Beagle tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Sarplaninac has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Friendly
Independent
Lively
Sweet
Gentle
Intelligent
Loving

Independent
Devoted
Protective
Calm
Intelligent
Reliable

Avoid Beagles as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Sarplaninacs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

England

Macedonia
Serbia

Talbot Hound, North Country Beagle, Southern Hound

Molosser

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

American Canine Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

1300s

Ancient

Hound (AKC:1885)
Scenthound (UKC)

Guardian Dog (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Pied
White
Brown
Red
Black

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brown

Beagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Sarplaninacs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Sarplaninac can have a litter of 12-13 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.

Sarplaninacs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Beagle breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Sarplaninacs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Epilepsy

Patellar Luxation
Obesity

Eye
Hip
Heart
MRI
Full Body Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Eye Tests
Blood Panel

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

Sarplaninacs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Sarplaninac has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Beagles require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Sarplaninacs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Beagles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Sarplaninacs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Beagle minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Sarplaninac drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

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

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

Beagle dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Sarplaninac dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Walk, Run, Hunt, Walking, Petting, Running, Sniffing, Pets, Sniff, Relaxing, Eating Snacks, Sniffin, Cuddles, Barking, Playing, Howling, Jumping high, Belly rubs, Cuddling, Play, Frisbee, Parks, Exploring, Fetch, Sleeping, Shake, Tracking, Searching, Tag, Tug-of-war

Going for walks

Beagles are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Sarplaninacs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Sarplaninac, it's at least 18 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 Sarplaninacs usually need at least 65 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 Sarplaninac has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Beagle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Sarplaninac should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
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 77-99 pound (35 - 45 kg) Sarplaninac feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Sarplaninac is somewhere $2.80 - $3.50 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 Sarplaninac is between $84 - $105. This makes an average of $1008 - $1260 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.

Sarplaninacs 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.

Sarplaninacs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Sarplaninac is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Sarplaninacs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Beagles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Sarplaninacs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Sarplaninacs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Sarplaninacs 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.

Sarplaninacs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Beagles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Sarplaninacs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.