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American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Redtick Coonhound or English Foxhound or Harehound? Find the right dog for you

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Name American English Coonhound English Foxhound Harrier
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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 American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier breeds.
Redtick Coonhound
English Coonhound
No data available Harehound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
40 -65 pounds (18 - 30 kg) 65-70 pounds (29-32 kg) 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
40 -65 pounds (18 - 30 kg) 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American English Coonhound or English Foxhound or Harrier? American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier height comparison:
21 - 27 inches (53 - 69 cm) Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) 19-21 inches (48-50 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
21 - 27 inches (53 - 69 cm) Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) 20 inches (49 cm)

American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$1200 $800-$1200 $300-$400
Availability
Which is easier to get, American English Coonhound or English Foxhound or Harrier?
Frequent: The American English Coonhound is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The English Foxhound is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Harrier is easier than average to get.

American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier? Compare temperaments.
Active
Energetic
Loyal
Strung
Active
Friendly
Gentle
Sociable
Companionable
Tolerant
Active
Friendly
Outgoing
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Tolerant
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: American English Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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English Foxhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Harrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier?
Average to High: American English Coonhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: English Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Harrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier social needs comparison:
American English Coonhound dogs are a social breed.
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English Foxhound dogs are a social breed.
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Harrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
American English Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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English Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Harrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
American English Coonhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Foxhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Harrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The American English Coonhound rarely barks.
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A lot: English Foxhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Harrier rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which breed is most playful?
The American English Coonhound is a playful breed.
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Average: English Foxhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Harriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 American English Coonhound indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Foxhound breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Harrier breed.

American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: American English Coonhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
English Foxhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: American English Coonhound or English Foxhound or Harrier?
American English Coonhound 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 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 English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The American English Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Harrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which uses mouth most during play?
American English Coonhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Foxhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Harrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American English Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Harrier bite force: Ordinary.

American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of American English Coonhound: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of English Foxhound: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Harrier: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The American English Coonhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which has fewer health issues?
The American English Coonhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
English Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Harriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The American English Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The English Foxhound 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Renal Disease
Ear Infections
Eye Problems
Obesity

American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which breed is most active?
American English Coonhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Foxhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Harrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American English Coonhound or English Foxhound or Harrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American English Coonhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
English Foxhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Harrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American English Coonhound or English Foxhound or Harrier?
American English Coonhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Foxhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Harrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

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

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The American English Coonhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The English Foxhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Harrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which needs most food?
3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 4 to 7 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.

American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Tricolor
Black
Tan
White
Lemon
Black
Tan
Red
White
Lemon
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The American English Coonhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The English Foxhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Harrier requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which drools least?
The American English Coonhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The American English Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Harrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Hard Dense Thick
Shiny
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American English Coonhound or English Foxhound or Harrier? American English Coonhound or English Foxhound or {name3 shedding:
American English Coonhound dogs shed moderately.
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English Foxhound dogs shed moderately.
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Harrier dogs shed moderately.
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American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Good With Comparison

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

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

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and 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 American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and 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 American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

American English Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

English Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and 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.

American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 5-7 puppies 5-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and 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 American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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American English Coonhound vs English Foxhound vs Harrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and 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 American English Coonhound, English Foxhound, and Harrier. Which has most recognition?
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
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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