes because of your training.Keep it up and well done.
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