Rottweiler vs Beagle Comparison – Which dog is better Rott or English Beagle?

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Name	Rottweiler	Beagle
Origins	Germany	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	8	6
Reviews	11	10
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Rottweiler or Beagle? Is the Rottweiler bigger than the Beagle breed? Is a Rottweiler smaller than a Beagle?	Large Giant	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Beagle? Rottweiler vs Beagle weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 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?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Beagle? Is a Rottweiler taller than a Beagle?	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Beagle? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Rottweiler and Beagle?	$1200-$2000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Beagle?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Rottweiler or Beagle smarter? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Beagle intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rottweiler vs Beagle trainability comparison. What's the difference between Rottweiler vs Beagle?	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Beagle?	Rottweiler dogs are one of 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 Rottweiler or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Rottweiler vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Beagle? Rottweiler vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs Beagle?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Rottweiler vs Beagle?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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 Rottweiler vs Beagle?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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 Rottweiler vs Beagle? Which can be better for hunting?	Rottweiler 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, 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: Rottweiler vs Beagle?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. 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 Rottweiler or Beagle?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Beagle?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rottweiler vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Beagle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler 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 a Rottweiler more dangerous than a Beagle?	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Beagle mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler 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.

Rottweiler vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Beagle?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	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: Rottweiler vs Beagle?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Rottweiler and Beagle?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 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: Rottweiler vs Beagle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Rottweiler vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Beagle? Does the Rottweiler breed eat more than the Beagle breed?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rottweiler vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Beagle coat comparison:	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Rottweiler and Beagle color? Rottweiler vs Beagle color comparison:	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Beagle? Rottweiler vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler or Beagle? Do Rottweiler dogs shed more than Beagle dogs?	Rottweiler 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: Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler vs Beagle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rottweiler or Beagle?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler vs Beagle?	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rottweiler vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	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 Rottweiler or Beagle?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Beagle?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Beagle? Can a Rottweiler and a Beagle be friends? Do Rottweiler dogs get along with Beagle dogs?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rottweiler vs Beagle?	Yes Rottweiler 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?	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Beagle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Rottweiler or Beagle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Rottweiler vs Beagle?	Not really Rottweiler 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?	Yes 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler and Beagle have? Rottweiler vs Beagle litter size comparison:	8-12 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Rottweiler vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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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