Description:Marybeth was rescued from Seminole County Animal Control. She gave birth to 8 puppies.
We are calling Spankie a "Westie" puppy - because that is the closest breed identification we can come to - We honestly do not now what his breed is. Your guess is as good as mine... I call this whole litter "Super Mutts". We know their momma is a beagle/shepherd? mix - but none of the pups look anything like a beagle so who knows..... and the puppies all are very, very different, so who knows?? :-) Spankie is smaller than the size of the other pups, I am guessing he would be an adult weight of 30 or so pounds - but as with any mixed breed it is next to impossible to forcast exact adult size. He is soooo cute - all white with a little brown spot at the top of one ear. He loves to play with other dogs!
As with any puppy, we strongly recommend that adopters make a serious committment to early puppy socialization and training. Puppies are really blank slates and it is your responsibility to teach them proper ways to behave to ensure that they mature into good canine citizens. This takes much time and effort - please be sure you are ready to make this committment!!!!
According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Beagle is one of the most popular scent hounds because of his energy, willingness, and merry, sweet disposition. The breed probably originated as a cross between the Harrier and other hounds in England. The Beagle has been used in packs, alone, and in pairs, for hunting hare, pheasant and quail. He has also served as an excellent narcotics detection dog and makes a fine family companion. The Beagle is a gentle, sweet, lively and curious dog that just loves everyone! A happy little tail-wagger! Sociable, brave and intelligent. Calm and loving. Excellent with children and generally good with other dogs, but should not be trusted with non-canine pets, unless they are socialized with cats and other household animals when they are young. Beagles have minds of their own. They are determined and watchful and require patient, firm training. This breed doesn't like being left alone. Consider buying two if you will be gone a lot. A Beagle has a loud baying cry that was a delight to hunting horsemen, but can be disturbing to family and neighbors. Beagles have a tendency to follow their own noses. They may take off on their own exploration if let off their leash in an unfenced area. Energetic and possessing great stamina, the Beagle needs plenty of exercise, but a yard of reasonable size will take care of most of its requirements. A brisk daily walk will cover the rest. Always use a lead when walking this breed or you will be running the risk of it disappearing in search of wild game. They have a life expectancy of about 12-15 years.
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