My beagle is a yr old, we just got her a couple days ago, since then we've had people knocking on the door and everything. She doesn't bark, or growl, or, like beagles should, howl, she doesn't whimper or cry. Is my dog mute or something, or is she just really passive?
2006-12-28 19:43:32 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Most dogs don't bark until they are a year old. Maybe your beagle is a late bloomer. I had a beagle cross that was almost a year and half before he started to bark, then wouldn't stop. Enjoy the peace and quiet while you can. If she doesn't bark by 18 months have the vet check her out but until then I wouldn't worry.
2006-12-28 19:50:02 · answer #1 · answered by Maple Leaf 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
does she seem to hear other things? if she doesn't such as you talking to her or react at all to loud noises take her to the vet. otherwise, how lucky for you beagles are usually known for constant barking, and it's usually a beagle or hound bark that can drive the average person nutty, unless you are a hound lover. if she's fine otherwise, count your lucky stars. since she is a beagle, i would just give her a few more days to get accustomed to her new home. then you'll wonder why you ever thought about worring. good luck.
2006-12-29 03:46:47 · answer #2 · answered by bad kitty 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some people actually have a surgery where they basically paralyze the vocal cords. it is still some what controversial. this is usually done in dogs that are known for being barkers. however, it could be like the previous owners said. they do tend to slack in their first year of life;) take her to the vet. if she had the surgery then they should be able to tell you.
2006-12-29 03:58:56 · answer #3 · answered by Mama Re-Re 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let your dog to fit in the new space, he will start to bark when he will feel that the place where hy lives is his home and hy must protect it, until then encurage him every time you have the opportunity to bark or growl.(sorry for my bad english)
2006-12-29 04:43:00 · answer #4 · answered by sicu2002 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She probably was trained not to bark, but if you are really worried you could get her checked out by the vet.
2006-12-29 03:46:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
some dogs don't speak until they know they can trust there new family. my own dog was abused be for we got her and only after a year began to speak, and now we cant get her to shut up. (lol). don't worry about it she will begin to start talking sooner or later just give her time. hope to be of help.
S.
2006-12-29 04:28:00 · answer #6 · answered by blessedbeauty91 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You've only had the dog a few days, give her time to settle in & gain a little confidence. She doesn't know you or her surroundings yet.
2006-12-29 04:27:39 · answer #7 · answered by anwen55 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say there might a possibility that the dog might have beat at one time and that's why give him time to adjust to you and your family.
2006-12-29 03:53:55 · answer #8 · answered by Marina 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my daads got 1 and it started to bark when it was1
2006-12-29 03:52:54 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
She is just probley nervous to her new surroundings give it a month or so.
2006-12-29 05:15:08 · answer #10 · answered by catieann 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋