Deciding on a dog is an exciting opportunity to pick a beloved member of the family. With so many different breeds to choose from, it can be difficult to know what type of dog is the perfect match for you and your family. The beagle is a very popular dog for families for a variety of reasons.

The beagle is small in size, which makes it a very attractive breed, especially for those with small homes. It’s much easier to handle a beagle while taking her for a walk, and you don’t have to worry about a large breed taking up too much space in the house or knocking things over in close quarters. If you have small children, a beagle is great because the dog is more their size. There can be a level of safety concerns when children are playing with dogs much larger than they are, though of course, all time children spend playing with the family pet should be monitored for their safety.  Continue reading →