Beagle-Harrier
- Origin
- France
- Type
- Scenthound
- Size
- Medium
- Height
- 45–50 cm (18–20 in)
- Weight
- 19–21 kg (42–46 lb)
- Coat
- Thick, smooth and flat, not too short
- Colors
- Tricolor of fawn, black and white; sometimes gray tricolor
- Life span
- 12–13 years
- Status
- Recognised by the FCI; rare
The Beagle-Harrier is a French scenthound that was bred to hunt hare. It looks like either a large Beagle or a small Harrier, which is what its name and its history suggest.
History
The breed was created in France in the late 19th century by Baron Gerard, who crossed the Beagle with the Harrier. Like both parent breeds it was meant for hare, and it is now a pack hound used on hare, deer and other game. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale recognized it in 1974. It is quite rare, especially outside France.
Appearance
The Beagle-Harrier is a medium-sized dog, 45 to 50 cm (18 to 20 in) tall at the withers and 19 to 21 kg (42 to 46 lb) in weight. The body is usually muscular. The coat is smooth, thick and flat, and not too short. Most dogs are tricolor, in fawn, black, tan and white, and there are gray tricolor dogs too.
Care and health
The Beagle-Harrier is generally a healthy dog and lives for 12 to 13 years. It is a long-backed breed, and it can be prone to hip dysplasia.
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