Beagle
Beagles are not good protection or guard dogs because
they're usually friendly to everyone they meet. The beagle has one of the best
developed senses of smell of any dog. Beagles are used to detect food items in luggage
being taken into the United States.
History –
The
origin of the beagle is not known.
The
modern breed was developed in Great Britain around the 1830s from several
breeds, including the Talbot Hound, the North Country Beagle, the Southern Hound,
and possibly the Harrier.
The beagle was developed primarily for hunting hare.
Personality
and Appearances – Beagle is a scent hound. Beagles are gentle,
funny and their naughty behaviour will make you laugh. Beagles are excellent
with children and this is one of the reasons they have become popular family
pets.
They have broader head and shorter muzzle. They have big
brown eyes and square, floppy ears, the beagle is a popular small to mid-sized
hound breed. Two-colour varieties always have a white base colour with areas of
the second colour. Tan and white is the most common two-colour variety, but
there is a wide range of other colours.
The long ears and large lips of the beagle probably assist
in trapping the scents close to the nose. Be sure he's microchipped and wearing
identification tags on his collar so he can be turned to you in case he/she
escapes.
Height - 13-15 inches
Weight - 9-12 Kg
Coat - Short, smooth and dense coat
Colour- Black, Tan, White (tri colour)
Life - 10-15 Years
Litter Size - 1-10
Health - They
are prone to types of disk diseases. Hip dysplasia is common in beagle. Hypothyroidism and
a number of types of dwarfism occur
in beagles. It’s important to remember that dogs of any breed can suffer from
health issues throughout their lives. A good pet insurance plan can help you
prepare to give your dog the care they need at any age.
Grooming
- Spring
is shedding season. Weekly brushing Beagles don't need to be bathed too often. Trimming
nails and cleaning ear should be part of grooming routine.
Exercise –
Walks
must always be taken on a leash, because as a scent hound with a very strong
hunting instinct and they will not be able to resist the urge to run off in
pursuit of a compelling scent. A Beagle who is left alone inside or outside for
long periods of time will tend to become destructive. They bark excessively if
left alone. Short daily walk and indoor playtime will satisfy them.
Training
- The
obedience training early on (while they are puppies) will help them develop
into a well-adjusted, well-mannered adult. Beagles are intelligent but, as a
result of being bred for the long chase, are single-minded and determined,
which can make them hard to train.
Food - The
Beagle should do well on a high-quality dog food. Check with your vet if you
have any concern about your dog’s weight and diet. Watch your dog’s calorie
consumption and weight level to protect from overweight.
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