Beagle

 

Summary of Beagle

• The Beagle is a happy, hard-working hunting dog with a friendly and alert nature.
•  The breed thrives well with children, other dogs and other domestic animals.
•  The Beagle loves food and can be stubborn, but is generally alert, intelligent and stable.
•  It has a robust and compact build, and the desired height is between 33-40 cm.
•  The fur is short, dense and weather-resistant, and requires little care.

Characteristics and mentality

The Beagle is primarily a hunting dog with a friendly and watchful nature. The breed is happy, willing to work and its main task is to hunt, especially hares, with the help of its excellent sense of smell. The Beagle is alert, intelligent and stable, and it usually does not show aggressive or shy tendencies. It thrives in the company of children, other dogs and other domestic animals.

Size and appearance

The Beagle has a robust and compact build without appearing rough. The desired height for the breed is between 33 and 40 cm. The Beagle is a harmonious dog with proportions that suit its tasks as a hunting dog.

Fur grooming

The Beagle has a short, dense and weather-resistant coat that requires little care. This property means that grooming is easy to handle, and a lot of time and effort is not required to keep the dog’s coat in good condition.

History

The Beagle is an old dog breed and is believed to be the oldest among the driving dogs we have today. Traces of the beagle can be traced back to pre-Christian times in Greece. It is said that beagles were brought to Rome when the Roman Empire was at its height and then on to the lands that the Romans occupied. In England, beagles began to be used for hunting during the occupation period. The word “beagle” does not appear in historical sources until the 15th century, but it is believed that these dogs were regularly used for hunting before that time. It is also known that Queen Elisabeth 1st, who ruled in the 16th century, was a big beagle enthusiast.

Advice from the breed club and more information

In general, it is recommended that anyone considering buying a puppy contact the breed club for more information. The breed club is the expert on the breed, has an overview of breeders and has knowledge of the breed’s health. It is also recommended to read the RAS document, which gives a good overview of the breed’s status today and the club’s breeding focus. The breed standard describes the physical and mental characteristics of the breed and is also recommended reading for anyone considering getting a puppy of this breed.We wish you the best of luck in exploring this great breed!