Outright
Energetic
Quick
Gentle
Friendly

Active
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Kerry Beagles are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Poogles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Poogles aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Ireland

United States

Southern, Celtic Hounds

Poodle and Beagle

16th century

1980

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Blue

Black
Brown
White
Red
Silver
Gray
Silver

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

Poogles have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Kerry Beagle can have a litter of 10-14 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 Poogle can have a litter of 2-14 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip Dysplasia
Peridontal Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Full Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

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

Poogles are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Poogles need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Kerry Beagles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Poogles bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking, Playing, Chilling, Running

Walking

Kerry Beagles 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.

Poogles 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Kerry Beagle, it's at least 14 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 Poogle, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Kerry 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 Poogles usually need at least 45 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 Kerry Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

In general Kerry Beagle should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Poogle 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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Kerry Beagle feed 2.5 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 11-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Poogle feed 1 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 per month expenses of a Kerry Beagle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Poogle 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.

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

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

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

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

Kerry Beagles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Poogles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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