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| Breed Group : | hounds |
| Weight : | male: 18-30 lbs ( 8-13.6 kg ) ; female : 18-30 lbs ( 8-13.6 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 13 inches ( 33 centimeters ); female: 13 inches ( 33 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | The Beagle was bred for hunting purposes originally. It is one of the small dogs that are scent hounds. It has the tendency to follow anything it smells and eventually ignores everything and anything around it. Obedience training is required and is a must early especially in its puppy age. The Beagle is a cross breed between the harrier and other hound in England. It is good in hunting hare, quail, and pheasant. |
| Breed Character Information : | These kind of small dogs are full of energy and does very well in family environments. With its cute appearance comes a very lively and high energy dog making it very wonderful with children as companions. Proper socialization and interaction is needed, especially when it is still a puppy. Like most dog breeds, the Beagle is active and alert in nature. Even though it has an even temperament, it would not show any signs of aggression or being timid. It can be mischievous and bold at times so proper training is needed for these kinds of dog breeds. |
| Breed Coat Information : | These kinds of small dogs have a hound type coat, which is medium in length that makes its grooming easy. The hair lies close to the body and is hard, which should be kept that way. The hair should never be soft or silky. It has a somewhat same appearance of a small English foxhound. Its coat is short haired and sleek. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | The beagle is a fun loving and happy go lucky dog that makes it a good companion for almost any kind of family. It adapt effectively to different environments and lifestyles. These small dogs love to please its families and dog owner. Like many dog breeds, the Beagle is intelligent but consistent training should be done as the Beagle loses interest and then focuses on something that catches its attention. Even as a puppy, the Beagle does very well with any aged children and other pets and dogs, if it is trained with socialization and interaction early on, especially when it is still a pet. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | The Beagle is recommended for different families from different kinds of environment and lifestyle. It can do well in both apartment type homes and rural places with fenced areas for it is energetic and it loves to roam and run around. It is best for families who already have guard dogs so as to make the Beagle solely a companion for family members. |
| Breed Activity Information : | The Beagle, like most dog breeds, is very energetic and active. These small dogs love long and vigorous walks, as they are mostly outdoor types. Considering that the Beagle is a hunting dog, they should be kept on a leash or in a fenced area with plenty of space. Two long everyday walks are required or recommended for its huge amount of stamina and a somewhat tireless nature. |
| Breed Care Information : | The Beagle needs daily brushing to remove loose or dead hair. A down wipe using a damp towel should be enough for the bathing. In brushing the hair of the beagle, using rubber, wire, or even a hard bristled brush would do great. Cleaning the ears are required in a daily basis for it is prone to ear infections. Nails should also be trimmed on a regular basis. These kinds of small dogs are an average shedder, which can be taken care of with regular brushing. |
| Breed Training Information : | These small dogs are intelligent and very easy to please making this breed, especially as a puppy, a wonderful pet to have. Since they are energetic and active, they tend to lose interest quickly especially when they smell a new scent and focus on it. Obedience training is required, as early as a puppy. Firm but gentle, and consistency should be used when training these kinds of dog breeds. |
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