Beagle

Beagle puppies have flapping ears and expressive tails that spin like propellers when they’re happy. They look like little black furry balls when they’re born, but within a few weeks their color will change to the classic hound colors.

The origin of this breed’s name is uncertain; it may be a variant of the Gaelic word beag (“small”), or it may have French roots. Beagles, the smallest pack hounds, rely on their acute sense of smell to chase their quarry, and they alert hunters with their high-pitched barks. This trait is likely to be troublesome if a beagle is selected as a household pet, so they must be trained not to bark excessively.

Also, they are independent dogs, and, although they are cheerful and like attention, they aren’t especially friendly. In addition, this breed tends to overeat, so their food intake must be monitored so that they avoid acquiring a Snoopy-ish gut.

Their short coats don’t shed much and are easy to take care of, but their pendant ears require regular cleaning.

Origin : United Kingdom
Size : (male) Height 13-15 inches ; weight 18-20 pounds
(female) Height 12-14 inches ; weight 13-16 pounds
Coat : Short and smooth, though hard and dens. Colors include white and black and tan; white and lemon are acceptable.