Beagle
The smallest of British pack hounds, Beagles are fun-loving, active dogs that love to be kept busy.



At a glance
Up to 1 hour of exercise a day
Life expectancy of 12+ years
Medium, between 9kg and 14kg
Alert, loving, intelligent
Up to 1 hour of exercise a day
Life expectancy of 12+ years
Medium, between 9kg and 14kg
Alert, loving, intelligent
Beagle – the cheerful, affectionate dog
Originally bred as hunters, Beagles would spend their days working, mainly following scents. With a big heart to match their big ears, they are agile and intelligent companions who make great family dogs, and suit those with an active lifestyle.
Buying or rehoming a Beagle
Getting a new dog, whether you buy or adopt, is a huge commitment and there’s lots of preparation you need to do to be ready. Some things to consider are:
- Prepping your home
- Figuring out what to feed them, and buying the food
- Buying the essentials, such as leads and collars
- Prepping your family, especially any young children
- Securing your garden
- Understanding grooming routines and techniques
- Knowing how much exercise they’ll need
- Considering pet insurance
Fun fact
Queen Elizabeth I owned a pack of miniature Beagles small enough to be carried in a horse saddle pack.
Top 5 health conditions in Beagles
We’ve put together the most common claimed for conditions for Beagles, based on MORE THAN pet insurance customer claims
Condition | Number of claims | Average paid out |
---|---|---|
74 | £613 | |
68 | £967 | |
66 | £123 | |
51 | £906 | |
46 | £1,270 |
Common health issues and problems in Beagles
Beagles are overall considered a healthy breed, with a usual lifespan of over 12 years.
Some health conditions in Beagles can be down to their genetic history, and commonalities within the breed.
Click on the hotspots to find out more about the most common health issues affecting Beagles, as provided by our in-house vet team (October 2022).

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