Harrier Breed Information
Learn all about Harrier dogs, read about the Harrier breed information, find out about the Harrier Breed Standard, Harrier behavior and more.
Harrier Breed Introduction
The Harrier breed is a small hound dog breed. The Harrier gets its name from “hare,” which is the animal the breed was developed to hunt. As a hound, Harriers are somewhat similar in many respects to Foxhounds and Beagles.
The Harrier’s Behavior
Source: Wikipedia.
Recommended for: pet
The Harrier breed is said to have an excellent, pleasant disposition and to be a good dog breed for children. As a pack dog breed, Harriers do not like to be alone. As a hunting dog breed, a Harrier dog needs time to spend outdoors in physical activity.
Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog’s actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.
The Harrier’s Physical Characteristics
Here are some of the characteristics of the Harrier breed as determined by the American Kennel Club’s published breed standard.
- Size: 19-21 inches
- Coat: short, dense, hard, glossy
- Color: any
- Eyes: medium-sized, brown, hazel, yellow
- Ears: low-set, close to cheeks, rounded tips
- Skull: in proportion with the body with a noticeable forehead
- Muzzle: squared-looking
- Nose: wide
- Tail: long, high-set, tapered
The Harrier’s Origins and History
Source: Wikipedia.
Country/Region of Origin: United Kingdom
Original purpose: hunting hares and foxes
Name: from “hare,” the animal the breed originally hunted
Historical notes: though fairly rare in the US, the Harrier has long been popular in England as a pack dog.