English Foxhound vs Beagle Comparison – Which dog is better English Foxhound or English Beagle?

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Name	English Foxhound	Beagle
Origins	England	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Foxhound vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

English Foxhound vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, English Foxhound or Beagle? Is the English Foxhound bigger than the Beagle breed? Is an English Foxhound smaller than a Beagle?	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, English Foxhound or Beagle? English Foxhound vs Beagle weight comparison:	65-70 pounds (29-32 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	67.5 pounds (30.5 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Foxhound or Beagle? Is an English Foxhound taller than a Beagle?	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

English Foxhound vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Foxhound or Beagle? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between English Foxhound and Beagle?	$800-$1200	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, English Foxhound or Beagle?	Frequent: The English Foxhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

English Foxhound vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a English Foxhound or Beagle smarter? Which is best? English Foxhound vs Beagle 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.
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Trainability English Foxhound vs Beagle trainability comparison. What's the difference between English Foxhound vs Beagle?	English Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Foxhound or Beagle?	English Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Foxhound or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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English Foxhound vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Foxhound or Beagle? English Foxhound vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Friendly Gentle Sociable Companionable Tolerant	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between English Foxhound vs Beagle?	English Foxhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Foxhound vs Beagle?	High: English 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.
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Social Needs English Foxhound vs Beagle social needs comparison:	English Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between English Foxhound vs Beagle?	English 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.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between English Foxhound vs Beagle? Which can be better for hunting?	English Foxhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Foxhound vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

English Foxhound vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	English Foxhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Foxhound or Beagle?	English 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.

English Foxhound vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Foxhound or Beagle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an English Foxhound more dangerous than a Beagle?	Low 🔽 The English Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Foxhound vs Beagle mouthiness comparison:	English Foxhound dogs have a higher than 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.

English Foxhound vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Foxhound vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Foxhound vs Beagle?	English 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Foxhound vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Foxhound vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Renal Disease	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: English Foxhound vs Beagle?	Frequent The English 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.
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Life Expectancy English Foxhound vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do English Foxhound and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the English Foxhound and Beagle?	9-13 years The average lifespan of English Foxhound: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Foxhound vs Beagle?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

English Foxhound vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Foxhound or Beagle? English Foxhound vs Beagle energy level comparison:	English Foxhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Foxhound vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Foxhound or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Foxhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Foxhound or Beagle?	English Foxhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Foxhound vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Foxhound or Beagle? Does the English Foxhound breed eat more than the Beagle breed?	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Foxhound vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The English Foxhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Foxhound vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Foxhound vs Beagle coat comparison:	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original English Foxhound and Beagle color? English Foxhound vs Beagle color comparison:	Black Tan White Lemon	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Foxhound or Beagle? English Foxhound vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The English Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Foxhound or Beagle? Do English Foxhound dogs shed more than Beagle dogs?	English Foxhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle 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: English Foxhound or Beagle?	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 English Foxhound vs Beagle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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, English Foxhound or Beagle?	Medium ⏺ The English Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between English Foxhound vs Beagle?	The English 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.

English Foxhound vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Foxhound or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	English Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Foxhound or Beagle?	English Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Foxhound or Beagle?	English Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Foxhound or Beagle? Can an English Foxhound and a Beagle be friends? Do English Foxhound dogs get along with Beagle dogs?	English Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: English Foxhound vs Beagle?	Yes English 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes English Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Foxhound vs Beagle 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: English Foxhound or Beagle? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: English Foxhound vs Beagle?	Not really English Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes 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.
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.

English Foxhound vs Beagle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can English Foxhound and Beagle have? English Foxhound vs Beagle litter size comparison:	5-7 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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English Foxhound vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	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

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