Breed At A Glance: Beagle

Overview

• Lifespan: Typically 10-15 years
• Size: Medium (Two sizes: Under 12 inches and 12-15 inches at the shoulder)
• Maintenance Level: Medium
• Shed Level: Moderate
• Temperament: Curious, Friendly, Energetic
• Friendliness: High
• Barking Tendency: High (Known for loud, long bark and howl)
• Coat Colours: Lemon, Red and White, Tricolour (Black, Brown, White)

Best For

• Families and active pet parents
• Homes with supervision and space for activities

Appearance

• Medium-sized, sturdy build
• Smooth, dense double coat
• Floppy ears and long, wagging tails
• Weight ranges from 10-15 kilograms

Temperament

• Known for their curiosity and tendency to follow scents
• Loving and affectionate, good with children and other animals
• Can be prone to wandering if not supervised

Care Guide

• Grooming: Weekly brushing, regular ear cleaning
• Training: Can be stubborn; best with consistent, positive reinforcement
• Diet & Nutrition: Measured meals to avoid obesity, no free-feeding
• Exercise: Needs a lot of activities; enjoys walks, runs, and hikes
• Ideal Environment: Active home with room to explore

Health

• Ear Infections: Common due to floppy ears; regular cleaning needed
• Obesity: Prone due to strong appetite; careful meal planning required
• Allergies: Environmental and food allergies possible
• Cherry Eye: Prolapsed nictitans gland; sometimes requires surgery
• Epilepsy: More prone than other breeds; may need medication
• Hypothyroidism: Common in older Beagles; treatable with medication

Additional Information

• Feeding: Regularly spaced meals, slow feeder bowls to prevent fast eating
• Training Challenges: Short attention span, scent-driven distractions
• Grooming Needs: Moderate shedding, regular ear cleaning important
• Good Family Dog: Yes, social and friendly
• Intelligence: Smart but can be stubborn in training
• Activity Level: Active, but may slow down with age
• Name Origin: Possibly from French "begueule," referring to their howl

Grooming Guide

• Coat Care: Weekly brushing, regular baths every 2-4 weeks
• Ear Care: Cleaning once or twice a month

Curious to know more? Check out our Beagle Guide!