Beagle-Harrier

Beagle Harrier

Beagle Harrier
Country of origin	France
Traits Height 45–50 cm (18–20 in) Coat Thick, not too short, and flat. Colour fawn, black and white
Classification / standards FCI Group 6 Section 1.2 #290 standard UKC Scenthound standard
Dog (Canis lupus familiaris)

The Beagle Harrier is a scenthound. It is a breed of dog originating from France.

Characteristics

Appearance

Head profile of a Beagle Harrier.

The Beagle Harrier appears to be either a larger Beagle or a smaller Harrier. It is a medium-sized dog, between 45 and 50 centimeters (18 to 20 inches) tall at the withers,^[1] and it weighs between 19 and 21 kilograms (42 to 46 pounds).^[2] Its coat is usually tricolor, featuring the colors fawn, black, tan, or white. There are also grey-coated (tricolor) Beagle Harriers.^[3] The Beagle-Harrier's body is usually muscular and its coat smooth and thick.^[4]

Temperament

The Beagle Harrier is generally good with children and other pets. They are loyal, have lots of determination and are calm and relaxed when at home, making them a good family pet. They are a hunting breed and so require a lot of exercise and space.

Health

The Beagle Harrier is generally very healthy and has a life span of 12 to 13 years. Hip dysplasia could cause a big problem.^[5]

History

Beagle Harriers were bred in France in the 19th century by Baron Gerard.^[6] The Beagle Harrier could be a mixture of the two breeds, the Beagle and the Harrier, or the midpoint in breeding between the two breeds.^[7] It was recognized by the FCI in 1974.^[8] The Beagle-Harrier is also recognised by the Continental Kennel Club in their Hound group.^[9]

The Beagle Harrier can now be quite rarely found in France and are even more rare in other countries.^[10]

See also

• Beagle
• Harrier

References

1. FCI standards Size section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
2. Continental Kennel Club Weight. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
3. FCI standards Coat color section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
4. FCI standards Body section/Coat section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
5. Beagle Harrier Health Problems section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.
6. Beagle Harrier History of the Beagle Harrier. Retrieved 4 March 2007.
7. Breed History Background information section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
8. Beagle Harrier (FCI) History section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.
9. Continental Kennel Club CKC Retrieved 7 March 2007.
10. Beagle Harrier rarity Background information section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.

External links

• Club du Beagle, de Beagle Harrier et du Harrier (In French)