Breeding a disqualifying fault.

[Pops2]

because most people (even "good" breeders) are pretty stupid.

[PlottMom]

Originally Posted by Pops2

and i know several guys that run snowshoe hares or deer that prefer the larger beagles, over standard in fact. but i also know a couple of deer doggers that like the little pocket beagles. in a working dog a lot boils down to individual preference.

It really is a lot of personal preference... my buddy's family has raised beagles FOREVER, and specifically likes to run trials. He prefers the bigger, faster pups, I guess they brush bust easier or something I personally like the little guys... not that I do a ton of rabbit hunting, I just like them.