Beagle Harrier

This dog is usually seen of fawn, black and white; sometimes seen of tan and black. 

Thick, flat, short and shiny.

Dark

A well-proportioned and muscular dog is the Beagle-Harrier, which are physical attributes more common to the Harrier than the Beagle. Its head is long and slim, and its muzzle tends to be tapered towards the nose. Ears are short and fairly broad hanging flat against the cheek.

A loving, loyal and affectionate dog is the Beagle-Harrier, despite its hunting heritage. The well-adjusted dog does not tend to be aggressive. 

A dog that is playful but very easily distracted; the Beagle-Harrier will bore easily. 

Beagle-Harriers are not the calmest of dogs. However, they can be made less anxious and lonely if brought up with another dog of the same breed. 

This dog is intelligent but it easily loses focus; sounds, scents and noises are all of extreme interest to the Beagle-Harrier. 

The Beagle-Harrier was originally bred to hunt. It has an exceptionally high prey drive. 

The Beagle-Harrier enjoys meeting new people. Household visitors need have no concerns about meeting this dog for the first time. 

The Beagle-Harrier is independent. Although it easily learns commands, the dog tends to decide from day to day whether or not its owner should be obeyed.

This dog tolerates some short periods of solitude. 

Beagle-Harriers are notoriously difficult to train due to their having a short attention span. They are tempted back to class with treats but they will only endure so much tuition before slinking off again to chase scents. 

This dog barks to excess; it may also howl. It is not seen to tire of barking. 

A well-trained Beagle-Harrier can be recalled but on the whole it will not come back if its focus is elsewhere.

The Beagle-Harrier can be exceptionally destructive if left on its own for long periods of time.

Beagle-Harriers are gluttons. They will overeat if given the opportunity to do so. Stick to two meals a day of high-quality dog food formulated for an active body.

This dog is a worthwhile watchdog; it will alert you to there being someone near the house and will bark. It is not an aggressive dog however. 

The Beagle-Harrier is a suitable first dog due to its being affectionate and loyal. It should be remembered though that the dog’s need of mental and physical exercise is quite high. Care should be taken to learn more about the breed before buying a dog. 

This dog should not be kept in a flat. A well-fenced shared garden is also an insufficient provision. 

The Beagle-Harrier needs a lot of exercise throughout the day; exercise must be vigorous and prolonged. 

The Beagle-Harrier is comfortable with new experiences and is easy to transport. 

The Beagle-Harrier cannot be trusted with a non-canine pet. Its desire to chase and catch smaller animals is evident. 

This dog would do well to be kept with at least one other Beagle-Harrier. That being said, it tends to get along with dogs of other breeds.  

On the whole this breed is good with children; playful and patient. 

Because it is a dog that requires such a lot of exercise, the Beagle-Harrier is not the right dog for people of senior years. 

The Beagle-Harrier sheds moderately throughout the year.

The Beagle-Harrier is generally healthy and robust. It's life expectancy is 12 to 13 years.

This is an active and courageous dog. It needs vigorous exercise to stay happy and healthy.

The short coat of the Beagle-Harrier allows it to be tolerant of hot temperatures.

The Beagle-Harrier is robust enough to withstand walks in bad weather but care should be taken after cold walks to thoroughly dry out the dog’s coat.

Weight gain is a feature of a poorly-exercised Beagle-Harrier. This dog will quickly become obese if not cared for responsibly. 

• Epilepsy
• Hip dysplasia
• Kidney ailments

The Beagle and the Harrier are ancient breeds. As individual breeds, both lineages date back to the Middle Ages. It is believed the Beagle-Harrier came about in the late 1800s when some of the French nobility demanded a hunting dog with the physique of the Harrier and the hunting ability of the Beagle.