Beagle
Life expectancy
13 years
Age adult
13 months
Height (Shoulder height)
38 cm
Weight
10 kg
Coat texture
short-haired / smooth
Coat color
tricolor (black, brown, white or blue, white, brown), red&white, brown & white, black & white, white, dotted
Common illnesses
dysplasia of the hip joint / eye diseases / ear diseases / thyroid diseases (mostly hypothyreosis) / idiopathic epilepsy / spinal disc herniation
Food expenses per month in €
about € 33
Suitable for children
Rather yes
Needs a garden
Rather not
Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment
Rather yes
First dog suitable
Rather yes
Allergy friendly
Rather not
Athletic
Very atletic
Attention
Needs much attention
Care and grooming
Low grooming effort
Eager to learn
Medium
Exercise
Needs a lot of exercise
Nature
balanced / playful / likes hunting / stubborn / independent / gentle / cheeky, fresh
Bred for
pack hunting / dogs used for testing in laboratories
Common illnesses
dysplasia of the hip joint / eye diseases / ear diseases / thyroid diseases (mostly hypothyreosis) / idiopathic epilepsy / spinal disc herniation
Dog type according to FCI
scent hounds and related breeds
FCI description
They have always been used as hunting dogs, have an extraordinary sense of smell and pick up every trace. Running dogs had to follow the game over long distances, sweat dogs search for the injured (sweaty) game and follow it. They have an enormous urge to move and need a lot of exercise and meaningful, species-appropriate occupation. Many breeds, especially sweat dogs, are only handed over to hunters. If you are not aware of what hunting motivation means, you may soon be overwhelmed. Because this instinct cannot be completely trained away.
Dogs of this group are considered friendly, intelligent and social, therefore they are popular companion dogs. Think about whether you can cope with the hunting temperament, because once the untrained hunting dog has a track in his nose he quickly forgets any obedience and is up and away.
Short description
The Beagle has his own will and therefore, needs a soft but firm training. He is a scent hound and likes to go his own ways, but he is after all a loving family-dog.
This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.