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Beagle

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Key Takeaways

  • Small breed belonging to the Hunting Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Moderate shedder; requires regular weekly brushing to keep the coat healthy.

Quick Facts

Group

Hunting Dogs

Size

Small

Life Span

11-15 years

Popularity

#6

Puppy Price

$500-$800

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Average

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

English Beagle
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⚖️Beagle Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Grooming Requirements:Minimal grooming needs, low maintenance

  • Training Difficulty:Highly trainable, great for first-time owners

  • Affection Level:Exceptionally devoted and affectionate

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Exceptionally adaptable, thrives anywhere

  • Child Compatibility:Exceptionally child-friendly, perfect family pet

  • Dog Friendly:Exceptionally social, thrives in multi-dog homes

  • Grooming Requirements:Minimal grooming needs, low maintenance

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:High exercise needs, requires active lifestyle

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$500-$800

If you choose to purchase the Beagle, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Beagle for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Beagle gets to a happy place.

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Availability

5/5

Availability

Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

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History

Although there is no reliable documentation about the early ancestry of the Beagle, the theory that most people agreed on is that we have to look back to the 5th century. There are accounts of dogs of similar size and purpose to the modern Beagle which can be traced back to Ancient Greece.

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
FĂŠdĂŠration Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Australian National Kennel Council
Canadian Kennel Club
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Beagle is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Beagle extremely low-maintenance, requiring only occasional brushing.

The Beagle sheds moderately and needs regular brushing to keep shedding under control.

highly energetic and requires several hours of exercise and mental stimulation daily, making the Beagle perfect for active families.

highly trainable and eager to please, making the Beagle ideal for first-time dog owners who want a responsive companion.

The Beagle is exceptionally patient and protective with children of all ages.

The Beagle is exceptionally social with all dogs and thrives in multi-dog environments.

The Beagle requires high levels of daily exercise, including long walks, runs, or active play.

The Beagle extremely low-maintenance, requiring only occasional brushing.

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Beagle Comments, Reviews and Questions

tom cruise

2024-06-18

dog you are right we tested this and they actually had 245 amazing

dog

2024-06-18

dogell does not now their bite force they have amazing 240 psi bites that is more than a pitbull and german shepard its crazy

J.A.

2024-01-30

The Cutest dog!

Milo's mom

2023-08-19

Dogell obviosuly doesn't know what they're talking about. The Beagle is extremely intelligent. I've owned three. They are more difficult to train because they were bred to hunt independently of humans and to think on their own.

Zoe's mom

2023-07-29

Beagles are extremely intelligent. They are extremely opinionated making it appear they aren't intelligent. You have to be smarter than they are to train them. I have had 2 and they understand English very well.

BEAGLE

2022-05-20

No comment provided.

Nia

2022-02-25

No comment provided.

Beagle.

2021-12-31

IT IS THE BEST DOG.

Müller Éva

2020-11-21

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BEAGLE

2020-09-05

OUR BEAGLES WERE THE MOST LOVING DOGS BUT THEY WERE LIKE LAUREL AND HARDY WE NEVER KNEW WHAT TROUBLE TO EXPECT IF WE LEFT THEM ALONE. WONDERFUL, GENTLE PETS

Bagel

2019-12-09

hi

Bagel

2019-12-09

I just love beagles I have 2

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