Beagle-Harrier
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The Beagle Harrier is a scenthound. It is a breed of dog originating from France.
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[edit] Characteristics
[edit] 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[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. Grey coated (tricolor) Beagle Harriers may also be found due to there being grey coated Harriers.[3] The Beagle-Harrier's body is usually muscular and its coat smooth and thick.[4],
[edit] 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.[5]
[edit] Health
The Beagle Harrier is generally very healthy and has a life span of 12 to 13 years. Hip dysplasia could cause a problem.[6]
[edit] History
Beagle Harriers were bred in France in the 19th century by Baron Gerard.[7] They were bred to hunt hare or deer in packs.[8] The Beagle Harrier could be a mixture of the two breeds, the Beagle and the Harrier,[9] or the midpoint in breeding between the two breeds. [10] It was recognized by the FCI in 1974.[11]
The Beagle Harrier can now be quite rarely found in France and are even more rare in other countries.[12]
[edit] Notes
The Beagle-Harrier is also recognised by the CKC in their Hound group [13]
[edit] References
- ^ FCI standards Size section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
- ^ Continental Kennel Club Weight. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
- ^ FCI standards Coat color section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
- ^ FCI standards Body section/Coat section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
- ^ Hounds Hunting. Retrieved 8 March 2007.
- ^ Beagle HarrierHealth Problems section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.
- ^ Beagle HarrierHistory of the Beagle Harrier. Retrieved 4 March 2007.
- ^ Beagle Harrier huntingHunting. Retrieved 5 March 2007.
- ^ Breed historyBeagle Harrier breed. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
- ^ Breed History Background information section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
- ^ Beagle Harrier (FCI)History section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.
- ^ Beagle Harrier rarityBackground information section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.
- ^ Continental Kennel Club CKC Retrieved 7 March 2007.
