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
Beagles have one of the best noses in the dog world — 220 million scent receptors.
- 2
Snoopy from Peanuts is based on a Beagle.
- 3
They were originally bred to hunt rabbits and hares.
- 4
US Customs uses Beagles to detect agricultural contraband at airports.
- 5
Beagles are known for their distinctive howl called a 'bay'.
Beagle Age Calculator
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