Hound
Small
Beagle
Merry, friendly, and curious
Merry, friendly, and curious. Beagles are excellent family dogs with a nose for adventure.
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Height
13-15 inches
Weight
20-30 lbs
Lifespan
10-15 years
Group
Hound
Breed Statistics
Energy Level
4/5
Shedding
3/5
Grooming
2/5
Kid Friendly
5/5
Trainability
3/5
Allergens
3/5
Compatibility Overview
Apartment Living
Good with Kids
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Cats
First-Time Owner Friendly
Low Shedding
Low Grooming Needs
Tolerates Being Alone
Personality & Temperament
The Beagle is cheerful, sociable, and genuinely fond of people and other dogs. They are curious by nature and can become single-minded when following a scent, which makes reliable recall a challenge. Beagles are generally excellent with children and thrive in active households. They can be vocal when bored or left alone for extended periods. Consistent training from an early age helps channel their independent nature productively.
Daily Exercise
Moderate (45–60 min)
Recommended daily activity to keep this breed healthy and happy.
Known Health Conditions
- Hip Dysplasia
- Epilepsy
- Hypothyroidism
- Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
- Musladin-Lueke Syndrome (MLS)
- Obesity
- Ear Infections
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