Beagle Paws Rescue Stories

Stella the Beagle While at the vet one day I read a poster about beagles making good house pets, debunking some myths that I had about the breed. Since that day I thought a beagle would make a great companion for my young dog Baz. We went to the SPCA after we moved into a house that could accommodate two dogs. In the pen was an adorable beagle, cowering in the very back of her little shelter, terrified of me and almost everybody else. A flop as a hunting dog, she had been ditched in the woods and spent several months in the woods near many cabins. Stella had been chased away, beaten, had rocks and sticks thrown at her for trying to get food in the area until finally a kind woman managed to catch her and bring her to the SPCA.

Stella is getting along just fine in her new home. She's still jumpy when she's eating, but otherwise very (almost too) affectionate. Baz enjoys having a playmate, but has a hard time sharing the attention and treats in the house.

Dave Penny and Lee Merchant, Newfoundland

Stella's Story