All around the world, there are a lot of Beagle lovers. They love it so much that they make a national beagle day of it. It was first organized in 2017.
And, of course, this lovely and helpful pet should have a day of its own. And the day is April 22nd. This is a kind of chance for Beagle lovers to celebrate the day with this loving, friendly dog. On this day, Beagle lovers may come together to share their experiences, how they feel and what they love about their dog.
Beagle
The beagle is a small scent hound. It possesses a great sense of smell, and its tracking skills are also superior. This modern beagle breed was developed around 1830 in Great Britain. This is the modern breed. Before this, there were several other varieties.
History
The Oxford English Dictionary says the word “Beagle” first appeared in 1475 in the English novel “The Squire of Low Degree.” The name Beagle may have originated from the French word “begueule”, which means “open throat”.
The Beagle is small in size. It somewhat looks like a smaller foxhound. It has a deep chest, short legs, and long floppy ears. Its nose is broad and it has a long tail that is held high. Its color is a combination of black, tan, and white. Their height is generally 13 to 16 inches. Their weight is generally 18 to 35 lb. The female beagles are a little smaller than the males.
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Nature
This pet is easygoing. It is friendly with other pets and people. This is not an aggressive dog. Beagle is a very loveable family pet. Its excellent behavior with children makes it a family pet. It can be used as a hunter. This is a multipurpose dog. Its use depends on the user. Usually, this is an amiable dog. This is a scent hound that sharpens its tracking ability as well. Because of their temperament, they are used as guards too. Beagles are also used as detectors.
Lifespan & Grooming
Beagle’s health is good. Its lifespan is 12 to 15 years. It does not have any inherited diseases. But there is one little thing that should be taken care of, and that is its ear. Its ear is easily infectable, so it should keep it clean. Bruising its teeth and trimming its nails are also very important to keep it healthy. Beagles may be affected by epilepsy but can be controlled by treatment. Hypothyroidism or dwarfism can also affect the Beagle.
Multi-use of Beagle
In America every year, around 65,000 of these kinds of dogs are used for medical, chemical, and cosmetic tests. These kinds of dogs are also used for research purposes; for example, for biological research, applied to human and veterinary medicine, for the protection of man and animals, etc.
In Australia, Beagles perform as one of the best sniffers, also detecting termites. It can be the best companion for both the young and the aged.
Beagle became part of the rescue squad in Haiti in 2010 after the earthquake.
How to Celebrate National Beagle Day
National Beagle Day can be observed in a variety of ways. Since it’s usually a low-key day, the main choice about how to celebrate is yours. If there’s a local event, you can attend it. One reasonably well-liked dog breed is the beagle. Consequently, it’s likely that there are other Beagle owners nearby. There are numerous charities with a Beagle focus. On this day, if you have a little extra money, think about giving to one of these charities.
National Beagle day: References
In English literature, Beagle’s been presented several times since the Elizabethan period.
Shakespeare: “ Sir Toby Belch: What’s a Beagle, true-bred, and one that adores me: what o’ that? “
Twelfth Night, Act II, Scene III
Webster: “Mistress Tenterhook: You are a sweet beagle.” Westward Ho!Act III Scene IV: 2
Dryden: “The rest is in the shape of a beagle’s whelp throughout, with a broader forehead and a sharper snout.” In The Cock and the Fox, and again: “About her feet were little beagles seen” in Palamon and Arcite.
