Mary Allen
#7 Make grooming a positive experience, full of praise and rewards, and thereby lay the foundation for later successful vet exams and other manipulations.
During grooming, you should look out for sores, rashes, or signs of infection such as redness, tenderness, or sores on the skin, nose, mouth, and eyes, as well as on the feet.
#8 The eyes should be clear, not red and not watery. Your careful weekly check-up will help spot potential health problems early.
#9 Beagles bond with every member of the family, especially children.
They can be fierce when playing, however, so they should be adequately socialized and supervised when around young children.