Harrier vs American Foxhound Comparison – Which dog is better Harehound or American Foxhound?

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Name	Harrier	American Foxhound
Origins	United Kingdom	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	183	187
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Harrier and American Foxhound. What other names are these breeds known by?	Harehound	No data available
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Harrier and an American Foxhound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Harrier vs American Foxhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Harrier and an American Foxhound. Which breed is heavier?	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)	65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Harrier or American Foxhound? Is a Harrier taller than an American Foxhound?	19-21 inches (48-50 cm)	21-25 inches (53-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (49 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)

Harrier vs American Foxhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Harrier and an American Foxhound. Which breed costs more?	$300-$400	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Harrier or American Foxhound?	Frequent: The Harrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The American Foxhound is easier than average to get.

Harrier vs American Foxhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare training requirements.	Harrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare alertness levels.	Harrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Harrier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	American Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Harrier vs American Foxhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Harrier and an American Foxhound. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Friendly Outgoing Tempered Sweet Cheerful Tolerant	Loving Independent Intelligent Loyal Tempered Kind Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Harrier vs American Foxhound?	Harrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Harrier vs American Foxhound?	Average: Harrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Harrier vs American Foxhound social needs comparison:	Harrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Harrier vs American Foxhound?	Harrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Harrier vs American Foxhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Harrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Harrier vs American Foxhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Harrier rarely barks. See more.	A lot: American Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Harriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The American Foxhound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Harrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the American Foxhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Harrier vs American Foxhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	American Foxhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Harrier or American Foxhound?	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 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 vs American Foxhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Harrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Harrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Harrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Harrier vs American Foxhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Harrier: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Foxhound: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare climate tolerances.	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 American Foxhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Harrier and an American Foxhound. Which breed is healthier?	Harriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	American Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Harrier vs American Foxhound?	Frequent The Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The American Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Harrier vs American Foxhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Harrier vs American Foxhound health problems comparison:	Ear Infections Eye Problems Obesity	No data available

Harrier vs American Foxhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare activity levels.	Harrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Harrier vs American Foxhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Harrier or American Foxhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Harrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Foxhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Harrier or American Foxhound?	Harrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Foxhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Harrier vs American Foxhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Harrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The American Foxhound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Harrier vs American Foxhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Harrier and American Foxhound? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red White Lemon	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Harrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare drooling amounts.	The Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Harrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Harrier and an American Foxhound? Compare fur types.	Thick Shiny	Rough
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Harrier or American Foxhound? Do Harrier dogs shed more than American Foxhound dogs?	Harrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Foxhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Harrier vs American Foxhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Harrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Harrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	American Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Harrier or American Foxhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Harrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Harrier or American Foxhound?	Harrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Harrier or American Foxhound? Can a Harrier and an American Foxhound be friends? Do Harrier dogs get along with American Foxhound dogs?	Harrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Harrier vs American Foxhound?	Yes Harrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Foxhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Harrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	Yes American Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Harriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Harrier vs American Foxhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare therapy capabilities.	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 Which is better at detection work: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Harrier or an American Foxhound? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Harrier and American Foxhound. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Harrier vs American Foxhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Harrier and American Foxhound. Which has larger litters?	5-7 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Harrier and American Foxhound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Harrier and American Foxhound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Harrier vs American Foxhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Harrier and American Foxhound. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Harrier and American Foxhound. Which groups are they in?	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 kennel club recognition between Harrier and American Foxhound. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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