Friendly
Independent
Lively
Sweet
Gentle
Intelligent
Loving

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured

Avoid Beagles as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Rottafs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Talbot Hound, North Country Beagle, Southern Hound

Rottweiler, Afghan Hound

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club

1300s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Pied
White
Brown
Red
Black

Black
Gray
Brown

A Beagle can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Rottaf can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Beagles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Rottafs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Aortic Stenosis

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Epilepsy

Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hip
Heart
MRI
Full Body Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel

Beagles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Rottafs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Beagle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Rottaf has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Beagle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Rottaf dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Beagle, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Rottaf, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Beagles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Rottafs usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Beagle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Rottaf requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Beagle feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 85-95 pound (39 - 43 kg) Rottaf feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Beagle is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average cost of a Rottaf is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Beagle is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Rottaf is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Beagle has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Rottafs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Beagles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Rottaf is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Beagles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Rottafs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Beagles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Rottafs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Beagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Rottafs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Beagles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Rottafs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.