Welsh Terrier vs Beagle

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

Welsh Terrier
Category
Beagle

📏 Physical Stats

18 - 22
Weight (lbs)
20 - 35
14 - 16
Height (inches)
13 - 15
12 - 15 years
Life Expectancy
13 - 16 years
Terrier
Breed Group
Hound
Wales
Origin
Great Britain
Fox, badger, and otter hunting
Bred For
Rabbit, hare hunting

⚡ Temperament & Traits

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

4/5
Energy Level
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Good with Children
5/5
Better
3/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
Better
4/5
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
$2,096
Welsh Terrier
vs
Annual Cost
$2,077
Beagle
Welsh Terrier
Expense
Beagle
$2,096
Annual Cost
$2,077
Lower ✓
$2,816
First Year
$2,797
Lower ✓
$29,016
Lower ✓
Lifetime Total
$30,837
$336
Lower ✓
Food (annual)
$552
$515
Lower ✓
Vet Care (annual)
$630
$560
Grooming (annual)
$210
Lower ✓
$660
Insurance (annual)
$660
$55
Insurance (monthly)
$55

Over their lifetimes, a Welsh Terrier (~14 yrs) costs approximately $1,821 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

Welsh Terrier

Friendly, Spirited, Alert, Intelligent, Bold, Loyal, Playful, Curious, Confident, Affectionate

Beagle

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