Beagle-Harrier
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| Dog (Canis lupus familiaris) | |||||||||||||
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,[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 problem.[5]
History
Beagle Harriers were bred in France in the 19th century by Baron Gerard.[6] Hunting. Retrieved 5 March 2007.</ref> 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 can now be quite rarely found in France and are even more rare in other countries.[9]
Notes
The Beagle-Harrier is also recognised by the CKC in their Hound group [10]
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.
- ↑ Beagle Harrier Health Problems section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.
- ↑ Beagle Harrier History of the Beagle Harrier. Retrieved 4 March 2007.
- ↑ Breed History Background information section. Retrieved 7 March 2007.
- ↑ Beagle Harrier (FCI) History section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.
- ↑ Beagle Harrier rarity Background information section. Retrieved 5 March 2007.
- ↑ Continental Kennel Club CKC Retrieved 7 March 2007.
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