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Name	English Pointer	Harrier	Beagle-Harrier
Origins	England	United Kingdom	France
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier breeds.	English Pointer	Harehound	French Beagle-Harrier Beagle Harrier
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)	42-46 pounds (19-21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Harrier or Beagle-Harrier? English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier height comparison:	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)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	20 inches (49 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$500	$300-$400	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Harrier or Beagle-Harrier?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Harrier is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Beagle-Harrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which is easiest to train?	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Harrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which breed is most alert?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Harrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which breed is most protective?	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Harrier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier? Compare temperaments.	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Active Friendly Outgoing Tempered Sweet Cheerful Tolerant	Loyal Spirited Calm Determined
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Harrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Beagle-Harrier 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: English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Harrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Beagle-Harrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Harrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Harrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Harrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	No data available See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Harrier rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Beagle-Harrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which breed is most playful?	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Harriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Beagle-Harrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Harrier breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Beagle-Harrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which breed is most flexible?	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Beagle-Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: English Pointer or Harrier or Beagle-Harrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.	Beagle-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.

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The English 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.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which uses mouth most during play?	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Harrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Harrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Beagle-Harrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Harrier: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Beagle-Harrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which has fewer health issues?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Harriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Beagle-Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Ear Infections Eye Problems Obesity	No data available

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which breed is most active?	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Harrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle-Harrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or Harrier or Beagle-Harrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Harrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Beagle-Harrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or Harrier or Beagle-Harrier?	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Harrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Harrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Beagle-Harrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which needs most food?	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. What colors are available?	Black White Brown Yellow	Black Tan Red White Lemon	Black White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Harrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Beagle-Harrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which drools least?	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle-Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The English 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.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Thick Shiny	Silky
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Harrier or Beagle-Harrier? English Pointer or Harrier or {name3 shedding:	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Harrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which is best with kids?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Harrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Harrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Harrier or Beagle-Harrier? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Harrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Harrier or Beagle-Harrier?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Harrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or Harrier or Beagle-Harrier?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Harrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Harrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle-Harrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English 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 Which dog is good for elderly people?	English 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.

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which excels in therapy work?	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
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Beagle-Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which has most military use?	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.

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	5-7 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. What's recommended?	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.

English Pointer vs Harrier vs Beagle-Harrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. How are they classified?	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 Classification Compare FCI groups for English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. How are they classified internationally?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of English Pointer, Harrier, and Beagle-Harrier. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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