Beagle-Harrier

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

Characteristics

Appearance

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 [http://www.fci.be/uploaded_files/290A2003_en.doc FCI standards] Size section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.] , and it weighs between 19 and 21 kilograms (42 to 46 pounds). [http://www.continentalkennelclub.com/Ads.aspx?BreedNum=764 Continental Kennel Club] Weight. Retrieved 7 March 2007.] Its coat is usually tricolor, featuring the colors fawn, black, tan, or white. Grey coated (tricolor) Beagle Harriers may also be found due to there being grey coated Harriers. [http://www.fci.be/uploaded_files/290A2003_en.doc FCI standards] Coat color section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.] The Beagle-Harrier's body is usually muscular and its coat smooth and thick. [http://www.fci.be/uploaded_files/290A2003_en.doc FCI standards] Body section/Coat section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.] ,

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. [http://www.justusdogs.com.au/flex/hound_dogs/668/1 Hounds] Hunting. Retrieved 8 March 2007.]

Health

The Beagle Harrier is generally very healthy and has a life span of 12 to 13 years. Hip dysplasia could cause a problem. [http://www.dogbreedsite.net/dog-breeds-beginning-with-b/beagle-harrier/ Beagle Harrier] Health Problems section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.]

History

Beagle Harriers were bred in France in the 19th century by Baron Gerard. [http://www.dogbreedsite.net/dog-breeds-beginning-with-b/beagle-harrier/ Beagle Harrier] History of the Beagle Harrier. Retrieved 4 March 2007.] They were bred to hunt hare or deer in packs. [http://www.thebreedsofdogs.com/BEAGLE_HARRIER.htm Beagle Harrier hunting] Hunting. Retrieved 5 March 2007.] The Beagle Harrier could be a mixture of the two breeds, the Beagle and the Harrier, [http://www.thebreedsofdogs.com/BEAGLE_HARRIER.htm Breed history] Beagle Harrier breed. Retrieved 7 March 2007.] or the midpoint in breeding between the two breeds. [http://www.digitaldog.com/dog_breed/Beagle+Harrier Breed History] Background information section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.] It was recognized by the FCI in 1974. [http://www.furrycritter.com/resources/dogs/Beagle_Harrier.htm Beagle Harrier (FCI)] History section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.]

The Beagle Harrier can now be quite rarely found in France and are even more rare in other countries. [http://www.digitaldog.com/dog_breed/Beagle+Harrier Beagle Harrier rarity] Background information section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.]

Notes

The Beagle-Harrier is also recognised by the CKC in their Hound group [http://www.continentalkennelclub.com/Ads.aspx?BreedNum=764 Continental Kennel Club] CKC Retrieved 7 March 2007.]

References

ee also

* Beagle
* Harrier