The dogs of the Beagle breed have a very friendly and loving nature, so they can accomodate with so many different types of families. Beagles have a high energy level and this is why they need a lot of regular exercise, either in a large yard where they could run and roam around all day long, or accompanying one of the members of their family along his walks or trips.

When people think at Beagles, they imagine a pack of these little guys baying at the top of their lungs as they were hunting or racing after a rabbit-bait. Centuries ago, the breeding of these dogs started in the purpose of hunting and they are designed for chasing rabbits or foxes, but their character makes them also wonderful family pets.

The sense of smell of the Beagle dogs is keen and they have inherited a strong hunting instinct. The dogs of this breed are grouped by the American Kennel Club’s regulation into two varieties by their size, under thirteen inches and between thirteen to fifteen inches. There are no other differences in the physical aspect of the dogs of both Beagle varieties but their size. The eyes of the beagle dogs are dark, their ears droopy and their tails are long. Another characteristic of this breed of dogs is its short coat most commonly colored in different combinations of white, black and tan. There are also dogs with orange, black, or tan coats having white markings.

They are friendly, loving and playful dogs, loyal to their owning families. The dogs of the Beagle breed are wellcomed in the families having children, dogs or other pets. You almost do not need to socialize them as they enjoy the company of people as well as of the other pets in the family. Their owners just need to know this energetic breed of dogs needs a lot of time to play, exercise and walk. You also must insure a fenced yard where they play and a leash when you are walking, as they have a tendency to explore and follow scents. Due to their hunting training, they signal any strange presence through lots of barkings, making good watch dogs, but are not as good at guarding, as it is in their nature to act friendly with strangers.

The beagle dogs’ history begins in England, were these scent hounds were first bred to hunt for rabbits, foxes and squails. They were bred to hunt on packs or in pairs, but they can also hunt well alone, especially when it comes to a small pray. They also make very good tracking dogs or narcotic dogs, due to their excellent sense of smell. The majority of the Beagle dogs living today in the United States are companion dogs, or they are used for hunting and rabbit races.

People who are wanting for an affectionate breed of dogs that love to play with children and enjoy the family companionship can find in the Beagles the ideal dogs for them.

The history of the beagle originates in England. The beagle has a keen sense of smell. They also make very good tacking dogs or narcotic dogs.