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Name	Beagle	Beagle-Harrier	Kerry Beagle
Origins	England	France	Ireland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle breeds.	English Beagle	French Beagle-Harrier Beagle Harrier	An Pocadán Ciarraioch
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	42-46 pounds (19-21 kg)	50-60 pounds (22.5-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Beagle-Harrier or Kerry Beagle? Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	18-20 inches (45-50 cm)	22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$800	$400-$600	$300-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Beagle-Harrier or Kerry Beagle?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Beagle-Harrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Kerry Beagle dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which is easiest to train?	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which breed is most alert?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which breed is most protective?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle? Compare temperaments.	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Loyal Spirited Calm Determined	Energetic Friendly Quick Gentle Outright
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more 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.	Sensitive: Kerry Beagle dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Beagle-Harrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Kerry Beagle dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Beagle 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.	Kerry Beagle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	No data available See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Beagle-Harrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Kerry Beagle 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 Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which breed is most playful?	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle-Harrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Kerry Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Kerry Beagle breed in the home.
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Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which breed is most flexible?	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Beagle-Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Kerry Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Beagle-Harrier or Kerry Beagle?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.	Kerry Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle-Harrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which uses mouth most during play?	Beagle 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.	Kerry Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Beagle-Harrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kerry Beagle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Beagle-Harrier: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Kerry Beagle: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kerry Beagle can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which has fewer health issues?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Kerry Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Beagle-Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kerry Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	No data available	No data available

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Beagle-Harrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Kerry Beagle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which needs most food?	0.5 to 1.5 cups 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.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black White Brown Tricolor	Tan & White Blue Mottled & Tan Blue Mottled & Black
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Beagle-Harrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kerry Beagle doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which drools least?	The Beagle 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.	The Kerry Beagle is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Beagle-Harrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kerry Beagle has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Silky	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Beagle-Harrier or Kerry Beagle? Beagle or Beagle-Harrier or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle-Harrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs shed above average. See more.
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Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which is best with kids?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kerry Beagle dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Kerry Beagle dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Beagle-Harrier or Kerry Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Kerry Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Beagle-Harrier or Kerry Beagle?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Kerry Beagle dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Beagle-Harrier or Kerry Beagle?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Beagle-Harrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Kerry Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle?	Yes Beagle 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.	Yes Kerry Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Beagle-Harrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Kerry Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beagle-Harriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kerry Beagles are usually recommended for elderly people.

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good 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 Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. 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 Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. 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 Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Beagle-Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kerry Beagle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. 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 Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. 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.

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which has most puppies?	2-14 puppies, average 7	4-6 puppies	1-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. 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.

Beagle vs Beagle-Harrier vs Kerry Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. How are they classified internationally?	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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Beagle, Beagle-Harrier, and Kerry Beagle. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	No data available

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