The Beagle is
one of the smaller hounds, but there is an immediate impression of
strength and elegance in his small, sturdy body and he has proved himself
an ideal dog as a companion or hunter.
His clean lines, coloring, and above all, his gentle hound
expression have a general appeal from puppy-hood onwards. His gay
affectionate temperament makes him an ideal pet for children, and although
a good watchdog he is never aggressive or savage.
He is a healthy robust dog and easy to feed and care for. \one
meal a day for a fully grown Beagle will keep him in good condition, and
his short dense coat needs only an occasional brush to present a
well-groomed appearance.
His one fault as a pet is his inability to learn road sense.
Being a scent dog he will always follow a scent regardless of traffic, so
that it is imperative to have safe fences to keep him off the road unless
accompanied.
We recommend this attractive breed for the family, for showing
and for hunting .
Wherever you go people will admire the handsome appearance and
appealing nature of your beagle.
At dog exhibition shows dogs are judged according to their
conformation to an official standard. In Australia Beagles are judged
under the English Standard as this is their country of origin. America has
it's own standard with many differences.
