Beagles are the best housepets.Origins of the Beagle are unknown, although small hounds called Beagles have been known of since at least the 1300s. These dogs were used for hunting small game such as the hare and quail.
The breed as it is known today was bred during the mid-nineteenth century at the kennel of Parson Honeywood in England.
Although there was a type of dog in the United States that was also called the Beagle, breeders in the American South began importing the English version in the late nineteenth century. The United States National Beagle Club, founded on the English type was formed in 1888. These dogs began to be used in field trials and were soon divided into two classes, based on height: thirteen to fifteen inches and under thirteen inches. The height limit in England is sixteen inches.
The major qualities of the Beagle are that he has admirable courage and stamina. He is gentle, trustworthy, and cheerful.
The Beagle has the appearance of a miniature Foxhound. He has a square body. His head is moderately long and slightly domed with ears that set low and hang down the side of the cheek. The ears are to be long enough that, when stretched forward, they will reach the end of the nose. The Beagle is a strong, muscular dog with a deep chest, straight legs, and round feet. His tail should be set high and carried with a slight curve. The coat of the Beagle is of medium length, hard and close. The preferred colors of the coat are white on the chest and legs, black on the sides and back and neck and tan elsewhere. However, any hound color is acceptable.
As a Beagle I just want it to say that we Beagles Rule, because we are the cutest and tiniest dogs just like me and my friend in the picture!!
pd. ;) No ofense to my friends from other breeds!!!
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