Beagle

Beagle

Small breed · England

Beagles are merry, curious little scent hounds with a nose for adventure. Bred to hunt in packs, they are sociable dogs that thrive on company — human or canine.

Breed Statistics

12–15 yrs
Lifespan
9–11 kg
Weight
45 min/day
Exercise
Low maintenance
Grooming

Temperament

  • Merry
  • Friendly
  • Curious
  • Excitable
  • Determined

Daily Calorie Range

600–900 kcal/day

For an average adult Beagle. Adjust for weight, age, and activity level.

5 Facts About the Beagle

  1. 1

    Beagles have one of the best noses in the dog world — 220 million scent receptors.

  2. 2

    Snoopy from Peanuts is based on a Beagle.

  3. 3

    They were originally bred to hunt rabbits and hares.

  4. 4

    US Customs uses Beagles to detect agricultural contraband at airports.

  5. 5

    Beagles are known for their distinctive howl called a 'bay'.

Beagle Age Calculator

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