How tall is a Kerry Beagle?

An adult Kerry Beagle stands about 22 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Kerry Beagle considered a medium dog?

Yes — at 22" / 50 lb, the Kerry Beagle falls into the medium-breed size class (shoulder height 16–22"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #102 tallest.

How does a Kerry Beagle compare to a person?

At 22" tall, a Kerry Beagle stands about 34% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Kerry Beagle Size Compared to a Person

A Kerry Beagle stands 22″ at the shoulder and weighs about 50 lb — that puts it at 34% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #102 by shoulder height and falls into the medium-breed size class (Medium breeds, 16–22").

Kerry Beagle next to a person at scale — 22-inch shoulder height, 50 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Kerry Beagle at 22″ / 50 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Kerry Beagle compares

	Kerry Beagle	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	22″	64″	-42″
Weight	50 lb	135 lb	-85 lb

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About the Kerry Beagle

The Kerry Beagle is one of Ireland's oldest and most storied hound breeds, with a lineage that may stretch back over a thousand years. Despite the name, this is no small beagle — the Kerry Beagle is a large, athletic scenthound standing up to 24 inches tall, built for speed and endurance over the rugged terrain of County Kerry. Their sleek coat, long ears, and soulful expression give them a classic hound appearance full of character.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Medium size class with shoulder height closest to the Kerry Beagle.

Australian Shepherd — 22″ / 58 lb (same height)
Bearded Collie — 22″ / 50 lb (same height)
Black Mouth Cur — 22″ / 65 lb (same height)
Bull Terrier — 22″ / 60 lb (same height)
Canaan — 22″ / 50 lb (same height)
Colorado Bulldog — 22″ / 80 lb (same height)
Dalmatian — 22″ / 58 lb (same height)
Dingo — 22″ / 35 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Kerry Beagle?: An adult Kerry Beagle stands about 22 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Kerry Beagle considered a medium dog?: Yes — at 22" / 50 lb, the Kerry Beagle falls into the medium-breed size class (shoulder height 16–22"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #102 tallest.
How does a Kerry Beagle compare to a person?: At 22" tall, a Kerry Beagle stands about 34% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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