Medium Dog Breed: Beagle
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Male:
Average Height: 13-15" Weight: 18-30 lb
Female:
Average Height: 13-15" Weight: 18-30 lb
Life span is 12-15 years
The Beagle breed originated in England back in the 1300's and was used primarily for hunting - primarily rabbit hunting and is still used in this capacity to this day. It is popular today with hunters as well as familys as this amiable hound makes a great addition to the family.
Temperament
The Beagle needs companionship either from humans or with other dogs. If it is exercised sufficiently, it can be a calm house pet. It is very gentle and very tolerant and with these traits can make an excellent choice with familys with small children. It barks and howls.
Upkeep and Health
The Beagle requires daily exercise - a walk or romp in the yard is sufficient. It can live outdoors in temperate temperatures as long as warm bedding and shelter is available. Although, it requires companionship so is most happy with a balance of yard and house.
Major health concerns include intervertebral disk disease and CHD.
Minor helth concerns include glaucoma, epilepsy, CPRA, hypothyroidism, patellar luxation, KCS, chondrodysplasia, and distichiasis.