1. Beagles can "sing" by producing an unusual vocalization called a "bay," which is a mix of a howl and a bark.
2. Beagles are expert escape artists, often using their incredible sense of smell to find weaknesses in fences or barriers.
3. Beagle Brigade: These dogs work as a part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture to detect banned food items at airports.
4. Beagles can have 11 different color combinations in their coat patterns, making them one of the most diverse breeds in appearance.
5. Some beagles can develop a condition called "reverse sneezing," which sounds like they're snorting or choking but is typically harmless.
6. Beagles have a remarkable sense of smell, ranking second only to the Bloodhound for scent-detection abilities.
7. The word "beagle" is thought to derive from the Old French word "beeguele," which means "loudmouth" or "noisy throat."
8. Beagles have a long history, with their ancestors believed to have been hunting dogs in Ancient Greece dating back to 400 B.C.
9. Some beagles have a white-tipped tail called a "flag," which helps hunters locate their dogs in tall grass when they're on a scent.
10. The smallest variety of beagles, called "pocket beagles," were once bred to fit in a pocket or saddlebag for easy transportation during hunts.