Harrier
Breed Profile
Size: Large
Origin: England
Colour: Any
Lifespan: 10 to 12 years
The Harrier is active, independent and gregarious.
Owner's Guide
Bred to hunt in a pack, Harriers love company and are affectionate and friendly. They have tremendous energy and a strong desire to hunt and for this reason are less than ideal pets unless owners have the facilities to exercise them safely.
Originally bred to hunt hares in a pack with hunters on foot.
Special characteristics
The active Harrier has a strong desire to hunt, and is interested in scents.
Exercise requirements
High. Needs plenty of space to run off abundant energy.
Attitude to
Owners: independent, affectionate
Children: good
Other pets: may be problematic with small pets
Strangers: friendly
Unfamiliar dogs: friendly
Perfect owner
Owner who has facilities and enough land to keep a working pack, or experienced, easy-going owner who will run or bike with their Harrier every day and will appreciate their independent nature.
Potential problems
May be difficult to control on walks. Lack of exercise may lead to destructiveness and other behaviour problems. May be problematic if left alone at home.
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