Expect your dog to reach a height of 13 to 15 inches at the shoulder and to weigh about 18 to 30 lbs. Remember that beagles tend to be somewhat stubborn, which means they can be challenging to train. You must be consistent, patient and positive while working with them, providing praise when they do something right. The No. 1 reason people give up beagles is because they couldn't train them. Be prepared to enjoy 12 to 15 years with your beagle, as this is the beagle's average life expectancy.
Beagles are very people-oriented and like to be around humans.
Your beagle should be an inside-outside dog, sleeping indoors at night. A young beagle should not be given the run of the house when no one is home. Inc. How things get done. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy .