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🐕 Beagle

Curious, merry, and led by an amazing nose

SizeSmall, 20 to 30 lb
EnergyHigh
CoatShort, easy care
Lifespan12 to 15 years
Great withFamilies and other dogs

Meet the Beagle

Beagles are cheerful, sociable scent hounds with endless curiosity. They love company and adventure, and that famous nose leads the way everywhere. A securely fenced space and steady recall work make life much easier.

Friendly, upbeat, and food motivated. Beagles follow their nose, so patience and tasty rewards win the day.

Your first 30 days together

These breed aware tips sit on top of the core plan. Follow them alongside your day by day guide for the smoothest possible start.

  • Use treats to build strong recall from the start
  • Secure your garden, as a Beagle nose loves to wander
  • Provide scent games to satisfy that natural drive
  • Keep meals measured, since Beagles adore their food
  • Offer plenty of company to prevent lonely howling

Grooming and coat care

A weekly brush keeps the short coat neat, with light seasonal shedding. Check those long ears regularly for cleanliness.

Health notes to keep in mind

Share these with your vet at the first visit. They are common points for the breed, not a diagnosis, and your vet is always the best guide for your individual pet.

  • Watch weight closely, as Beagles gain easily
  • Clean the long ears to prevent moisture buildup
  • Keep the mind busy to avoid boredom behaviours
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Always vet first. Breed guides help you prepare, but they never replace a professional. For any health worry, diet change, or unusual sign, please contact your veterinarian.

Recommended gear

Handy picks for a Beagle

A short, sensible kit to cover the early weeks with your new companion.

Safety first
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Both

ID Collar plus Tag

A visible tag brings a lost pet home faster than a chip alone. Add your phone number the day your pet arrives.

$12 one time buy
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Vet friendly
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Puppy essential

Stage One Puppy Food

Match the food your breeder or shelter used for the first two weeks, then transition slowly to avoid an upset tummy.

$32 monthly bag
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Calm helper
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Both

Slow Puzzle Feeder

A puzzle feeder turns mealtime into gentle brain work, which tires out busy puppies and curious kittens alike.

$18 one time buy
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