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Rescue a Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle
Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle Puppies for Sale
Queen Elizabeth Pocket
Beagle
Strawberry the Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle. "She likes playing with her toys and our puppy Beagle Chester. Although they don't like rainy days like today because they need to be inside all day, they love taking naps together. We have taught them not to beg for food using some of Cesar's techniques. The humans eat first, then we feed the dogs. People are surprised that our Beagles don't try to take our food while we eat."
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Pronunciation |
Beagle |
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Description |
The Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle comes in two different body types. The first type is described as a thin, elegant dog, athletic in appearance, intelligent, with long legs, longer features, and grace. The second type is described as a baby faced, stockier dog. He appears young and puppy like, with playfulness and a gentle expression. The head is in proportion to the body. Skull- fairly long, slightly domed, not too narrow or too broad. Ears set near moderately low, long, rounded, not narrow. The ears should not be excessively heavy. The muzzle is of fair length and straight with the top moderately defined, not roman nosed or thin. It is proportional to the face. The muzzle can be moderately square cut or rounded, but should not be pointy or dish shaped. It should come to a blunt end. The chin definite enough to preclude snippiness. The teeth meet in a scissor bite. Eyes large and round, with a gentle, soft, and intelligent expression. Any eye color is allowed. The skin covers well and is not excessively loose. The neck should be well proportioned to the body, not too thick and not too thin. The neck can be of medium length to moderately long but is never short or excessively long. The throat should be clean and free from folds of skin. Shoulders sloping, are clean, muscular, not heavy or loaded, conveying the idea of freedom of action with activity. The back is moderate to medium in length. The length from back of the front leg to stop of the tail preferred at a ratio of no more than 1:5 compared to height. The overall substance of the dog should be proportionate, without being overly light or cloddy. The hindquarters are strong and cleanly muscled. The tail is moderate as compared with the size of the hound free of kinks or twists. Tail set may vary so long as it is not carried tightly onto the back. The coat is short to medium and sleek with good hair coverage. The Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle may have a softer coat or a slightly harsher hound type coat. All colors are allowed. |
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Temperament |
The Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle is
a family dog first. They have less of a hunting instinct than most other
hounds. Preferably less vocal than most hunting hounds, they demonstrate lesser
prey drive and activity level, making them more suited to the sedentary life of
a house pet. The Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle is a gentle, sweet, lively and
curious dog that just loves everyone! A happy little tail-wagger! Sociable,
brave and intelligent. Calm and loving. Excellent with children and generally
good with other dogs, but should not be trusted with non-canine pets, unless
they are socialized with cats and other household animals when they are young.
They are more off lead reliable even for more populated conditions than a lot of
other hound breeds are. This breed doesn't like being left alone. Consider
buying two if you will be gone a lot. This breed needs a firm, but calm, confident, consistent pack leader along with daily pack walks in order to be mentally stable. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: Standard - 9-13 inches (23-33 cm.)
Height: Miniature 5-11 inches (12-28 cm.)
Weight Standard: 12 - 20 pounds (5.4 - 9 kg.)
Weight Miniature: 4 - 11 pounds (1.8 - 5 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
No
known genetic health disorders found. A corn based diet should be avoided as it
can break down the dogs immunity to skin and parasite conditions. Breeders
recommend using Revolution as their monthly preventative because of its extra
protection against ear and skin mites. |
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Living Conditions |
Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagles will do okay in an apartment if they get
plenty of chances to be outdoors. They are very active indoors and a small yard
will be sufficient. |
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Exercise |
Energetic and possessing great stamina, the
Pocket Beagle
needs plenty of exercise, which includes a daily
walk. A yard of reasonable size will take care
the rest of its requirements. Always use a
lead when walking this breed or you will be running the risk of it disappearing
in search of wild game. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 12-15 years |
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Litter Size |
2 - 14 puppies - Average 7 |
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Grooming |
The Queen Elizabeth
Pocket Beagle's smooth short-haired coat is easy to
look after. Brush with a firm bristle brush, and bathe with mild soap only when
necessary. Dry shampoo occasionally. Be sure to check the ears carefully
for signs of infection and keep the nails trimmed. This breed is an average
shedder. |
| Origin |
In Medieval times, there was a breed
of dog called a pocket beagle, which stood at 8 to 9 inches. Small enough to fit
in a “pocket” or saddlebag, they rode along on the hunt. The larger hounds would
run the prey to the ground, then the hunters would release the small beagles to
continue the chase through the underbrush into their burrows. Queen Elizabeth I
often entertained guests at her royal table by letting her pocket beagles cavort
amid their plates and cups. This genetic line is now extinct. The modern Queen
Elizabeth Pocket Beagle was founded by Rebecca Van Meter of Indiana. The Queen
Elizabeth Pocket Beagle breed name is trademarked. All dogs registered as such
must have a Queen Elizabeth Pocket Breeds Foundation Birth Certificate. During
the developing years of the breed, all dogs shall be required this proper birth
certificate for acceptance in any registry. Having two registered parents does
not automatically qualify a dog for registration if it lacks this birth
certificate. Any exception is a violation of the Foundation's trademark. The
beloved Beagle in miniature, a Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle is normally bred as
a pet and may have a softer look than a hound bred for the field. Keeping in
mind that this breed is only in it’s second decade from out cross, to reduce
size , add colors, and coat patterns, some traits of the out cross will be
visible in current generations. Though they may be awarded a lower placing these
dogs should not be disqualified from breeding or exhibition as they are vital in
diversification of the gene pool. Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagles are presented
on a table in the show ring. |
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Hound |
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Recognition |
QEPBF, DRA |
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QEPBF = Queen Elizabeth Pocket Breeds Foundation
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc. |
"This is Strawberry, she is a 1 year old Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle. She likes Ritz crackers, sunny weather, other dogs, cats, and all people. She does not like cold weather or being alone, but she stays home with our other pets just fine."
Strawberry the Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle.
Strawberry the Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle.
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Raisinet -lemon and white puppy
bred by Candy's Beagles.
Hugo - tri-colored male puppy
bred by Horse Heaven Kennels.
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