The Beagle is a very popular breed of dog. They make excellent pets due to their great temperament and gentle disposition. However, they can be a handful due to their stubbornness. Make sure this is the breed you want before getting one.

The Beagle probably developed by crossing the Harrier and other hounds in England. It has been used to hunt pheasant, hare and quail. You can hunt alone, in pairs, or in packs. Due to their excellent sense of smell, they are also used for the detection of narcotics. Unfortunately, they are also used for medical experimentation due to their uniformity in size.

The Beagle is very sweet, gentle, brave, intelligent, curious and cheerful. They are very sociable and love everyone! They are also excellent with children and other dogs, but should not be trusted with cats or other animals unless they were introduced at a very young age. They are never aggressive.

Beagles can be very stubborn dogs. When you train them, you must be very firm and patient. Every time they smell something, they usually go exploring and don’t hear you telling them to come back. They will follow a scent and will not be on the lookout for cars or other hazards. For this reason, be sure to keep them tied when you are outside. Beagles can be difficult to train for many people because they have a very strong will.

Because Beagles are so sociable, they hate being alone. If you are going to be away a lot, I recommend that you get two Beagles to keep each other company. This dog is used to traveling in packs, so he would love to have a friend. If they are kept alone too long, they are prone to separation anxiety.

Beagles don’t bark like normal dogs do. Their barking is described as barking howling or howling. It is very noisy and can be very annoying. Your neighbors may not appreciate all the noise. When this dog was used for hunting, its bark was a hunter’s delight!

The Beagle is a very energetic dog and needs a lot of exercise. It is best if you have a good size patio for them to run around. Daily walks are also recommended. Just be sure to put this dog on a leash for a walk or else he’ll probably run off looking for something.

Beagles are a very healthy breed and typically live twelve to fifteen years. However, there are some common health problems to be aware of. Due to their long, flexible ears, air cannot reach their ear canal, sometimes causing moisture to build up. Try to keep the water out of your ears so you don’t get ear infections. You should also check and clean your ears regularly.

Another problem to be aware of is distichiasis, which occurs when the eyelashes grow towards the eyes. If this happens, surgery is often required to remove the eyelashes.

Obesity is another problem for this breed. Make sure you don’t overfeed this dog. You should be able to feel his ribs. Gaining too much weight can lead to heart problems or hip dysplasia. Make sure they get enough exercise, too.

If you are considering owning this dog, make sure you understand how to care for him. They make excellent pets and are extremely happy and energetic dogs!