Your guide to finding and caring for a Beagle in Scranton
Beagles fit Scranton's older, walkable streets well, because there's always another scent to follow. A loop around Pine Brook or Green Ridge gives a Beagle plenty to sniff, and the Heritage Trail along the river makes a longer weekend outing. The hilly blocks give a small dog with a big appetite a decent workout. Beagles want company, so they do best when someone's home for much of the day. Expect a nose-down walker who needs a leash every time.
Find your forever Beagle
While we don't have enough dogs near Scranton, keep in mind that many rescues may offer transport.
F, 8 y. +, 2 miles
Beagle
F, 0-6 mo., 34 miles
Labrador Retriever, Beagle
F, 0-6 mo., 38 miles
Beagle
F, 0-6 mo., 38 miles
Beagle
F, 6 mo.-2 y., 38 miles
Beagle
M, 0-6 mo., 38 miles
Beagle
M, 0-6 mo., 38 miles
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M, 1 y., 29 miles
American Staffordshire Terrier, Beagle
M, 98 miles
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M, 4 y., 58 miles
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Beagles are small scent hounds developed in England to follow rabbits and hare in a pack. Most weigh 18 to 30 pounds and stand 12 to 15 inches tall, with a short, dense coat, long soft ears and often a white-tipped tail. Tricolor is the classic look, though shelter Beagles are frequently mixes, so size and coat can vary.
In Scranton, the nose is the main thing to plan around. Squirrels, trash day and the occasional bear wandering into a neighborhood all give a Beagle something to chase or investigate, so a secure leash, a closed bin and a fenced yard, if you have one, matter. Beagles are social and usually get along with people and other dogs, but each dog's personality counts for more than the breed label.
Having a Beagle in Scranton
Beagles pair a friendly, easygoing nature with a powerful nose and a loud voice. In Scranton's hilly, close-set neighborhoods, that means planning for sniff-heavy daily walks, secure leashing and fencing, and a routine that keeps weight and boredom in check.
Most Beagles are cheerful, curious and sociable, and they tend to enjoy people, kids and other dogs. Many dislike long stretches alone and may bay or howl when bored, which matters in Scranton's doubles and apartment buildings. Food-rewarded training helps with stubborn streaks, and each dog's personality varies.
Plan on about an hour a day, with plenty of time to sniff. Pine Brook's sidewalks, Nay Aug's leashed trails and the Heritage Trail all work, and Connell Park's dog park offers a fenced option. Scranton's hills add a workout. Recall is often unreliable, so keep a Beagle leashed or inside secure fencing.
Beagles are prone to ear infections, obesity, epilepsy, hypothyroidism, disc disease, cherry eye and hip or kneecap problems. Wet springs and rainy falls can leave long ears damp, so dry them after walks. Blacklegged ticks occur in every Pennsylvania county, so keep prevention current. A veterinarian can check weight and ears at wellness visits.
A Beagle's size works in apartments and in Scranton's older houses, but baying and boredom matter more than square footage. Many homes here have small or shared yards, so check that fencing is secure, since Beagles dig and squeeze through gaps. Keep food and trash well out of reach.
| Expense | Typical cost | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Adoption fee | $275, one time | $275 in year one |
| Food | $20 to $45 per month | $240 to $540 |
| Pet insurance | $35 to $70 per month | $420 to $840 |
| Routine vet care | $200 to $400 per year | $200 to $400 |
| Other* | $386 to $1,061 per year | $386 to $1,061 |
| Estimated yearly total (after year one) | $1,246 to $2,841 | |
| First-year total (with adoption fee) | $1,521 to $3,116 | |
Adoption fee is the fee on Beagle listings in Scranton on GetBuddy today. Other costs are estimates and vary with size, age and health.
* The $10.80 annual Pennsylvania dog license, flea, tick and heartworm prevention, a dental cleaning allowance, toys and bedding, and occasional brushing, baths and ear cleaning.
Now that you know more, let’s find you a new best friend. These rescues and shelters below currently have Beagles available.
Shelters and foster-based rescues around Scranton list adoptable dogs here, including small hounds and mixes as they come in. Here are the rescues & shelters in the Scranton area where you can find Beagles and other dogs available for adoption.
Yes. Pennsylvania law bars local breed-specific bans, so Scranton's rules apply to every dog equally. License your Beagle through Lackawanna County, keep rabies vaccination current, use a leash of six feet or less and pick up waste. A lifetime license costs $52.80 and requires a microchip or tattoo. Beagles bay, so the city's barking-nuisance rule is worth remembering.
Yes, with some preparation. A Beagle's short coat offers little insulation against Scranton's freezing nights and roughly 45 inches of snow, so a jacket, shorter walks and a paw rinse to remove road salt help. Dry the dog well afterward, and keep outdoor time brief on the coldest days. Most Beagles are happy to curl up indoors.
Connell Park's dog park gives a Beagle a fenced place to play, while Nay Aug Park and the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail suit leashed sniff walks. The Heritage Trail requires a leash of 6 feet or less and waste pickup. A second dog park near Albright Avenue and Marion Street has been approved but isn't open yet.
Yes, if the dog gets enough exercise and company. A Beagle's size suits apartments, but baying can bother neighbors in shared buildings. Long daily sniff walks, puzzle feeders and avoiding long days alone all reduce noise. Confirm the lease allows dogs, since landlords can set their own breed or weight limits.
Sometimes. COLTS, the County of Lackawanna Transit System, allows small pets in carriers as long as the carrier doesn't take up a seat or block the aisle. Most adult Beagles weigh 18 to 30 pounds, so many won't fit comfortably, and Scranton has no subway or rail. Service animals are allowed, but emotional support animals aren't counted as service animals.
Often, for people who enjoy daily walks and are home a fair amount. Scranton's hills, trails and walkable neighborhoods give a Beagle plenty of scent to follow, and mild summers make outings easy. Cold winters, trash-raiding and baying in close quarters are the trade-offs, and each dog's personality differs from the breed average.
Only where a restaurant chooses to allow it. Pennsylvania guidance generally keeps dogs to outdoor or separate areas away from other diners, and only service animals go indoors. Patio policies are up to each restaurant, so look for posted signs. Bring a mat, keep the leash short, and expect a Beagle to follow every food smell.
Not much. A Beagle's short, dense coat needs weekly brushing, more often in spring and fall when shedding rises. Baths every month or two and regular ear cleaning matter most, especially after wet weather. Many owners do this at home, which fits the low grooming allowance in the Other costs, about $100 a year at most if you use a groomer.
We have 1 rescue with Beagles available: Northeast PA Pet Fund & Rescue. You can see every rescue with Beagles available in the list above these questions, or scroll to the top to see the Beagles near Scranton.
Expect roughly $1,250 to $2,850 a year for a Beagle in Scranton. That covers food at $20–$45 a month, pet insurance at $35–$70 a month, routine vet care at $200–$400 a year, and other costs of $386–$1,061 a year, such as prevention, dental care and the license.
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