The Beagle is a gentle, sweet, lively and curious dog that just loves everyone. Beagles have minds of their own. They are determined and watchful and require patient, firm training. This breed doesn't like being left alone. Their charming, upbeat personalities make them excellent family pets. The Beagle has a cheerful, upbeat personality and is great with kids. Like all scent hounds, Beagles are an independent breed and will always "follow their nose" - ignoring your protests to come back.