Looking to adopt a pet? The beagle is one of the many hound breeds, which are bred as scent hunters. Although still an excellent hunting dog, the beagle has become equally sought after as a family pet. According to the AKC Registration Statistics (www.akc.org/reg/dogreg_stats.cfm), the beagle is currently the fifth most popular breed. Its even temperament, high energy and low maintenance make the beagle a good first pet for a child. The only precaution is to make sure it gets obedience training early in life, as this hound breed has a tendency to follow its nose, shutting out commands. In an overview on beagles, you will discover if the beagle is the dog for you.

Description

As one of the medium-sized hound breeds, the beagle has a square-shaped body and a medium-sized muzzle with