The Beagle Harrier, a scent hound originating from France, is a rare dog breed and is probably in danger of eventual extinction. There is some disagreement about this breed's history. Some fanciers claim that the Beagle-Harrier was developed by crossing Beagles and Harriers and others insist that the dog was developed from the mutual ancestor of the Harrier and the Beagle.
The Beagle Harrier is larger than the Beagle and smaller than the Harrier. This medium-sized, muscular dog has usually a tricolor coat featuring the colors black, tan, fawn, and/or white. Its coat is smooth and thick.
Personality
This sweet and friendly dog breed is known for its keen sense of smell and very strong drive for hunting.
Breed Characteristics
| Life Span: | 12 - 13 years |
| Nicknames: | The Beagle-Harrier and the French Beagle-Harrier |
Beagle Harrier Build Information
The Beagle Harrier is larger than the Beagle and smaller than the Harrier. This medium-sized, muscular dog has usually a tricolor coat featuring the colors black, tan, fawn, and/or white. Its coat is smooth and thick.
| Size: | Medium |
Behaviour and Personality
This sweet and friendly dog breed is known for its keen sense of smell and very strong drive for hunting.
| Activity Level: | Medium active |
| Affection Level: | Very affectionate |
| Kid Friendliness: | Kid friendly |
Appearance
The Beagle-Harrier's coat is short requiring a minimum of grooming. The drooping ears of the Beagle Harriers should be cleaned on a regular basis to prevent infections or irritations.
| Shedding: | Heavy |
| Grooming: | Low maintenance |
Beagle Harrier Common Health Conditions
The Beagle Harrier is generally very healthy, although Hip Dysplasia could cause a problem. Other inherited disorders include skin allergies and sensitivity, various dental issues, and distichiasis (ingrown eye lashes), Ear Infections, Slipped Discs, Elbow Dysplasia, Reverse Sneezing, Demodicosis/Demodectic Mange/Demodex Mange, Entropion, Ectropion, Progressive Retinal Atrophy/PRA, Cataracts, Skin Allergies, Luxating Patella/Patellar Luxation, Cherry Eye, Rapid Weight Gain, and Obesity
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Breed Talents and Facts
This dog breed remains a very rare breed in its native land, France, and even more rare in other countries.
| Training: | Moderately easy |