Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier – Which one is a better dog breed for you?
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| Name | Pointer | Harrier | Beagle-Harrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origins |  England | United Kingdom |  France |
| Group | Gun Dog | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 113 | 183 | 454 |
| Reviews | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rate |
| Other Names | English Pointer | Harehound | Beagle Harrier, French Beagle-Harrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred | Cross Breed |
| AKC Group | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
| FCI Group | Not recognized by 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. |
| Breed Recognition | No set | No set | No set |
| Price | $400-$500 | $300-$400 | $400-$600 |
General Appearance - Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier
| Size | Medium | Medium | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 44-66 pounds (20-30 kg) | 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg) | 42-46 pounds (19-21 kg) |
| Avg. Weight | 55 pounds (25 kg) | 50 pounds (22.5 kg) | 44 pounds (20 kg) |
| Height | Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm) | 19-21 inches (48-50 cm) | 18-20 inches (45-50 cm) |
| Avg. Height | Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) | 20 inches (49 cm) | 19 inches (47.5 cm) |
Hair & Care - Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier
| Coat | Dense | Thick Shiny | Silky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colors | White Brown Yellow Black | White Tan Red Lemon Black | White Brown Tricolor Black |
| Grooming | Effortless: The Pointer requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Harrier requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Beagle-Harrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
| Shedding Level | Pointers shed none to minimal. | Harriers shed moderately. | Beagle-Harriers shed moderately. |
Characteristics - Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier
| Temperament | Active Amiable Kind Intelligent Affectionate Outright Tempered Loyal | Active Friendly Sweet Tempered Cheerful Outgoing Tolerant | Calm Loyal Determined Spirited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Rank | Average: Pointer's has average obedience intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Smart: Beagle-Harrier's has great intelligence. |
| Trainability | Pointers are very easy to train. | Harriers are easy to train. | Beagle-Harriers are easy to train. |
| Playfulness | The Pointer is a highly playful breed. | Harriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Beagle-Harrier is a playful breed. |
| Sensitivity Level | Pointers have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Harriers are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | Beagle-Harriers have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
| Affection Level | Pointers are highly affectionate dogs. | Harriers are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Beagle-Harriers are highly affectionate dogs. |
| Social Needs | Pointers need for social interaction is average. | Harriers are a social breed. | Beagle-Harriers are a social breed. |
| Barking | Average: The Pointer barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The Harrier rarely barks. | High: The Beagle-Harrier is a very vocal breed. |
| Watchdog Ability | Pointers are good watchdogs. | Harriers are not the best watchdogs. | Beagle-Harriers are average watchdogs. |
| Territorial | Pointers strongly protect their territory. | Harriers can't provide protection for their territory. | Beagle-Harriers are not the best to protect their territory. |
| Biting Potential |
Low The Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The Harrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The Beagle-Harrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Mouthiness | Pointers have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Harriers have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Beagle-Harriers have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam | Pointers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Harriers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Beagle-Harriers have average wanderlust potential. |
| Prey Drive | Pointers have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Harriers have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | No set |
| Apartment Friendly | Pointers are not apartment-friendly dogs. | Harriers are not apartment-friendly dogs. | Beagle-Harriers are not the best choice for an apartment lifestyle, but they don't mind being inside if you walk them several times every day. |
| Adaptability | Pointers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Harriers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Beagle-Harriers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
| Tolerates Being Left Alone | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Harriers 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. | Beagle-Harriers 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. |
| Fighting 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. |
Good With - Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier
| Stranger Friendly | Pointers are not the most stranger friendly dogs. | Harriers are stranger friendly dogs. | Beagle-Harriers are stranger friendly dogs. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Friendly | Pointers are very kid-friendly dogs. | Harriers are very kid-friendly dogs. | Beagle-Harriers are kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly | Pointers are not cat-friendly dogs. | Harriers are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Beagle-Harriers are cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly | Pointers are very dog-friendly dogs. | Harriers are very dog-friendly dogs. | Beagle-Harriers are dog-friendly dogs. |
| Office Friendly |
No Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes Harrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
Yes Beagle-Harrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
| Senior Citizens Friendly | Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Harriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Beagle-Harriers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
| Pet Friendly | Pointers do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Harriers usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Beagle-Harriers are usually friendly towards other pets. |
| Good For First Time Owners |
Yes Pointers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Harriers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Beagle-Harriers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
| Service Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
| Therapy Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog |
Yes A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
| Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) |
Yes The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
| Boat Dog |
Not really Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Not really Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Not really Beagle-Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Health Factors - Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier
| Health Issues | Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues. | Harriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues. | Very healthy dog breed. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Problems | No set | Ear Infections Eye Problems Obesity | No set |
| Life Expectancy | 12-15 years | 10-12 years | 12-14 years |
| Hypoallergenic | No | No | No |
| Energy Level | Pointers are high energy dogs. | Harriers are high energy dogs. | Beagle-Harriers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
| Exercise Need | Pointers need a lot of exercises. | Harriers need a lot of exercises. | Beagle-Harriers need quite a lot of exercise. |
| Sleeping Need | Pointers don't need too much sleep. | Harriers don't need too much sleep. | Beagle-Harriers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping. |
| Avg. daily food consumption | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 3/4 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
| Weight Gain Potential | Average. | Average. | High: The Beagle-Harrier breed has a strong tendency to overweight. |
| Weather & Climate | Prefers average to warm weather conditions | Tolerates warm and cold weather. | Tolerates warm and cold weather. |
| Stinkiness |
Medium The Pointer has an average chance of bad smell. |
Medium The Harrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
Medium The Beagle-Harrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling tendency | The Pointer is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. | The Harrier is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. | The Beagle-Harrier is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. |
Reproducibility - Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier
| Gestation Length | 60-64 days | 60-64 days | 60-64 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| How often can the have a litter? |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
| Litter Size | 4-6 puppies | 5-7 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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