Thursday, July 5, 2018

Beagles: The 4 Things You May Not Know

By Robin Setser


To say that beagles are popular would be an understatement. Pet owners love them for a number of reasons, ranging from their charming appearances to their generally warm dispositions. How much do you know about these dogs, though? No matter how much you may like them, there exists a bevy of facts that tend to go under the radar. Here are just 4 that will help you admire this breed even more.

First, beagles are popular, not only in real life but popular media as well. The "Peanuts" comic strip is nothing short of recognizable, but were you aware that Snoopy is actually a beagle as well? Even if you're not a fan of the aforementioned comic, or even the animation based off of it, there's a good chance that you're aware of Snoopy. Many people don't know this little tidbit, but there is much more that the likes of Assisi Animal Health can teach you.

Another thing to know about beagles is that they are among the oldest dog breeds in history. While their history is unclear, it's been said that they can be traced back all the way to Ancient Greece. Since that time, they have become an increasingly popular breed. They have been used for hunting in the past but these days, they are viewed as one of the calmest, even-tempered breeds in the world.

Third, beagles have a keen sense of smell, more so than other dog breeds. For those that don't know, the brain cells of a beagle are actually attached to their nose, meaning that they survey their environment through their sense of smell. Have you ever seen a dog pick up the trace of an odor and attempt to track it down, even to the point where they ignore everything else? This is largely due to this trait, which should be noted as well.

Fourth, beagles have some of the most impressive vocal cords of any dog breed in the world. When they bark, their voices tend to carry, which speaks volumes about this trait. As a matter of fact - and this is quite humorous in its own right - the word "beagle" translates to "loudmouth" in French. Few names are better suited for these canines, and it stands as another little-known fact worth shedding light upon.




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