The Kerry Beagle (Irish: An Pocadán Ciarraíoch) is the only extant scent hound breed native to Ireland.

Beag is an Irish word for small, given to the dog because it is smaller than other hounds; with its height being between 56–61 cm (22–24 in), and its weight up to 27 kg (60 lb).

They require a lot of exercise, regular twice to three times daily walks and free runs.

[1] By the 1800s the Kerry Beagle's numbers had dwindled in Ireland, with only one major pack maintained, the famous Scarteen of County Limerick belonging to the Ryan family, which still exists today.

[2] The Kerry Beagle was taken by many Irish immigrants to the Americas, and is considered a foundation breed in the development of the Coonhound and American foxhound.