MEGHAN Markle lives in a luxurious £12million mansion with Prince Harry – but it’s also home to her adorable pet dog Guy.
The Duchess of Sussex adopted her sweet beagle from a dog rescue center, and although the breed is said to be “tempered” and “social,” they can face some difficulties.
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According to experts from PetpIone: “Beagles are considered a moderate shedding breed.
“They are prone to shedding all year round, but this can be particularly intense in spring The time when a Beagle loses its thickest winter fur – something known as a ‘flowing coat’.
“There’s nothing you can do to stop shedding, but brushing your dog regularly will help remove some of these loose hairs. hair and keep your Beagle’s coat in tip-top condition.
PDSA veterinary nurse Nina Downing added: “As a breed, the Beagle can be more prone to developing health problems such as epilepsy, hypothyroidism and meningitis.
“There are also a number of genetic conditions that you should check for if the parents have been screened for before taking on a Beagle.”
Average annual veterinary visits cost £527.02, with the typical cost of insurance being £405.44, according to ManyPets.
Typically, beagles cost £1,188, but Meghan chose Guy to rescue him.
Despite any cost, the breed is recommended by many veterinarians.
Nina added: “Beagles are loving, sociable dogs who like to be involved in everything that happens around them.
“The breed has historically been used as a sniffer dog for tracking, but due to their size and adaptability, they have more recently become a popular family pet.”
The former Suits actress brought the brown and white dog with her from Toronto to London when she moved in with Prince Harry at Kensington Palace.
While in the UK, Guy lived in the lap of Lux in the royal house.
He had his own Union Jack coat, ate only organic food and took regular walks in the extensive gardens of Kensington Palace.
Meghan also previously owned Labrador-German Shepherd mix Bogart, who she adopted from a dog rescue center in Los Angeles while with her first husband, film producer, Trevor Engelson.
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Before moving to the UK, Meghan shared countless photos of Bogart and Guy, describing them as “my loves.”
While Guy flew to the UK, Bogart was deemed too old to make the long plane journey and was looked after by Meghan’s friends.
Guy has a new dog friend to keep him company, as Meghan and Prince Harry adopted a black labrador named Oz.
It’s unknown if Oz is a rescue dog, but it seems likely given Meghan’s past Pets and the fact that Harry’s stepmother, Queen Camillal, was patroness of Battersea Dogs & Cats at home.
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According to American Kennel ClubThe beagle is a “playful” and “happy” breed, but will require some patience and “positive reinforcement” during the training process.
These active dogs also require at least an hour of exercise every day to release their energy.
And most importantly, don’t leave them alone.
Bred to work in packs, beagles are “happiest when they have company.”
When left alone for a long period periodswhether indoors or outdoors, race can even become “deconstructive”.
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Inside Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s California home
PRINCE Harry and Meghan Markle have lived in their luxurious Montecito mansion since spending £11.93 million on it in June 2020.
The sprawling nine-bedroom, 16-bathroom Santa Barbara home sits on 5.4 acres of land and has a library, office, spa, gym, game room, wine cellar and five-car garage, it is believed.
The property also features expansive lawns, tiered rose gardens, tall Italian cypress trees, blooming lavender, olive trees, tennis court, tea house, children’s cottage and swimming pool.
The couple treated fans to glimpses of their multiple living spaces on multiple occasions – showcasing a minimalist vibe.
It is said to have more than doubled in value since the former royals bought it.
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