| Breed Information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Popularity (2015) | #5 | ||
| Name | Beagle | ||
| Other names | English Beagle | ||
| Origin | United Kingdom | ||
| Breed Group | Hound (AKC:1885)Scenthound (UKC) | ||
| Size | Small | ||
| Type | Purebred | ||
| Life span | 12-15 years | ||
| Temperament | Friendly Gentle Independent Intelligent Lively Loving Sweet |
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| Height | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) | ||
| Weight | Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg) Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) | ||
| Colors | Black and TanTricolorRedWhite | ||
| Litter Size | 2-14 puppies, average 7 | ||
| Puppy Price | Average $500 - $800 USD | ||
| Breed Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | 5 stars |
| Apartment Friendly | 2 stars |
| Barking Tendencies | 5 starsFrequent |
| Cat Friendly | 3 stars |
| Child Friendly | 5 starsGood with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
| Dog Friendly | 5 stars |
| Exercise Needs | 5 stars |
| Grooming | 1 starsLow Maintenance: Grooming is only necessary once in a while to maintain upkeep. No trimming or stripping needed. |
| Health Issues | 3 starsHypoallergenic: No |
| Intelligence | 3 starsRanking: #72 |
| Playfulness | 5 stars |
| Shedding Level | 3 starsModerate Shedding: Expect this dog to shed regularly. Be prepared to vacuum often. Brushing will reduce shedding as well as make the coat softer and cleaner. |
| Stranger Friendly | 4 stars |
| Trainability | 2 starsDifficult Training: Training will be difficult, which might not be suitable for a first time dog owner. Patience and perseverance are required to adequately train it. Professional obedience schools can also be helpful. |
| Watchdog Ability | 2 stars |
Puppy Names
| Rank | Male | Female |
| 1 | Max | Molly |
| 2 | Jack | Daisy |
| 3 | Charlie | Luna |
| 4 | Toby | Molly |
| 5 | Buddy | Zoey |
| 6 | Tucker | Sadie |
| 7 | Cooper | Gracie |
| 8 | Bentley | Stella |
| 9 | Jack | Katie |
| 10 | Milo | Coco |
| Overview |
|---|
| The beagle should look like a miniature foxhound, solid for its
size. The beagle's moderate size enables it to be followed on foot. It
can also be carried to the hunt, and once there, can scurry around in
thick underbrush. Its close hard coat protects it from underbrush. Its
moderate build enables it to nimbly traverse rough terrain. The beagle's
amiable personality allows it to get along with other dogs and to be a
successful pack hunter. The beagle is noted for its melodious bay, which
helps hunters locate it from a distance. One of the most amiable hounds, the beagle was bred as a pack hunter and needs companionship, whether human or canine. It loves to explore the outdoors and is an enthusiastic trailer. Given adequate exercise, it is a calm, tractable house pet. It is an excellent child's dog, gentle, incredibly tolerant and always ready to join in a game or an adventure. It is an independent breed, however, and may run off if a trail beckons. It barks and howls. |
| History |
| The Beagle (also known as an “English Beagle”) has been a popular rabbit-hunting English dog since the 1300’s (similar breeds may have existed as far back as 500 BC!). ‘Beagle’ derives either from the Gaelic ‘beag’, for ‘small’, or the French ‘begueule’, for ‘open throat’ (referring to the breed’s musical bark). Tiny versions of the Beagle, about nine inches tall, were bred to be carried around in the hunters’ pocket, or to be followed about on the hunt by children or the elderly. Beagles have been around in America since early colonization, and have grown to become one of the most popular American pets. Today, they are used for pack hunting a variety of game, such as Wild Boar, Coyote, Red Deer, and foxes. Their strong sense of smell and excellent temper make them popular drug sniffing dogs. Famous Beagles include Snoopy, Disney’s Beagle Boys, and President Lyndon Johnson’s Beagles. |
| Tags |
| Small Dog Breeds, Hound Dog Breeds, Best Family Dog Breeds, Kid Friendly Dog Breeds, Black Dog Breeds, B |