Brittany Beagle

The Brittany is a medium-sized sporting dog with a compact, athletic build that reflects their tireless working ability in the field. The breed typically stands between 17.5 and 20.5 inches at the shoulder and weighs 30 to 45 pounds, with males being slightly larger than females. Their body is square or slightly longer than tall, featuring a deep chest that provides ample lung capacity for sustained activity. The Brittany moves with a smooth, ground-covering gait that demonstrates their efficiency and endurance as a working gundog. The head of the Brittany is of medium length with a rounded skull and well-defined stop. Their eyes are set well into the skull and are protected by a heavy, expressive brow, conveying an alert, eager expression that is characteristic of the breed. Eye color can range from amber to dark brown, harmonizing with the coat color. The ears are set high, lying flat and close to the head, with little fringe. The muzzle is medium length with a nose that can be brown, fawn, or tan depending on coat color. The Brittany's coat is dense and either flat or wavy, with some feathering on the legs and ears but not so much as to be a hindrance in the field. The most common color patterns are orange and white or liver and white, often in clear or roan patterns. Tricolor individuals with orange and liver markings on white are also seen. Some black and white Brittanys exist, though this coloring is not accepted by all kennel clubs. The breed is naturally either tailless or born with a short tail, though some individuals have longer tails that may be docked in countries where this practice remains legal.

The Beagle is a small to medium-sized scent hound with a solid, sturdy build that belies their compact size. The breed is recognized in two size varieties by the American Kennel Club: those measuring 13 inches and under at the shoulder, weighing under 20 pounds, and those between 13 and 15 inches tall, weighing 20 to 30 pounds. Their body is slightly longer than tall, featuring a deep chest, level back, and well-developed musculature that provides the stamina needed for long hours of tracking game through challenging terrain. The Beagle's head is fairly long with a slightly domed skull and a moderate stop. Their muzzle is medium length, square-cut, and equipped with a broad nose containing an abundance of scent receptors that make them exceptional trackers. The eyes are large, set well apart, and display a soft, pleading expression in shades of brown or hazel that has melted countless hearts. Their long, low-set ears hang close to the cheeks and reach nearly to the end of the nose when drawn forward, designed to funnel scents toward the nose. The Beagle's coat is short, dense, and weather-resistant, providing adequate protection from the elements during outdoor work. According to breed standards, any true hound color is acceptable, though the most common pattern is tricolor featuring a black saddle over a white base with tan markings on the head, ears, and around the saddle area. Other patterns include red and white, lemon and white, and blue tick. The tail is moderately high set, carried cheerfully but not curled over the back, and typically sports a white tip that helps hunters keep track of the dog in heavy brush.