One of my favorite dog breeds is the all-American Beagle. Its good-natured charm and loving personality make it a great family pet. Its stubborn personality also make it a unique animal with a need for training.
Beagles were originally developed for hunters in 16th century England. The breed proved to be a fantastic hunting companion, catching rabbits and other small prey for their owners. Over time, the breed was refined in England and America making it one of the most popular breeds available. Although many are still used in hunting packs, they also function exceptionally well as a loving family member.
As with all breeds, Beagles are predisposed to have certain health issues. Problems associated with Beagles include epilepsy, hypothyroidism, invertebral disk disease and Progressive Retinal Atrophy(PRA).
In my personal experience, Beagles are fun loving dogs who are always up for adventure. My old beagle, Buck, had the typical persona of beagles: stubborn and excitable. A favorite story of my parents about Buck was the time he escaped from his leash at the park. He took off and ran until he decided to stop, never waiting for either of my parents to catch him. He did allow them to get within arm's reach and then shoot of in the other direction. His antics were always playful and exciting, even if they were somewhat troublesome for us! He was a great family dog. I would definitely recommend beagles to anyone in search of a loving and amazing companion.
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