Beagle Guides
Plain-language answers on beagle health, behaviour, and care, with the research linked.
- Puppies
Are Beagles Good With Kids? What Families Should Know
Yes, beagles are widely considered good with children, with caveats about food, supervision and exercise. See what the AKC and vet data say before you decide.
3 min read
- Training
The Beagle Brigade: Why the USDA Uses Beagles to Sniff Out Airport Contraband
Since 1984, beagles in green jackets have worked US airports finding banned fruit and meat. Learn why beagles were chosen and what it means for your own dog's nose.
4 min read
- Puppies
13-Inch vs 15-Inch Beagles: The Two Sizes Explained
The AKC recognises two beagle sizes by height, not weight. See how the 13 and 15 inch varieties came about, how to measure yours, and what pocket beagle means.
3 min read
- Health
How Long Do Beagles Live? 11.3 Years, and What Moves the Number
UK vet records put the median age at death for beagles at 11.3 years, with females living about a year longer. See the data and what owners can influence.
3 min read
- Health
How Much Should a Beagle Weigh? Why Most Pet Beagles Run Heavy
Guides say 20 to 30 lb, yet UK vet records show the typical pet beagle weighs about 40 lb and one in four is obese. Here is how to tell what's right for yours.
4 min read
- Howling
Why Do Beagles Howl? 6 Reasons and What Actually Helps
Beagles howl because they were bred to. Learn the six main triggers, how to tell loneliness from boredom, when howling means a vet visit, and how to cut it down.
5 min read
- Health
Beagle Health Problems: What 3,729 Vet Records Actually Show
A UK study of 3,729 beagle vet records found weight, teeth, ears and nails are the top problems, not rare diseases. Here are the real numbers.
5 min read