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Hound Group
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Head: |
The Beagle's skull is relatively long and slightly domed.
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Eyes: |
A Beagle's eyes are large and set well apart from each other. They should be brown or hazel in color. Beagles have a soft, gentle expression.
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Ears: |
The Beagle has large, broad, long ears that hang close to their head. Their ears are set relatively low on their head compared to other breeds. The front edge of their ears makes a slight turn inward toward the cheek and the tip is rounded. A Beagle's ears are soft and fine to the touch.
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Muzzle: |
A Beagle's muzzle is medium length, straight and relatively square in shape. Beagles have large and open nostrils which are good for hunting and tracking.
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Neck: |
A Beagle's neck should be of medium length, strong and rise free and light from their shoulders. Their throat should not have any folds of skin except for a slight wrinkle just below the angle of the jaw.
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Body: |
A Beagle should have strong, sloping shoulders. Beagles have a deep, broad chest. Their back should be short, muscular and strong.
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Forequarters: |
A Beagle should have short, straight forelegs.
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Hindquarters: |
The hips and thighs of a Beagle should be strong and well muscled, giving them their propelling power.
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Feet: |
The feet of a Beagle should be round and firm with full, hard pads.
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Tail: |
The tail of a Beagle short when compared to the overall size of the dog and should be set moderately high and carried happily. Their tail should not be bent forward over their back, but can have a slight curve to it.
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Color: |
Any true hound color.
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Coat: |
A Beagle's coat should be close, firm and of medium length.
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Breed Information
