Beagle Pics & Photos, Beagle Facts & Info, Health & Puppy Photos

Appearance

• The Beagle is a small to medium sized dog and a member of the hound group. They tend to resemble the Foxhound, only smaller in size.


• In general, they are between 13 and 16 inches tall at the withers.


• They typically weigh between 18 and 35 pounds. The females tend to be a little smaller.


• This breed has large long ears.


• Their body is typically muscular and medium length.


• Their coat is smooth, short haired, and can be found in the following variations of 2 or 3 colors:


1. white
2. black
3. tan
4. red

Temperament

• These dogs tend to have a mild demeanor. They are not aggressive, yet they are not exactly timid either.


• This breed loves company. They tend to warm up to people in a timely fashion which makes them a poor guard dog.


• They do however bark at unfamiliar sounds. Therefore, they are good watch dogs.


• These dogs are also known for being quite intelligent.


• These small dogs are excellent with children and make wonderful family pets. In addition, they normally get along very well with other dogs.

Living Standards

• Due to their houndish nature, these dogs enjoy the outdoors. Thus, a house with a moderate size yard is perfect for this breed.


• If you live in an apartment, this breed will be fine as long as you get them plenty of exercise.

Exercise

• This dog should be walked on a daily basis (a moderate to long distance is recommended).


• Be sure to allow your dog to run in a safe confined area as well.


• These small dogs love to play, so be sure to provide them with a variety of dog toys and bones to chew on.

Litter Size

• This breed will typically have between 5 and 7 pups per litter, but can have up to 14.

Health and Life Expectancy

• In general, these dogs are a healthy breed.


• Certain health issues related to this breed include:


1. Epilepsy
2. Hypothyroidism
3. Glaucoma
4. Progressive Retinal Atrophy


• The life expectancy of this dog usually ranges between 12 and 15 years. This is common among dogs of this size.


• Another health condition that is unique to this breed is called “funny puppy.” Basically, this occurs when the puppy is slow to develop. This can cause a weakening of the legs, a crooked back, and may cause other illness later in the dog’s life.

Trainability and Obedience

• Despite being intelligent, these dogs are not the easiest breed to train. This is mostly due to their hound like nature.


• More specifically, they do not purposely disregard their masters. In fact, they are quite obedient. The problem that normally occurs with this breed is when they happen to “pick up” a sent. If this occurs, your Beagle will become somewhat difficult to control.


• It is not impossible to train this breed. They respond well to positive reinforcement.


• It is best to begin training these dogs when they are pups. This helps instill certain commands and words that they will understand.


• Maintain consistency in your training methods. and simply spend time with this breed.


• Remember that any small dog breed can develop small dog syndrome if not properly trained.

Grooming

• These dogs have short hair that is flat and should be brushed twice a week.


• There is nothing overly extensive about grooming this dog. Using a soft brush or a grooming glove should suffice.


• Females typically shed their coat every season, where as males usually shed once a year. Thus, a female may need to be brushed more than twice a week during the season change.


• The ears may need cleaning on a regular basis as well. Simply wiping them can help prevent ear infections. In addition, wiping the ears may also prevent the occurrence of ear mites. Remember to be gentle when cleaning the ears of your beagle, as this could cause some discomfort.


• Pay close attention to your Beagle's feet as well. This breed may require frequent trimming of the toenails.

History

• Dogs that resemble the Beagle in regards to size and purpose have been traced back to Ancient Greece during the 5th century BC.


• In the 1830s, a pack was developed in the Eastern Region of the United Kingdom known as Essex.


• These dogs were bred for hunting wild game, especially hares.


• By the 1840s, this breed had made its way to the United States.


• In 1884, the AKC (American Kennel Club) accepted the breed.


• By the AKC standards, this dog is one of the more popular breeds.

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