BEAGLE HARRIER

Apartment Living

Good for 1st Time Owners

Tolerance Levels

Affection for Family

Kid Friendliness

Stranger Friendliness

Ease of Grooming

General Health

Trainability

Prey Drive

Exercise Needs

Energy Level

History

The Beagle Harrier was developed in the 19^th century in France by Baron Gerard. It is not clear whether these dogs are a result of crossing a Beagle and a Harrier because their origin is not well documented. They were recognized by the FCI and CKC in 1974.

Temperament & Personality

The Harrier dog is calm, loving and the most patient dog in the breed. It behaves well with children and other animals, so it is an excellent family pet. It does not bark too much and mingles well with the family members. Due to its hunting nature, it is important to start socializing the dog from the early days. It enjoys being outdoors and is not suited for apartment life. Some of its abilities are tracking, agility, hunting, and narcotics detection.

Exercise

Medium to large sized yards with proper fencing is suitable for a Beagle Harrier. Exercises are essential on a daily basis to avoid laziness and destructive behavior. Jogging, walking and playing sessions should be done regularly and the dog must be leashed.

Grooming

This dog has minimal grooming needs. Take the help of a professional vet to trim their nails properly. Bathe the dog only when it’s dirty to avoid the loss of natural oils of the skin. Check and clean their eyes and ears on a weekly basis to prevent infections.

Health Problems

Hip dysplasia is the only cause of concern for the Beagle Harrier’s health.

Training

Because it is a scenthound, Beagle Harriers are challenging to train without a leash. They have a strong sense of smell and distraction easily is an issue with them. The owner should keep the training interesting by involving activities like army crawling, use positive methods and train the dog to accept leash right from puppyhood.