Is there a dog breed more adorable than a Beagle? I don’t think so! And things only get even better once you realize just how many Beagle colors are there!
We all know what a Beagle looks like – it’s that cute puppy from Disney’s The Fox and the Hound, a movie that made us all cry as kids. But what if I told you that Beagles can be much more colorful than you might’ve thought?
That’s right – even the American Kennel Club’s (AKC) recognizes more than 20 coat colors and patterns – although not all are considered as part of a breed standard.
Here are just some of the many Beagle colors you may run into:
1. Black Beagle
We’re starting out with a unique one!
While solid black is common in some breeds – it is a popular Pitbull color, for example – it’s extremely rare in Beagles.
In fact, most Beagles that are considered white still have some minor markings on their body.
And let’s admit it – you probably never would’ve guessed the dog from the picture is Beagle, right?
2. Black And White Beagle
This is yet another quite rare Beagle color.
Black and white Beagles are not considered standard by the AKC, but the United Kennel Club (UKC) and Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI) accept these dogs as part of a breed standard.
These pups have black tail tips, backs, legs, necks, and ears and might even sport a black mask.
While the pattern distribution might make you think their base color is white, considering how more than 50% of their bodies are black, they are considered black-and-white dogs and not the other way around.
3. Black And Tan Beagle
No, this isn’t some Doberman Beagle mix, but rather a purebred black and tan Beagle.
These pups have a black base coat with tan areas that typically have the shape of standard Doberman markings, which does confuse many people.
4. Black, Tan, And White Beagle
The first tricolor Beagle on our list – the black, tan, and white dog.
This is a classic Beagle look everyone knows and loves. These dogs have a tan base coat, white coat on their chest, legs, tail tip, and muzzle, as well as a large, black saddle pattern on the dog’s back, as well as black hairs on their tail and ears.
The dog’s eye rims and nose will also be black, and your pooch might have some black around his eyes, as well. This might make your pup appear as if he is wearing eyeliner!
5. Black, Red, And White Beagle
At first glance, you might confuse this pooch with the black, tan, and white pup I’ve just mentioned.
However, if you look closely, you’ll notice that his base coat is brighter in color. Some pups might even be mahogany in hue, which will make the dark saddle pattern less visible.
6. Black, White, And Tan Beagle
No, I am not repeating myself by accident. Black, white, and tan Beagle is not the same as black, tan, and white, although the difference is subtle.
In these pups, the dark saddle mark covers a larger portion of a dog’s body. The same goes for white markings, and they’ll be more prominent than the tan color.
7. Black, Tan, And Bluetick Beagle
Also known as just bluetick Beagles, these pups are truly unique. At first look, you might think you are looking at some rare Australian Shepherd color!
In bluetick Beagles, the white parts of the body are covered with black ticks or spots.
Due to particular genetics responsible for the ticking, even the Beagle’s nose pigment might be spotted. Solid black noses are also possible.
8. Black, Tan, And Redtick Beagle
Redtick Beagles also have mottled coats, but unlike blueticks, the ticks on the white base coat are red or tan in color.
Black markings aren’t as prominent as in most other black tricolor Beagles, and many dogs only have a few black spots here and there.
Unlike bluetick Beagles, which are among standard Beagle coat colors, redticks are recognized but not considered proper by the AKC but are allowed by the KC breed standard.
9. Black, Fawn, And White Beagle
This is another fairly common color combination, although it isn’t a part of the breed standard.
The fawn is actually a diluted red that is pale and earthy in hue.
These pups have a black body with a white stomach, chest, paws, tip of the tail, and muzzle, combined with fawn color patches that resemble Doberman markings.
Some people mistake fawn for cream color, but the two are caused by different genes. Cream is not a color that can naturally occur in this small hound breed.
10. Tan Beagle
This is yet another of those pups that don’t look like purebred Beagles, even though they are. Just look at that adorable face! Some people might think they are Dachshunds if they don’t see the full body.
Tan Beagles can and usually have minor white markings on their body. However, these markings are not prominent and are typically located on the pup’s chest, stomach, and paws.
11. Tan And White Beagle
Tan and white Beagles are very similar to regular tan Beagles, but the white is more prominent and takes up more space on your pup’s body.
In general, the dog’s stomach, chest, inner parts of the legs, paws, face, and tip of the tail are entirely white, while the back and the ears are tan.
The eyes are typically dark brown, but light eyes are also possible as long as they’re brown or hazel.
12. Red Beagle
Red Beagles have a rich color to them, and many consider them to be the most beautiful Beagle color of all.
Just like tan Beagles, they can have some white spots, but they are fairly minor.
13. Red And White Beagle
Red and white Beagles have a larger portion of their bodies covered in white spots. After a closer look, you might notice they look very similar to tan and white dogs, but their color is darker.
Their eyes and noses will always be dark, beautifully contrasting the white markings.
14. Red, Black, And White Beagle
No, these are not black, red, and white Beagles. The difference is that their body has more red parts than black on it.
This is the only red tricolor Beagle on our list, and it’s much harder to find. Adult coats might vary a bit from the color these pups had as very young puppies, so even some breeders might not know the exact color of the Beagle puppies they are selling.
15. Red And Black Beagle
While considered bicolored, these pups do have a third color. However, as the white patches are so tiny, they are excluded from the name of the pattern.
As they grow old, they might get more white hairs, but this won’t affect the color overall.
16. Brown Beagle
Also known as the chocolate Beagle, this is an extremely rare color in pups.
Brown Beagles are homozygous dogs with a recessive mutation that turns the black color into brown. As black Beagles are already hard to find, you can imagine how rare it is to find a pup with this unique mutation!
17. Brown And White Beagle
Also known as hare-pied, this is a bicolor dog with a white base and brown spots. Most of the time, the brown markings go over the dog’s ears, back, and legs, but a piebald pattern is also possible.
These pups are not as rare as some other Beagles, but they are also not too common. Shame, since look at how gorgeous this pup is!
18. Brown, White, And Tan Beagle
These pups are the diluted version of black, white, and tan Beagle.
Instead of a black saddle, their backs are brown, while tan is usually the most prominent color. Like in most other tricolor Beagles, their stomachs, chest, legs, and tip of the tail are white in hue.
Some people call these pups chocolate tricolor Beagles, and while this isn’t their official name, it’s commonly used.
19. Lemon Beagle
Lemon Beagles are some of the most unique doggies you can find.
These pups have yellowish-to-golden coats that have almost no white markings. Most of these dogs have black noses, although some are brown in color.
Lemon is one of the few base coats in which a black coat isn’t possible. As a result, they cannot be tricolor.
20. Lemon And White Beagle
Lemon and white Beagle has a lemon base coat with white markings.
This is one of the most wanted color combinations in this breed, next to the traditional black, tan, and white dogs. Considering how beautiful these dogs are, I don’t think anyone is surprised.
21. Blue Beagle
When people say blue dogs, they typically don’t think of Beagles. For example, blue is quite a common American Bully color, and these pups might be the first breed that falls into your mind when you mention blue coats.
However, blue Beagles exist, although they are very rare.
They are a product of a dilution gene that turns the black eumelanin pigment into a diluted blue. This includes dog noses, eye rims, and paw pads. There is a high chance these pups will have blue eyes, as well!
22. Blue And White Beagle
Blue and white Beagles are just a diluted version of black and white Beagles. This means they have a blue base coat with white spots and markings on them.
Although rare, they are more common than solid blue dogs.
23. Blue, Tan, And White Beagle
The last of blue-colored dogs is the blue tricolor Beagle, a rare and unique canine that is a gorgeous sight.
This dog has a tan base coat with a blue saddle pattern and a white stomach and chest. Yes, you’ve guessed it correctly: This is just a diluted version of black, tan, and white Beagle.
Aren’t they amazing?!
24. White Beagle
White Beagles are recognized by the AKC – which is rare, as in most breeds, solid white dogs are not allowed. However, these pups are not considered a part of the breed standard, and white color is undesirable in Beagles.
This is because white color is connected to numerous health conditions and genetic abnormalities.
Many Beagles will be born white, but as they grow older, they’ll gain some colored spots on their bodies.
25. White, Black, And Tan Beagle
This pup is not technically a variation of a white Beagle but a dog with a tan base color and black and white markings.
However, as white markings are much more prominent and take up a large portion of the dog’s body, this pooch is considered a white dog with tan and black areas.
Unlike solid white pups, these pooches are considered perfectly healthy.
26. Merle Beagle
Next, we have a color that isn’t recognized by the AKC. Despite this, you’ll see many breeders selling merle Beagle puppies for a very high price.
Don’t fall for this. Merle isn’t a color that occurs in Beagles naturally. These dogs are usually crossbreeds bred for that unique and beautiful pattern.
Also, merle is connected to numerous health problems. This color is as controversial as it is beautiful!
27. Lilac Beagle
Finally, we have one of the rarest and most beautiful Beagles of all, the lilac Beagle.
This dog is also known as blue fawn, khaki, or mocha Beagle, but the term lilac Beagle is most commonly used.
These doggies have a beautiful color that has a pink hue, hence the name. They typically have lighter eyes, as well.
You can find lilac bicolor and lilac tricolor Beagles, and all are extremely rare.
It’s important to note that lilac Beagles are not recognized by the AKC. There is always a chance these pups are crossbreeds.
While there’s nothing wrong with owning or buying mutts, you probably don’t want to be cheated and pay double for a dog that has an unknown background. Not to mention how you shouldn’t want to support irresponsible breeders who are only thinking about profit.
Other than that, all Beagle colors are beautiful, and all dogs deserve love, no matter how they look. Still, you should strive to find a pup that is the right fit for you, not just in terms of breed, but also in aesthetics.
Vanja’s passion for writing started at an early age, which is why she pursued Journalism as her college degree. She can research any topic and find all the information before you bat an eye, which is a great thing for her job but a terrible one for her husband.
Even as a young child, she fell in love with everything fluffy – but dogs have a special place in her heart due to her childhood companion, a Corgie named Archie.
Motivated by her experiences and driven by a desire to give back to her four-legged companions, she spends her free time volunteering at a local dog shelter.