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Harrier (dog)
dog breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Élevé
Coat
Blanc et noir, blanc et orange, tricolore.
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Harrier is a British dog breed. It is a medium-sized hunting hound with a white and black or orange coat. It is used as a hunting dog for pack hunting, specialized in hunting hares.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Élevé
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5-30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of daily activity for balance.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Harrier (dog)
Origins & history
A story told
The Harrier is a British breed of very ancient lineage like the Beagle. It would be derived from crosses between English Bulldogs, Sighthounds and the Fox Terrier. The English Foxhound was probably used in the breed's selection. In Great Britain, packs of Harriers are used for pack hunting of hares and foxes. Highly specialized, its export outside of England has been difficult, however this breed is undergoing rapid expansion in France where packs are formed for pack hunting of foxes.
Character
Daily temperament
The International Canine Federation standard does not describe a typical character or temperament for the breed. It is a joyful, intelligent, very affectionate dog even with children and as confident as any hunting hound. Active, the Harrier needs plenty of physical exercise.
Physical
Breed standard
The Harrier is a medium-sized hunting hound, built like a "hunter", with powerful bone structure and a well-defined neck. The medium-length tail is slightly feathered. The ear is implanted clearly above the line of the eye; the insertion is wider than in the Beagle and Beagle-Harrier. It is V-shaped, almost flat. Quite short, the lower end of the ear must slightly exceed the line of the rim of the lips. The dark eyes are neither prominent nor too round. The coat is smooth, flat and not too short. The coat is white-based with all shades from black to orange. In France, the Harrier is generally tricolored with a black mantle.
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What human age for a harrier (dog) ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a harrier (dog) ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
221 g
per day · 839 kcal
111 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Harrier (dog)
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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