Our history can be traced back to Ancient Greece, around the 5th century BC. Before we, the real Beagles came, there were other types that looked a like. Beagle-type dogs were known as Glove Beagles because they were small enough to fit on a glove, and Queen Elizabeth I kept a breed known as a Pocket Beagle. Anyhow, these genetic lines are not common or used anymore. First modern Beagle pack is believed to be formed in 1830s. However, in the 1840s, a standard Beagle type was beginning to develop and spread. A long time we were used as hunting dogs only in the United Kingdom. American Kennel Club accepted the Beagle as a breed in 1885. When the 20th century came, the breed started spreading worldwide and a lot of people love us due our cuteness and size.
Another interesting fact is that in the 1850s, people started to try cross-breeding. The most popular has been mixing the Beagle with the Pug = Puggle. Puggle needs less movement and they are good for city life.
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