• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Beagles: This breed of dog is small to medium sized scent hound with short legs and a smooth coat. Bred to hunt small game such as rabbits and vermin.
  • Temperament: Very friendly, playful and affectionate
  • They are considered suitable as a family pet  
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Beagles range from 18 - 30 pounds
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 13 - 15 inches to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Beagles and Nicknames: Snoopy or the English beagle
• Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Beagles: The coat is normally xx and comes in a range of colors including xx short, dense and weatherproof. Usually three colors such as white with large black and light brown patches
• Fact 7 - Life of Beagles: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 15 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Beagles is the Hound dog breed
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
  • After 2 years, they are equivalent to a 24 year old
  • After 3 years, they are equivalent to a 30 year old
  • Every year after  add five human years to determine the equivalent age of the dog
• Fact 10 - Choosing Beagles as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are Beagles suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Beagles are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Eye problems - Glaucoma
  • - Hip and Elbow Dysplasia (abnormal development of joints referred to as CHD - Canine Hip and Elbow Dysplasia)
• Fact 12 - Beagles were originally bred to help with various jobs and tasks such as:
  • - Tracking
  • - Running down small prey
  • - Flushing out small game
  • - Guarding
• Fact 13 - Breeding Beagles for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Beagles

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