What happens to buck the first time he is beaten in The Call of Wild?

When Buck is first beaten in The Call of the Wild, he experiences a shift in perspective which reveals both the harsh realities of his new life while at the same time awakening within him an inner strength and resilience. Initially, being an overly proud sled dog, Buck had resisted the commands of his masters. Yet the severe beating administered on him by Francois, one of the experienced dog drivers, marked a pivotal moment in his journey in the untamed Alaskan wilderness.