Dog's Name & Age:
Miles - 14
In a Word, My Beagle Is…
Loving.
Best Characteristics of the Breed
Always a puppy.
Most Challenging Characteristics of the Breed
Howling.
When, Where and How I Got My Beagle:
I was at the dog shelter purchasing food for my Cairn, and someone mentioned a Beagle puppy just being brought in. I dashed back to see him (only 7 weeks old!) and claimed him as mine. He had only been brought in 2 hours earlier, and hadn't even been processed. I brought him home that night and he was attached to me until he passed away last year. The previous owners claimed they were moving and couldn't keep him, but I doubt this was true. I think it was because he was so NOISY! Very verbal guy - always commenting on everything and anything!!
I'd Describe My Dog As…
Miles was the most affectionate dog I've ever owned. Although he howled when we'd leave the house, all of the neighbors loved him so much that they didn't mind. One of them even kept a box of biscuits, and would dole them out to him when he couldn't stop on his own. He was a bit overweight, as most Beagles are, but was running in the park the day before he passed away. He had problems with fatty lumps as he aged, but never missed a meal!
Advice
- Only if you're planning on walking and walking and walking will a beagle work for you. And be sure your neighbors are forewarned; there are several beagles in our neighborhood and you can hear their howls blocks away. Lucky for them they are so adorable! Miles was very good with children and never, ever nipped or growled at them. I would recommend a Beagle for any active family that is dedicated to exercising daily.
