Dear Lonesome Grove ...

Happy July 4th!

Maggie (Tess) wanted to say hello and let you know she is doing great since she left Lonesome Grove. She briefly donned a festive hat for this letter, but as is her habit, she quickly turned it into her favorite toy of the minute.

Maggie is doing great in Rapid City. She has traveled extensively, driving through multiple states to get to Arizona for a graduation, then multiple other states on the way back. Everywhere we stopped, she was a hit with the locals, loving the attention everyone lavished on her.

She has been working hard on her skills. Her intelligence is clear with her already mastering sit, lay down, shake, hi five, stay, come here, ring the bell to go outside, and going up/down the steps. The vet was very impressed with how much she knows at this young age. One of her favorite activities is picking daisy flowers from her mom’s garden. She also really enjoys digging in her sandbox to find buried bones and toys.

Maggie is especially good at bringing joy to people. We are so thankful we found Lonesome Grove and were able to adopt this wonderful Beagle. 

Sincerely,
Carol and Angie

The "W" Litter is here!

The "W" litter arrived on May 31st. They are the babies of Foster and Molly. It's not an exaggeration to say they are probably one of the best pairings we have ever made. Molly and Foster have produced some of the most beautiful babies through the years with absolutely wonderful dispositions. These will likely be their last babies, since they are both approaching retirement. This litter will be old enough to leave on July 26th.

The mother of this litter is Molly Mae, a daughter of Ellie and Finley (sister of Daisy). She is a 4th generation member of our pack through her mother and is an heir of an outstanding international show pedigree through her father. Interestingly, the 2008 Westminster Best in Show winner, "Uno," is her great, great uncle through her paternal grandfather. Molly is a great mother with the people-loving personality of her amazing father, Finley (imported from Romania).

The father of this litter is our beloved, Foster. He is an absolute treasure who has produced so many amazing babies. He is also a fourth generation part of the pack, out of the last litter of our one and only Scout (the beagle featured at the top right side of our web page). Foster has been a joy to own. He has the gentle and calm disposition of his grandsire, "Grandpa Shooter" and the beautiful heart-melting eyes of his mother, Rosalie. Foster and his offspring are both a credit to the breed and the pride of our line.

Puppies will be posted for selection and reservations on  

Sunday, July 6th at exactly 7pm (central).

Valentine - Female - 6 weeks - Available!

 

Valentine

Female
DOB: 05/17/25
bi-colored
Parents: Harrison & Ruby Rae
Adoption fee: $700
Old enough to leave: 07/12/25

Vanessa - 6 weeks - Reserved!

 

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Victoria - 6 weeks - Reserved!

 

Vinny - 6 weeks - Reserved!

 

Violet - Female - 6 weeks- Available!

 

Violet

Female
DOB: 05/17/25
bi-colored
Parents: Harrison & Ruby Rae
Adoption fee: $700
Old enough to leave: 07/12/25

Victoria - Female - 5 weeks old! - Reserved

Victoria

Female
DOB: 05/17/25
bi-colored
Parents: Harrison & Ruby Rae

Adoption fee: $700
Old enough to leave: 07/12/25

 

Valentine - Female - 5 weeks old!

 

Valentine

Female
DOB: 05/17/25
bi-colored
Parents: Harrison & Ruby Rae
Adoption fee: $700
Old enough to leave: 07/12/25

 

Violet - Female - 5 weeks old!

 

Violet

Female
DOB: 05/17/25
bi-colored
Parents: Harrison & Ruby Rae
Adoption fee: $700
Old enough to leave: 07/12/25

 

Vanessa - Female - 5 weeks old! - Reserved

Vanessa

Female
DOB: 05/17/25

tri-colored
Parents: Harrison & Ruby Rae
Adoption fee: $800
Old enough to leave: 07/12/25

Vinny - Male - 5 weeks old! - Reserved

Vinny

Male
DOB: 05/17/25

tri-colored
Parents: Harrison & Ruby Rae
Adoption fee: $800
Old enough to leave: 07/12/25

Dear Lonesome Grove ...

 

 

"We just wanted to update you on Willow (formerly Allie) and Harper. The moment we brought Harper home, they were bonded and now, if one goes outside, the other howls until the sister returns. They play together, sleep together, and get into mischief together. They are truly a joyful addition to our family. 

We got Harper to keep Willow company after Elanor (Ally), also a Lonesome Grove beagle, passed last summer. Best decision ever. Thank you for loving and caring for these amazing little hounds."

~ Patti and Gary (June 18, 2025)

The "V" litter has arrived!

 

The V litter is here! 

The father of  these little guys is our young male, Harrison. These are his first babies ever. He comes from Evergreen Hill Beagles. Both his parents are descendant of Lonesome Grove, he goes back to Shooter 4 times on his sixth generation (which means he is line-bred but not closely so). Harrison is quiet and easy going, but also likes attention. His babies are sure to be wonderful-- tending to be more mellow than the average beagle puppy.

The mother of this litter is Ruby Rae, daughter of Foster and Molly (one of our all time most beautiful pairings). Molly is out of Finley and Ellie. Foster is out of Scout (pictured in the right column of our site) and Rosalie. Ruby is young, sweet, and very loving. She is a perfect mother and her little ones are the picture of contentment.

All of these babies are sure to be sweet and beautiful. They will be full 15" beagles. The will be the picture of the beagle standard that refers to these merry little hounds as "big for their inches"-- in personality and stature.  

The "V" litter will be old enough to leave on July 12th. 

They will be posted and available for selection on  

Sunday, June 22nd at 7:00 pm central.

Dear Lonesome Grove ...

"In what turned out to be our final walk together on Thursday, Lilly and I were greeted by the most gorgeous, vibrant double rainbow that I had ever seen in my life. She turned around to sniff some flowers, I followed her gaze, and BAM there it was, brilliant and beckoning, and I recall feeling in my gut at that very moment that it was a sign. A reminder of the Bridge and the sweet relief and joy that awaits good boys and girls when their journeys on earth are coming to an end. My awesome girl has been facing a growing mass in her lung for the last two months, and though she has consistently been her sweet self throughout her illness, in the past few days, especially that day (and rough overnight) I knew she was tired. The best girl in the world was ready to join her Grandpa where she would be welcomed with open arms, free from the coughing, labored breathing and pain; she was ready to frolic with her sisters and others who traveled to the bridge before her. I was NOT ready to let her go. And I agonized over the impossible decision. But I had been lucky enough to spend these last two months loving on and spending as much time with her as I could: on the walks that she ADORED (and would perk her up no matter how she was feeling), on the deck in the sunshine (she was my outdoor-loving girl from the very beginning on the day we brought her home at only nine weeks old), and with her wrapped in my arms while I rubbed her soft, silky, floppy ears that have always been my absolute favorite... I knew it was time. My girl is at peace. My heart, however, is shattered. My Lilly girl, I'll miss you forever."

 

 

Lilly Rose Poradzisz Brooks West

November 5, 2011 - June 6, 2025

Forever in my heart

Dear Lonesome Grove ...

 

"Kal-El a.k.a Garrett is now one!!!! Thank you so much for this sweet boy! He has been an amazing addition to our family!"

~ Kristle (May 12, 2025)

Dear Lonesome Grove ...

"Otis (formerly Nate), has found his groove. He enjoys playing with his brother (Enzo), finally learning to share the dog beds!! He enjoys going for car rides and walks. He also enjoys laying across my legs to watch tv/nap. He has come to find his favorite place in the house on the front porch where he can see everything and lay in the sun."

~ Sarah (April 28, 2025) 

Dear Lonesome Grove ...

Close to fifteen years ago you allowed us to take home our very loved beagle Oliver. Sadly Oliver left  us this week after a very loved life of almost fifteen years. We are so heartbroken and grateful for the many years we got, but selfishly wish we could have more. He was so loved.  

Oliver was part of the “O” litter (yes we kept his given name) born on May 24, 2010 to Bailey and Alex. He was our stubborn beagle boy, but he was gentle, loyal and a huge part of our family. He loved his life and we will forever miss and love our handsome boy. We just wanted to thank you for letting Oliver be ours. 

Oliver’s family (April 18, 2025)