Darwin

Darwin is one of three research beagles that arrived in town from an Ohio laboratory on 09Aug11. It seems he is glad to finally be out in the real world after doing his part in the area of medical research. He was a very lucky guy in that although he was confined to a research facility, he received excellent health care during his tenure, and apparently an adequate amount of socialization. This treatment for the first year of his life laid a good foundation for a well adjusted and happy family member. He is very healthy, sweet, friendly, smart and brave for a toddler that has just changed homes and guardians. He loves to be near to people and doesn’t show any aggression towards people or other dogs. Even when food is near at hand or treats are being handed out, he doesn’t snarl, snip or warn others off. He is a beagle though so a little jostling for position to get treats or trying to “share” the food in the other dogs’ bowls can be expected. Darwin is very quiet. We have not yet heard him bark, but he does whine if he wants something. He usually ignores the other dogs when they run to the fence to announce the presence of walkers, the trash men or the mailman. So far, he hasn’t had much to say. He doesn’t dig in the yard, and isn’t a big chewer. He is still young, and at the chewing stage, so some chewing on appropriate items is to be expected. He will pick up the nylabone toys (good boy) or head for the leashes hanging on the wall (bad boy). <br/><br/>Darwin is used to being handled, so is calm when touched or picked up. He absolutely loves attention and will sit quietly for a long time if he can get the petting and loving he craves. If not in your lap, he is usually very close to your feet. While sweet that he wants to be so close, he doesn’t always move with you, so care must be taken not to trip over him. I think he will begin to develop a sense of “moving when the legs move” once he gains some experience in a home setting. So far, he hasn’t shown an interest to play with the other dogs often. His idea of entertainment may follow a different vein. Last night, while watching TV, Darwin stopped to watch the screen for an extended time period on more than one occasion. We have had dogs respond to TV dogs barking, but never before saw a dog actually watching TV. Maybe he just likes Nicholas Cage.<br/><br/>Darwin is a smart fellow. He is doing fairly well in the house training area. I think he has the idea, and as soon as his tummy settles down from the diet change and the excitement of the location change, he will finish up the training. He isn’t a dominant personality, and I have seen no indication that he feels the need to mark his territory.<br/><br/>We are working on dog door training, but so far he has shown little inclination to go through. He doesn’t really like having to push the door open when he can get us to open the screen door to let him in and out. I should at this point mention that Darwin does have a small (typically beagle) stubborn streak. If asked to do something that he really doesn’t want to do, he refuses by inaction. If pushed at that point, he often lies down and goes limp. And, as we know from the protestors on the 6:00 news, this is often an effective method of protest. Usually Darwin is a happy go lucky type guy and is willing to do the small things we ask of him. We will begin to train on the basic commands like sit and come soon. Darwin would benefit from attending a training class for both the basic obedience knowledge as well as the socialization offered by the setting.<br/><br/>Darwin has a lot to learn about this big world that he just entered. He has shown an interest to learn and investigate with a minimal amount of fear. If you are interested in helping him discover his new environment, come on by to meet Mr. Darwin.<br/><br/>Adoptive Status: Will be neutered, UTD on shots, heartworm negative and micro-chipped within three weeks of posting date.<br/><br/>Owner Aptitude Level: Beginner <br/> <a href="http://www.beaglemaryland.org/dogs/current_beagles/Darwin/darwin.htm">Darwin's Page</a><br />* <br/><br/><p><strong>If you'd like to adopt one of our beagles:</strong></p><br/><p><br />* Go to our Website, <a href="http://www.beaglemaryland.org/web_pages/main.htm">www.beaglemaryland.org</a><br />* Review our <a href="http://www.beaglemaryland.org/Documents/Standards%20for%20Adoption.htm">Standards for Adoption</a><br />* Fill out an <a href="http://www.beaglemaryland.org/Documents/AdopterProfileNew.htm">Adopter Profile</a> and email it to us (or print it off, fill it in and send it via regular mail, if you prefer)<br />* A BRSM volunteer will contact you to guide you through the rest of the process!</p><br/><p>We hope to hear from you, and so do the beagles!</p><br/><p>&nbsp;</p><br/><p>&nbsp;</p><br/><p>&nbsp;</p>

Darwin is one of three research beagles that arrived in town from an Ohio laboratory on 09Aug11. It seems he is glad to finally be out in the real world after doing his part in the area of medical research. He was a very lucky guy in that although he was confined to a research facility, he received excellent health care during his tenure, and apparently an adequate amount of socialization. This treatment for the first year of his life laid a good foundation for a well adjusted and happy family member. He is very healthy, sweet, friendly, smart and brave for a toddler that has just changed homes and guardians. He loves to be near to people and doesn’t show any aggression towards people or other dogs. Even when food is near at hand or treats are being handed out, he doesn’t snarl, snip or warn others off. He is a beagle though so a little jostling for position to get treats or trying to “share” the food in the other dogs’ bowls can be expected. Darwin is very quiet. We have not yet heard him bark, but he does whine

Darwin is one of three research beagles that arrived in town from an Ohio laboratory on 09Aug11. It seems he is glad to finally be out in the real world after doing his part in the area of medical research. He was a very lucky guy in that although he was confined to a research facility, he received excellent health care during his tenure, and apparently an adequate amount of socialization. This treatment for the first year of his life laid a good foundation for a well adjusted and happy family member. He is very healthy, sweet, friendly, smart and brave for a toddler that has just changed homes and guardians. He loves to be near to people and doesn’t show any aggression towards people or other dogs. Even when food is near at hand or treats are being handed out, he doesn’t snarl, snip or warn others off. He is a beagle though so a little jostling for position to get treats or trying to “share” the food in the other dogs’ bowls can be expected. Darwin is very quiet. We have not yet heard him bark, but he does whine if he wants something. He usually ignores the other dogs when they run to the fence to announce the presence of walkers, the trash men or the mailman. So far, he hasn’t had much to say. He doesn’t dig in the yard, and isn’t a big chewer. He is still young, and at the chewing stage, so some chewing on appropriate items is to be expected. He will pick up the nylabone toys (good boy) or head for