Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Bold
Fearless
Keen

Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful
Clever

Wire Fox Beagles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Muggins are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

England

United States

Beagle and Wire Fox Terrier

Pug and Miniature Pinscher

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Silver
Brindle

Cream
Black
Brown
White

Wire Fox Beagles have medium-length coats.

Muggins have short coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Wire Fox Beagle can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Muggin can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Wire Fox Beagle breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Muggins typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Congenital Heart Defect

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Megaesophagus
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Liver Problems

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Demodectic Mange
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Pateller Luxation

Hip
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Heart Testing

Blood
Knee
Hips
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Thyroid Testing

Wire Fox Beagles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Muggins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Wire Fox Beagles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Muggins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Fox Beagle, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Muggin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wire Fox Beagles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Muggins usually need at least 50 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Wire Fox Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Muggin is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Wire Fox Beagle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Muggin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-30 pound (8 - 14 kg) Wire Fox Beagle feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-22 pound (5 - 10 kg) Muggin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Wire Fox Beagle is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average cost of a Muggin is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

Wire Fox Beagles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Muggins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Wire Fox Beagles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Muggins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Wire Fox Beagles are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Muggins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Wire Fox Beagles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Muggins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Wire Fox Beagles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Muggins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.