According to experts, the beagle’s long ears catch odor particles and keep the odor as close to the dog’s nose as possible. (3/15) by Judy Powell November 26, 2020, 3:32 pm Credit Judy Powell 0 Previous 3/15 Next View full list See more Previous article Just studying. Next article Beagles are not exactly known for being quiet animals. They’re actually known for being the exact opposites. They are loud, and they take “mouthing off” to the next level. The word “beagle” actually comes from the French word “begueule,” which means gaped throat. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.