Beagle
Family: scenthound
AKC Breed Group: Hound
Area of Origin: England
Date of Origin: 1300s
Original Function: trailing rabbits
Today's Function: trailing rabbits, field trials, contraband detection,
beagle field trials
Colors: any recognized hound color
Coat: Beagles has dense and hard coat with medium length
Characteristics and temperaments: Beagle dogs are sociable, intelligent
and are excellent with children and other dogs. Socialized at early age allows
them to be nice with other pets. They can be quite independent and require
persistent to train. They don't like to be left alone and like to adventure
Average Size of Male: Height: 13 - 15 inches, Weight: 18 - 30 pounds
Avg Size of Female: Height: 13 - 15 inches, Weight: 18 - 30 pounds
Care: As an average shedder, Beagles are not hard to look after. The ears
should be kept clean. Nails should be trimmed regularly
Training and activity: Because this breed usually is very active and has
high endurance and stamina, a fenced yard is a must
Other Names: English beagle
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