Appearance of the Bogle
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| The Bogle is a hybrid between the Boxer and the Beagle, and can resemble either parent breed depending on dominant appearance. It's a big dog, weighing between 22.5 and 27 kilos, with a strong muscular build. If the Bogle leans more towards the Boxer parent, it will have a square head and shorter muzzle. If the Bogle leans more towards the Beagle, its muzzle will be finer and longer. A Bogle's ears lie back, like the Beagle's, but have the same perky, curious look. The eyes are hazel to brown and generally have the expression of the Beagle dog. A Bogle's tail is set high and may have a slight brush, a trait it inherits from the Beagle parent. |
Temperament of the Bogle
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| As far as other animals are concerned, it is said that the Bogle will not tolerate living with a cat. The cat's small size and willingness to run away from the Bogle can excite the prey's spirit. Early socialization with other dogs will help a Bogle to live in harmony with other dogs. The Beagle is a stubborn parent that can be difficult to train, but the Boxer parent helps to even this out in the Bogle. The Bogle is intelligent and eager to please. Early and consistent training will help this hybrid train well, but this mix is not recommended for novice dog owners or people with little time to devote to training. |
Needs and activities of the Bogle
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| The Bogle is a high-energy hybrid, which is a characteristic of both parent breeds. However, unlike the friendly Beagle, the Boxer parent makes this mix slightly wary of strangers. This supports the Bogle as a guard dog, and you can expect it to bark at unfamiliar strangers. Otherwise, the Bogle is quiet, despite the Beagle parent. The Bogle is patient and with good socialization, will do well with children. However, this is a larger, more energetic breed and may not be well suited to living with very young children. Always teach your children how to approach and interact with a dog, and never leave your children alone with a dog. |
Maintenance of the Bogle
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| The Bogle is not a hypoallergenic dog and may shed lightly or moderately, depending on which parent the mix most resembles. Weekly cleaning will help remove dead and loose hairs and keep your Bogle's coat healthy. This mix isn't known to smell, but weekly cleaning will help distribute the oils and remove dirt and dead skin that could lead to doggy odor. Frequent nail trimming is also suggested for your Bogle. Bogle don't usually drool, but increased drooling may indicate that your Bogle is suffering from a dental or gum problem. Regular brushing and cleaning of the teeth will enable you to check his gums and prevent disease. |
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