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Name	American Foxhound	Beagle	Jagdterrier
Origins	United States	England	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	English Beagle	German Hunt Terrier German Hunting Terrier German Jagdterrier Deutscher Jagdterrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? Which is the smallest dog, American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	Large	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, American Foxhound or Beagle or Beagle? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier weight comparison:	65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	20-22 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	21 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier height comparison:	21-25 inches (53-64 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$500-$800	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	Frequent: The American Foxhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier trainability comparison.	American Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	American Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Loyal Tempered Kind Sweet	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Courageous Intelligent Reliable Sociable Strong Willed Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	American Foxhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier?	High: American Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Jagdterrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier social needs comparison:	American Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Jagdterrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Foxhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier playfulness comparison:	The American Foxhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Jagdterriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier?	A lot: American Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Jagdterrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the American Foxhound breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Jagdterrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	American Foxhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Jagdterrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	American Foxhound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Jagdterrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jagdterrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The American Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Jagdterrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier mouthiness comparison:	American Foxhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier?	American Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Jagdterriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Primary Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The American Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Jagdterrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier lifespan comparison. How long do American Foxhound, Beagle and Jagdterrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Foxhound: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Jagdterrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American Foxhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier energy level comparison:	American Foxhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Jagdterrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Foxhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Jagdterrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	American Foxhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Jagdterrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The American Foxhound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Jagdterrier has good luck with genetics. See more.
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American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier coat comparison:	Rough	Dense	Wiry Smooth
Colors What are the original American Foxhound, Beagle and Jagdterrier color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Tan Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jagdterrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? American Foxhound or Beagle or {name3 shedding:	American Foxhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier?	Medium ⏺ The American Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jagdterrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jagdterrier is an average drooler. See more.

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Jagdterrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? Which dog is more friendly?	American Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	American Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	American Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Jagdterrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier?	American Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier?	Yes American Foxhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jagdterrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes American Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jagdterrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Jagdterriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Foxhound or Beagle or Jagdterrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier?	Not really American Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Jagdterrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Foxhound and Beagle and Jagdterrier have?	5-7 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7	3-8 puppies
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American Foxhound vs Beagle vs Jagdterrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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