Bloodhound vs Beagle

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

Bloodhound
Category
Beagle

📏 Physical Stats

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

⚡ Temperament & Traits

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

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

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

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

Bloodhound

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

Beagle

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