Homer is a 14-year-old beagle, he doesnt bark at all except when he gives us a howl when he scolds us for being gone to long. He is a picky eater, likes all kids and most dogs. He lets cats do their cat thing and is gentle with them but leaves them alone. He doesnt like too many stairs but will still walk some. He likes everyone if they arent too loud. Although he is mostly deaf, so you have to make sure he sees you calling him. He is spoiled and not formally trained but he loves to cuddle. Just a great hound dog. Doesnt dig, bark or scratch. He is used to getting on furniture. We bath him every 2 weeks.