The Beagle is a medium-sized dog breed and a member of the hound group, similar in appearance to a Foxhound but smaller with shorter legs, and with longer, softer ears. As well as making excellent (if not very trainable) pets, Beagles are used for hunting.
A hardy, sturdy squarely-built, small hound, the Beagle has a sleek, easy-care, short coat. The coat is close, hard and of medium length. The Beagle looks like a small English Foxhound. The skull is broad and slightly rounded, and the muzzle is straight and square. The feet are round and strong. The black nose has full nostrils for scenting. The long, wide ears are pendant. The brown or hazel eyes have a characteristic pleading expression. The tail is carried gaily, but never curled over the back.
The Beagle is a strong, muscular dog with a deep chest, straight legs, and round feet. His tail should be set high and carried with a slight curve. The coat of the Beagle is of medium length, hard and close. The preferred colors of the coat
are white on the chest and legs, black on the sides and back and neck and tan elsewhere. However, any hound color is acceptable.