Beagle-Harrier
The Beagle-Harrier is a breed of dog originating from France. It is a scenthound, originally bred to hunt hares.
Characteristics
Appearance
The Beagle-Harrier appears to be either a large Beagle or a small Harrier. It is a medium-sized dog, between tall at the withers, and it weighs between. Its coat is usually tricolor, featuring the colors fawn, black, tan, or white. There are also grey-coated Beagle-Harriers. The Beagle-Harrier's body is usually muscular and its coat smooth and thick.
Health
The Beagle Harrier is generally healthy and has a life span of 12 to 13 years. The breed can be prone to Hip dysplasia due to being a long-backed breed of dog.
History
Beagle-Harriers were bred in France in the late 19th century by Baron Gerard, as a cross between the Beagle and the Harrier. Like its parent breeds, the Beagle-Harrier was bred to hunt hares, and is now a pack hunter used for hares, deer, and other game. The Beagle-Harrier was later imported into America in the mid-1800s to hunt rabbits. It was recognized by the FCI in 1974. Especially outside of its native France, the breed is quite rare.