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

Stubborn
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Dominant
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing

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

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

England

United States

Beagle and Wire Fox Terrier

Akita and Neapolitan Mastiff

Unknown

2000s

Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Silver
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Wire Fox Beagles have medium-length coats.

Nekitas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Nekita can have a litter of 6-12 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.

Wire Fox Beagles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Nekitas are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Nekitas 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

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Entropion
Ectropion
Sebaceous Adenitis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Heart Testing

Dna For Vwd
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Thyroid Testing
Eye and Ear Examination

Wire Fox Beagle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Nekita has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Nekitas 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.

Nekitas 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 Nekita, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 120-160 pound (54 - 73 kg) Nekita feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Nekita is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Fox Beagle is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Nekita is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

The Nekita is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Nekitas 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.

Nekitas are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Wire Fox Beagles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Nekitas are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Wire Fox Beagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Nekitas are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Nekitas have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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