Beagle, small hound dog breed popular as both a pet and a hunter. It looks like a small foxhound and has large brown eyes, hanging ears, and a short coat, usually a combination of black, tan, and white. The Beagle is a solidly built dog, heavy for its height. It generally excels at hunting (called beagling) rabbit or hare and is typically an alert, affectionate dog. There are two varieties recognized by the American Kennel Club and other breeding groups: those standing 13 inches (33 cm) or less at the withers and weighing under 20 pounds (9 kg) and those standing more than 13 inches but not exceeding 15 inches (38 cm) at the withers and weighing 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg).
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