My beagle, Freddie (who passed away in Oct.

) once got into the fridge! I had left a dishtowel hanging from the fridge handle, and that's all she needed. She and Wilma had a feast: leftover stuffed london broil, potatoes chantilly, etc. They even got into the produce drawer!

We used to call her "The Great Freddini." In fact, she and Wilma (both 14 years old at the time) got into the trash (which was in a closed cabinet) just 3 weeks before Fred died.
Fred was the most relentless beagle I've had, but they're all completely food-driven. Wilma would take things right off your plate if you weren't looking. She's 15 now, and I'm sure she'd still do it, but she's not steady enough on the old paws to jump up. If one of the other 3 gets into something, though, she's right in there with them enjoying the fruits of their labor!
Beagles are the best! You just have to maintain a sense of humor with them. They're loving, gentle and devoted. But they can be a bit ornery, too (with the trash, food, and, yes, turd-snacking!

). Good luck with your new addition.
