If Snoopy is beagle why he looks like one?

Snoopy is a beagle in the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz, and he is drawn to look like a beagle. He has the physical characteristics of a beagle, such as a short, smooth coat, long ears, and a wagging tail. He also has the personality traits of a beagle, such as being friendly, curious, and playful. His appearance and personality are based on the real-life beagles that Schulz owned and loved.