Beagle

The Beagle is a medium-sized breed. A member of the Hound Group (AKC) it is similar in appearance to the Foxhound but smaller, with shorter legs and longer, softer ears. Beagles are scent hounds, developed primarily for tracking hare, fox, and other small game. They have a keen sense of smell and tracking instinct. Beagles are intelligent, and are popular as pets because of their size and even temper.
They are generally between 13 and 16 inches high at the withers and weigh between 18 and 35 lb, with females being slightly smaller than males on average. They come in many different colors: tricolor (white, black, brown), fawn and white, lemon, tan, and liver (rarely).
The Beagle has an even temper and gentle disposition. They are gentle with children. Described in several breed standards as "merry", they are amiable and generally neither aggressive nor timid. They enjoy company but can be stand offish with strangers. They tend to bark or howl when confronted with the unfamiliar. They make good family pets and can be suitable for apartment life.