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== Appearance == |
== Appearance == |
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The Beagle Harrier appears to be either a larger [[Beagle]] or a smaller [[Harrier (dog)|Harrier]]. It is a medium sized dog, between 15 and 20 inches (30 to 51 centimeters) |
The Beagle Harrier appears to be either a larger [[Beagle]] or a smaller [[Harrier (dog)|Harrier]]. It is a medium sized dog, between 15 and 20 [[inches]] (30 to 51 [[centimeters]]) tall, and it weighs between 30 and 50 [[pound]]s (14 to 23 [[kilogram]]s). {{fact}}Its coat is usually [[tricolor]], features the colors fawn, black, tan, or white. Grey Beagle Harriers may also be accepted by the [[Fédération Cynologique Internationale|FCI]]. The Beagle-Harrier's body is usually muscular and its coat smooth and thick.{{fact}} |
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== Temperament == |
== Temperament == |
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The Beagle Harrier is 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. |
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.{{fact}} |
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== Health == |
== Health == |
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The Beagle Harrier is generally very healthy and has a life span of 12 to 13 years. [[Hip dysplasia]] could cause a problem. |
The Beagle Harrier is generally very healthy and has a life span of 12 to 13 years. [[Hip dysplasia]] could cause a problem.{{fact}} |
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== History == |
== History == |
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Beagle Harriers were bred in [[France]] in the 19th century by Baron Gerard.<ref name=History>[http://www.dogbreedsite.net/dog-breeds-beginning-with-b/beagle-harrier/ Beagle Harrier] History of the Beagle Harrier. Retrieved [[4 |
Beagle Harriers were bred in [[France]] in the 19th century by Baron Gerard.<ref name=History>[http://www.dogbreedsite.net/dog-breeds-beginning-with-b/beagle-harrier/ Beagle Harrier] History of the Beagle Harrier. Retrieved [[4 March]] [[2007]].</ref> They were bred to hunt hare or deer in packs. 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.{{fact}} It was recognized by the [[Fédération Cynologique Internationale|FCI]] in 1974.<ref name=FCI>[http://www.furrycritter.com/resources/dogs/Beagle_Harrier.htm] History section. Retrieved [[5 March]] [[2007]].</ref> |
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The Beagle Harrier can now be quite rarely found in France and are even more |
The Beagle Harrier can now be quite rarely found in France and are even more rare in other countries.{{fact}} |
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== References == |
== References == |
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* [[Beagle]] |
* [[Beagle]] |
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* [[Harrier (dog)|Harrier]] |
* [[Harrier (dog)|Harrier]] |
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[[Category:Dog breeds]] |
[[Category:Dog breeds]] |
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[[Category:Scent hounds]] |
[[Category:Scent hounds]] |
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The Beagle Harrier is a scenthound. It is a breed of dog originating from France.
Appearance
The Beagle Harrier appears to be either a larger Beagle or a smaller Harrier. It is a medium sized dog, between 15 and 20 inches (30 to 51 centimeters) tall, and it weighs between 30 and 50 pounds (14 to 23 kilograms). [citation needed]Its coat is usually tricolor, features the colors fawn, black, tan, or white. Grey Beagle Harriers may also be accepted by the FCI. The Beagle-Harrier's body is usually muscular and its coat smooth and thick.[citation needed]
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.[citation needed]
Health
The Beagle Harrier is generally very healthy and has a life span of 12 to 13 years. Hip dysplasia could cause a problem.[citation needed]
History
Beagle Harriers were bred in France in the 19th century by Baron Gerard.[1] They were bred to hunt hare or deer in packs. 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.[citation needed] It was recognized by the FCI in 1974.[2]
The Beagle Harrier can now be quite rarely found in France and are even more rare in other countries.[citation needed]