Beagle
10–15
lifespan (years)
9–11
weight (kg)
medium
size class
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BASED ON AKC BREED DATA
About the Beagle
The Beagle is a happy, curious scent hound — friendly, sturdy, and led almost entirely by its nose. Beagles are long-lived for their size and stay playful for years.
Caring for a Beagle
The nose. A Beagle follows scent everywhere. Keep it leashed or fenced — a Beagle on a trail does not hear you.
Weight. Beagles will eat anything and gain weight easily. Measure food and limit treats.
Exercise. Daily walks and sniffing time keep a Beagle happy. A bored Beagle howls.
Beagle questions
How long do Beagles live?
Beagles typically live 10 to 15 years — a long range for a medium dog.
When is a Beagle a senior?
A Beagle is generally considered senior around age 8 to 9.
Do Beagles age slowly?
Beagles age at a moderate pace — slower than large breeds, a little faster than tiny dogs.
Lifespan data: American Kennel Club breed profile — akc.org/dog-breeds/beagle
Guides about aging in Beagles
- How long do Beagles live? Beagles live 10 to 15 years on average, with epilepsy the leading inherited neurological condition and weight the most controllable factor.
- The multiply-by-seven myth, explained One dog year does not equal seven human years. Here is where the myth came from and what is actually true.
- Dog life stages explained Puppy, adolescent, adult, senior. The four life stages of a dog and what each one needs.
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