Hound · United Kingdom
Beagle
A nose on four legs. Cheerful, sociable and almost impossible to talk out of a good smell.
- They usually live
- 12–15 years
- Roughly, per year
- €1100–1800
What people love about them
- Genuinely friendly with everyone
- Sturdy and easy-going with children
- Loves other dogs
- Short coat, simple to keep
A few things worth thinking about
- Recall is hard work — the nose usually wins
- Bays and howls when bored
- Will eat anything left out
- Needs a secure garden
What they're like
Size
Energy
Exercise needs
Mental stimulation
Trainability
Sociability
Affection
Independence
Good with children
Good with other dogs
Apartment suitability
Tolerance of being alone
Shedding
Grooming
Barking
First-time owner suitability
Some breeds shed less than others, which people with allergies sometimes find easier to live with. But no dog is completely allergy-free, and reactions vary from person to person.