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People having problems housebreaking their beagle can get frustrated and desperate and they will wind up trying some very strange ideas that seem good at the time but have long term negative effects. Beagle litter box training is an example of an idea that seems like a good temporary solution but unless you are prepared to possibly make it a permanent solution then do not use it.

The toy breeds of beagle, usually cross breeds with smaller dog breeds, can probably get away with a litter box but you are going to need to be realistic before you employ the litter box solution. Your regular sized beagle is not a good candidate for a litter box. If you are having housebreaking issues with your regular sized beagle then try something else other than a litter box as your full sized beagle dog will choose what option makes them comfortable if you give them an option and you probably will not like their selection.
If you are convinced that you want to try beagle litter box training then, as was mentioned before, only do it for the smaller breed of beagles that are either pocket beagles or cross breeds and be prepared to have it become your dog’s permanent option. If your toy breed of beagle is given the choice of a litter box or the cold outside it will take the litter box. But first you have to train the dog to use the litter box and this is done very similarity to training a cat but there are some internal mechanisms missing.

A domestic cat is taught by its mother to use a litter box and cats have it built in to them to use a litter box. Dogs do not share this affection for a litter box so you will have to be the one to get your dog used to a litter box. There are two situations in which you will be using a litter box and each requires a different approach.
Some people decide right when they bring their beagle pup home that they will be engaging in beagle litter box training. Get a litter box and constantly put your pup in the box all the while petting them and offering positive reinforcement. When you notice your pup getting ready to relieve itself in the house place it in the litter box and when it goes in the box offer more positive reinforcement. The whole process should only take a week or so.

Some people use beagle litter box training as a last resort for a smaller breed of dog that will not be housebroken. This is not going to housebreak your beagle but it could end your problem of the dog going in the house. Put the litter box where the dog does the most damage and spend the next couple of days straight putting the dog in the box every hour and offering positive reinforcement. If all goes well you will have a dog that never leaves the house.

This article contains some interesting information on beagle training. You might not find the information from this article in many dog training books.

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