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150 GUIDE T O BREED S

HARRIER

THIS SUPREMELY ACTIVE AND EAGER HOUND IS AN ENTHUSIASTIC EXPLORER AND TRACKER AKC

Height range Once popular for pack hunting, this handsome, classically Long muzzle more
19–22 in (48–55 cm) proportioned hound was probably developed as a smaller version of pointed than square
Weight range the English Foxhound (see p.158). Originally used to hunt hare with
42–60 lb (19–27 kg)
foot followers, Harriers
Life span 10–12 years later hunted foxes with Short, dense, hard,
Origin UK mounted followers. white coat with black
Today, the dog makes a and tan markings
great outdoor companion
and agility competitor.

Long tail set high,
carried upright, and
slightly curved
V-shaped,
pendant ears

Feet have thick
Prominent pads for working
black nose on rough terrain

BEAGLE HARRIER

A GOOD COMPANION DOG WITH A VERY CALM TEMPERAMENT, BUT KEEN TO FOLLOW SCENT FCI

Height range Larger than a Beagle (see p.152) but smaller than a Harrier (above), this
18–20 in (46–50 cm) attractive little hound is thought to have both of these breeds in its
Weight range ancestry, although it may not be the result of a direct cross. Beagle
42–46 lb (19–21 kg)
Harriers are not often seen outside France, where they have been used
Life span 12–13 years for hunting small game since the late 1800s. This dog has a pleasant
Origin France temperament and makes a good family pet.

Square,
compact body
Eyes have eager
and intelligent
expression
Narrow muzzle
on broad head
Tricolor coat
Deep,
broad chest

Rounded,
catlike feet

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