Beagle Facts
Canis lupus familiaris
Beagles are compact scent hounds developed to follow rabbits and hares, often while working in packs. Their strong noses, sociable temperament, and manageable size also make them popular companion dogs.
- Habitat
- Domestic
- Diet
- Balanced domestic dog diet
- Lifespan
- 10–15 years
Beagle Facts at a Glance
Beagles are compact scent hounds developed to follow rabbits and hares, often while working in packs. Their strong noses, sociable temperament, and manageable size also make them popular companion dogs.
It belongs to the family Canidae in the order Carnivora. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; source links below support further reading.
Beagle Habitat
Beagles live in Domestic habitats across England and worldwide. Their range depends on places that provide suitable food, shelter, and conditions for raising young.
What Do Beagles Eat?
Beagles are omnivore animals. Their diet includes Balanced domestic dog diet, and the food available in their habitat shapes how they find, hunt, or forage for meals.
Beagle Lifespan, Size, and Weight
A beagle typically lives for 10–15 years. Adults measure about Up to 38 cm at the shoulder and weigh around Up to 14 kg; these ranges can vary with sex, age, habitat, and access to food.
Beagle Conservation Status
Beagle is listed here as Not evaluated. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Region
- England and worldwide
- Habitat
- Domestic
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- 10–15 years
- Size
- Up to 38 cm at the shoulder
- Weight
- Up to 14 kg
Fun facts
- Beagles were bred to follow scent trails while hunting in packs.
- Many have a white-tipped tail that remains visible above vegetation.
- Their vocal range includes a bark, a howl, and a yodel-like bay.
- Long ears help keep scent close to the nose while tracking.
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