Appearance of the Beabull
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Beabulls are medium-sized, solidly built dogs with short tails and legs. They have strong, lean bodies, soft ears and wrinkles. They are strongly undershot, like their Bulldog relative, with long muzzles and a broad, black nose. Beabulls have short, stiff hair and a thick coat, which comes in the following colors: brown, gold, white, brindle, merle, spotted, spotted. An average male Beabull weighs between 18 and 27 kilos and measures between 35.5 and 40.5 centimeters. Females are smaller, weighing 13.5 to 23 kilos and usually measuring 30.5 to 33 centimeters. |
Temperament of the Beabull
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In addition to their attractive appearance, Beabulls have a pleasant temperament: they're friendly, affectionate and charming. They are intelligent dogs, with an independent, mischievous streak that comes from their Beagle parent. They are strong and alert, like their Bulldog parent, playful and devoted. In short, the blend of these two interesting breeds produces an affectionate, docile and comical dog that makes an excellent family dog. They're the perfect combination of a mischievous companion who will follow his owner around all day, only to curl up beside him on the sofa. Because they tend to be obstinate, most say they're not a good dog for novice owners, as a certain degree of experience and patience are required to handle the Beabull. However, with obedience training, or a consistent, patient and firm overall approach to their training and handling, they can make excellent pets, even for the dedicated first-time dog owner. They get on well with children, with whom they are very patient, as well as with other pets, and have moderate strength that can be easily controlled. They enjoy being close to humans, are eager to please and are protective of their family. Because of their friendly disposition, they are not good guard dogs. Like their appearance, Beabull characters are somewhat unpredictable. They are generally calm and don't require much exercise. However, they can have bursts of energy, almost hyperactive, often displaying rough behavior when playing with other dogs and people. They can sometimes play too rough and aggressive. This behavior should be corrected when they are still puppies, as they are strong, robust dogs in adulthood. The best approach to these biting games, which can include nipping, play-fighting or even strong biting, is simply not to participate, correcting the puppy as soon as the behavior is demonstrated. They have a tendency to bark, and some inherit the Beagle's powerful howl. Beabulls can be left alone for quite some time. Like any dog, however, they can become bored and frustrated if left alone for too long, adopting destructive behaviors such as chewing or destroying furniture or other objects. Despite this, a Beabull can adapt to life in an apartment, although a fenced-in yard is an added bonus. Beabulls can be very sensitive to handling. That's why it's important to handle them from an early age, as they're used to being touched. |
Needs and activities of the Beabull
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Although they are a medium-sized dog, they can adapt to life in an apartment, provided they walk well and play a little every day. They do best in a home with a well-fenced yard where they can lounge around or participate in family games. As hybrid dogs, they are robust when it comes to climate, and can tolerate most conditions except extreme temperatures. In extremely cold weather, Beabulls may need a dog coat, and in extremely hot weather, they'll seek shade or air conditioning inside the house to sleep well. |
Maintenance of the Beabull
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Beabulls need to be brushed almost daily. Brushing them with a stiff bristle brush and vacuum cleaner, then wiping with a damp cloth will keep them, and your home, beautiful and clean. Bathing is only necessary, and it's advisable to use a special dog shampoo, taking care to clean and dry wrinkled areas to prevent skin infections. They are not hypoallergenic because of the amount of hair they shed. Beabulls will love attention to grooming, but be sure to get them used to teeth cleaning and nail clipping from an early age. Many dogs don't like to have their feet handled. So it's a good idea to get them used to it when they're still puppies. As they have long, soft ears, they need to be cleaned by wiping them with a damp cloth once a week, just to remove any debris that may have lodged in the ear. |