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From ancient times beagles were used as hunting dogs in Greece and France. In the 11th century Great Britain adopted the beagle from France and it became popular with the monarchy. There existed Glove Beagles, Pocket Beagle (named for their size-about 9 inches- which needed assistance in crossing rough fields, but were especially loved by ladies who could follow the hunt thanks to the dogs) and Singing Beagles (named for the voice). Due to the popularity of fox hunting, the foxhound became more popular than the beagle. In the beginning of the 19th century the precursors of the modern beagle were established. They were excellent pack hounds trained to track foxes. In 1876 beagles appeared in America. The American beagle is smaller because it was bred for rabbit hunting.

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Nowadays there exist many beagle clubs, which hold field trials. The beagle can hunt various games: rabbits, hare, raccoons, and birds. As a natural born hunter the beagle cannot be called obedient, it is easily distracted by scents and moving objects, setting its own rules. So it can be dangerous to leave the beagle with babies. (But they are ideal for children after 5.) These dogs like to grab and chew things. Being overexcited they can cause injury. That's why it's vitally important to socialize them properly.

Another problem with beagles is that they roam and may never return home or may become a target for thieves. The fact is that beagles are valuable to research laboratories as experimental animals because of the eagerness to please, loyalty and friendliness.

On the other hand beagles are rather inexpensive to keep, requiring little care. They don't need frequent cleaning. This dog has multitude of talents: it retrieves on land and water, seeks and chases. Some dig and climb. He is a faithful, loyal friend who loves and trusts everyone (but due to this he can hardly be used for protection). He even can open a refrigerator and you should have a beagle-proof lock. The beagle can be used as a therapy dog and a companion for elderly people. USDA uses beagles for detecting prohibited plants, animals and their products, arson accelerants at fires and even termites.

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