| The well-known comics 'Peanuts' made beagles a | | | | Beagles love children and dogs, although cats are |
| popular choice among many families. With its | | | | not their preferred playmate. Beagles are full of |
| cheerful and loyal disposition, it isn't difficult to | | | | energy and will show their adoration openly |
| understand just why. While the beagle has its | | | | however they can turn sulky if their desires are |
| roots in hunting, commonly used in seasonal fox | | | | not fulfilled. They can be sensitive dogs with a lot |
| hunts, it has gradually gained popularity as family | | | | of personality, and can have their feelings hurt if |
| companions. | | | | someone even laughs at them. Kids should learn |
| Beagles Appearance - The Beagle has a great | | | | not to tease the Beagles keen awareness and |
| sense of smell and a strong instinct for hunting. | | | | emotions. |
| Beagles come mainly in 2 main sizes, between13 | | | | Beagle puppies should have professional obedience |
| to 15 inches and a smaller size, under 13 inches. | | | | training when young in order to encourage them |
| They are a member of the AKC's Hound Group. | | | | to follow commands. Beagles love to eat and |
| Despite a size difference, Beagles all look the | | | | aren't picky, which can be great during training |
| same with droopy ears, long tails and a short | | | | because they can be rewarded in a variety of |
| coat. They are typically a combination of tan, | | | | ways. Beagles will even scavenge for scraps in |
| black and white colors, although some are orange, | | | | the bins because of their passion to eat. |
| black or tan with white colorations. | | | | Beagles Health Problems and Grooming - Beagles |
| Beagles Characteristics - The Beagle is | | | | don't require a lot of grooming, but they should be |
| comfortable in an apartment or smaller space, but | | | | brushed once a week for dirt and loose hairs. |
| they can annoy neighbors if they frequently warn | | | | With plenty of exercise, their toenails will wear |
| you about weird noises. Their alertness makes | | | | down on their own, but you might want to check |
| them a great watchdog. Beagles have their roots | | | | on them at least once a month. |
| in hunting and thus they have loads of energy and | | | | Beagles are overall a very healthy breed, although |
| should be exercised to keep them happy. A long | | | | heart disease and epilepsy can be an issue. They |
| walk or playtime outside is perfect for them. | | | | might face a problem with obesity as they have a |
| Letting the Beagle off the leash is not | | | | passion for treats. Beagles make wonderful |
| recommended since these dogs can pick up a trail | | | | companions for the family as they are cheerful |
| and completely forget about their owners and | | | | and relatively obedient dogs. |
| obedience training. | | | | |