Beagle vs Bloodhound

Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health

Beagle
Category
Bloodhound

📏 Physical Stats

20 - 35
Weight (lbs)
80 - 110
13 - 15
Height (inches)
23 - 27
13 - 16 years
Life Expectancy
8 - 10 years
Hound
Breed Group
Hound
Great Britain
Origin
Belgium
Rabbit, hare hunting
Bred For
Trailing

⚡ Temperament & Traits

Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.

4/5
Better
Energy Level
2/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Good with Children
5/5
5/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
Better

💰 Cost of Ownership

Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Annual Cost
$2,077
Beagle
vs
Annual Cost
$3,286
Bloodhound
Beagle
Expense
Bloodhound
$2,077
Lower ✓
Annual Cost
$3,286
$2,797
Lower ✓
First Year
$4,006
$30,837
Lifetime Total
$30,294
Lower ✓
$552
Lower ✓
Food (annual)
$1,116
$630
Lower ✓
Vet Care (annual)
$735
$210
Lower ✓
Grooming (annual)
$330
$660
Lower ✓
Insurance (annual)
$1,080
$55
Lower ✓
Insurance (monthly)
$90

Over their lifetimes, a Bloodhound (~9 yrs) costs approximately $543 less than a Beagle (~15 yrs) in total.

🏥 Health Considerations

Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.

🐾 Temperament

Beagle

Amiable, Even Tempered, Excitable, Determined, Gentle, Intelligent, Affectionate, Quiet, Curious, Friendly, Loyal, Playful, Brave

Bloodhound

Stubborn, Affectionate, Gentle, Even Tempered, Playful, Friendly, Curious, Sweet, Obedient, Respectful, Protective