How to Give a Bath to a Beagle Puppy

Although you may think the sweet smell of your new beagle puppy will last forever, your puppy will eventually need a bath. By starting a regular bath schedule when your beagle is young, he will grow accustomed to bathing and may even enjoy the activity. Beagle Pro, a website that offers expert Beagle advice, recommends giving your puppy a bath every other week to ensure healthy skin and coat maintenance.

Things You'll Need

  • Rubber brush or curry comb
  • Hypoallergenic dog shampoo
  • Pitcher (optional)
  • Cotton balls
  • Wash cloth
  • Towel
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Instructions

    • 1

      Brush your beagle gently with a rubber brush or a curry comb before bathing. Although beagles have short hair, they shed a lot. Brushing will remove large dirt particles and excess hair from your puppy.

    • 2

      Prepare the bath without your beagle present because running water scares some puppies. Check the water temperature with your wrist to ensure the water is warm enough without being too hot for your beagle̵7;s sensitive skin. Set out a hypoallergenic dog shampoo and a wash cloth.

    • 3

      Place your dog in the bath. Either spray the dog with a detachable shower head or pour water on him from a pitcher to thoroughly wet your puppy. Massage about one tablespoon of shampoo into your beagle̵7;s skin. Avoid getting shampoo into the puppy̵7;s eyes. Carefully rinse your dog to remove the shampoo.

    • 4

      Clean the inside of your beagle̵7;s ears with a cotton ball. Because beagles are prone to ear problems, check for any redness or bites while you gently clean their ears. Wipe his eyes with a damp wash cloth. Carefully remove the puppy and dry with a towel.