1Step 1 of 7
Draw the head
Draw a big round head, a little wider than it is tall. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Beagle
This cartoon beagle is a round head, long floppy ears, a white blaze, eyes, a white muzzle, a body, legs, dark shoulder patches and a tail. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 5 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 15 minutes Easy level Ages 5 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon beagle, step by step
2Step 2 of 7
Add the long floppy ears
On each side of the head, draw a long floppy ear that hangs down past the cheeks.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the white blaze and eyes
Draw a white stripe down the middle of the face. Then draw two round eyes with a white shine.
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4Step 4 of 7
Draw the muzzle
Draw a white muzzle, a big black nose and a happy smile. Add pink cheeks.
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Draw the body
Under the head, draw a body with a white chest, and a tail that points up with a white tip.
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Add the legs and dark patches
Draw two arms and two feet, then dark patches on the shoulders.
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Color your beagle
Tan for the head and ears, white for the blaze, muzzle, chest, paws and tail tip, and black for the shoulder patches and nose.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon beagle
1
Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Long ears
Beagle ears are long and hang down past the cheeks.
3
White blaze
Draw a white stripe down the middle of the face.
4
White tail tip
Beagles almost always have a white tip on the tail.
5
Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
6
Make it your own
Once you finish your beagle, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon beagle in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon beagle easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
Why do beagles have a white tail tip?
The white tip helps hunters see the dog in tall grass.
Are beagles good with kids?
Yes. Beagles are friendly, playful and gentle with children.
What colors do I need for a cartoon beagle?
Tan, white, brown and black.
Can I print the steps?
Yes. Right click or long press any step picture to save it, then print it and keep it next to you while you draw.
