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Name	Harrier	American Foxhound	English Foxhound
Origins	United Kingdom	United States	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Harehound	No data available	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Which is the smallest dog, Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Harrier or American Foxhound or American Foxhound? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound weight comparison:	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)	65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)	65-70 pounds (29-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	70 pounds (31.5 kg)	67.5 pounds (30.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound height comparison:	19-21 inches (48-50 cm)	21-25 inches (53-64 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (49 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Which is more expensive?	$300-$400	$400-$600	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	Frequent: The Harrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The American Foxhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The English Foxhound is easier than average to get.

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound trainability comparison.	Harrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	Harrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Harrier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	American Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	English Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Friendly Outgoing Tempered Sweet Cheerful Tolerant	Loving Independent Intelligent Loyal Tempered Kind Sweet	Active Friendly Gentle Sociable Companionable Tolerant
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Harrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound?	Average: Harrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound social needs comparison:	Harrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Harrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Harrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound playfulness comparison:	Average: Harriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The American Foxhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: English Foxhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound?	Low to Average: The Harrier rarely barks. See more.	A lot: American Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: English Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Harrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the American Foxhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Foxhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	American Foxhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Foxhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	Harrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	American Foxhound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	English Foxhound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Harrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Harrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound mouthiness comparison:	Harrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound?	Harriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	American Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	English Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound health problems comparison:	Ear Infections Eye Problems Obesity	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Renal Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The American Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The English Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound lifespan comparison. How long do Harrier, American Foxhound and English Foxhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Harrier: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Foxhound: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of English Foxhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American Foxhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound energy level comparison:	Harrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Harrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Foxhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Foxhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	Harrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Foxhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Foxhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Harrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The American Foxhound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The English Foxhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound coat comparison:	Thick Shiny	Rough	Dense
Colors What are the original Harrier, American Foxhound and English Foxhound color?	Black Tan Red White Lemon	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Tan White Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Harrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Harrier or American Foxhound or {name3 shedding:	Harrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Foxhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Foxhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound?	Medium ⏺ The Harrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Harrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	American Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	English Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Harrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	Harrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	Harrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound?	Harrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound?	Yes Harrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Foxhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Foxhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Harrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	Yes American Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	Yes English Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Harriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Harrier or American Foxhound or English Foxhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound?	Not really Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Harrier and American Foxhound and English Foxhound have?	5-7 puppies	5-7 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Harrier vs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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