Other Names
English Beagle |
Origin
Great Britain, 1300's |
Use
Gundog, Field Trials, Companion |
Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 13 years of age |
Weight & Height
13 to 25 pounds & 13 to 16 inches tall |
Known Health Problems
Heart Disease,Back problems, Cleft Palate, demodectic mange, dwarfism, hypothyroidism, intervertebral disk disease, luxating patellas, reproductive disorders. |
Physical Description
Small ,lean dog. It has a long skull and square muzzle. The eyes are large, brown or hazel and the nose is black. The ears are drop and the tail is naturally short. |
Temperament
This breed has an affectionate nature and is great with children. Beagles do have a tendacy to wonder off if on scent... |
Living Conditions
Not good for apartment life |
Grooming
Minimum grooming required |
Exercise
Needs daily walks or a large yard to run. |
Coat Texture
Short, hard coat |
Coat Colors
Variety of colors |
Puppies
5-7 Pups Per litter |
Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
National Kennel Club |
