The beagle is another one of those puppies that everyone wants to hold and cuddle with those long floppy ears and sad eyes. They are great for children and families as long as they are given care and attention.

Temperament of your Beagle Puppy

The Beagle puppy is a happy and fun loving one. He loves attention and plenty of playtimes. A matter of fact, without interaction he will become bored quickly. He does great with strangers and children, however, while he is still a puppy he may bite little children; not to harm, but because he is playing. Remember, they are very playful even as adults and may wander off after a prey.

Living Environment for your Beagle Puppy

Apartment life is fine for your new Beagle puppy as long as he gets plenty of exercise. He does better with a small yard to chase butterflies. He is a barker, so your neighbors may not like the barking if he is left outside all the time. He needs both plenty of playtime, but also plenty of attention.

Training your Beagle Puppy

Training should begin at a young age. The Beagle is an easy trainable puppy, but should receive treats when he does well. He does very well with gentle training and should be trained to play with children so he learns not to bite at a young age.

Grooming your Beagle puppy

The Beagle does not really need much grooming. He should be brushed however, quite often as he does shed. Using a small bristle comb to remove dirt from his coat is about all that is needed. You can bathe as often as needed.

Stats

Origin: the origin of the Beagle dates back to Ancient Greece, however, the beagle that we know and love today originated in England

Life expectancy: 12 to 15 years

Diet: Puppies under 4 months of age should be given 3 small meals per day of puppy formula, once they reach 4 months they should be given 2 meals per day of puppy formula until the age of 1 year then adult dog food should be given still twice per day.

Exercise: at least 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day

Health issues: glaucoma, cataracts, dry eye, back problems, hypothyroidism, cherry eye, kidney failure, cancer, progressive retinal atrophy, epilepsy, heart disease, and retinal dysphasia

Height: 14 to 16 inches for males and 13 to 15 inches for females

Weight: 22 to 25 pounds for males and 20 to 23 pounds for females

Colors: tricolour is the most popular; however, Beagles come in many different hound colors

Coat: medium length close to the body and is not soft but is often considered hard.