Newfoundland has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Beagle tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Cheerful
Intelligent
Social
Gentle
Courageous
Loyal
Sweet

Friendly
Independent
Lively
Sweet
Gentle
Intelligent
Loving

Newfoundlands shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Beagles are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Newfoundland if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Beagles as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Canada

England

tibetan mastiff

Talbot Hound, North Country Beagle, Southern Hound

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1700s

1300s

Working (AKC:1886)
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Hound (AKC:1885)
Scenthound (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Pied
Brindle

Pied
White
Brown
Red
Black

Newfoundlands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Wavy

Straight

A Newfoundland can have a litter of 9-12 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.

A Beagle can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

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

The Newfoundland breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect

Entropion
Cataract
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Epilepsy

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Heart
MRI
Full Body Physical Examination

Newfoundlands are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Beagles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Newfoundland has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Newfoundlands need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Beagles require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

Newfoundland excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Beagle minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Newfoundland dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Beagle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Newfoundland dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Beagle dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Making friends, Dog Parks, Catch treats, Attention, Shopping, Slow walking, Sniffing, Walk, Play, Groom, Cuddle, Swim, Eat

Walk, Run, Hunt, Walking, Petting, Running, Sniffing, Pets, Sniff, Relaxing, Eating Snacks, Sniffin, Cuddles, Barking, Playing, Howling, Jumping high, Belly rubs, Cuddling, Play, Frisbee, Parks, Exploring, Fetch, Sleeping, Shake, Tracking, Searching, Tag, Tug-of-war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Newfoundland, it's at least 15 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 Beagle, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Newfoundlands have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 130-150 pound (59 - 68 kg) Newfoundland feed 4 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 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) 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.

The average cost of a Newfoundland is somewhere $4.20 - $4.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Newfoundland is between $126 - $143. This makes an average of $1512 - $1716 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 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.

Newfoundland is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Beagle has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Beagles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Newfoundlands are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

Beagles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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