Can Beagle-Harriers Be Guard Dogs?

Thinking to get a Beagle-Harrier puppy and wondering whether a Beagle-Harrier can be a good watch dog or if Beagle-Harrier Dogs are protective of their owners?

According to our chart, Beagle-Harrier Dogs score 0 out of 5 in the scale of breeds that are considered the best guard dogs.


Can Beagle-Harriers Be Guard Dogs?

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Can Beagle-Harriers Be A Watch Dog?

    This dog is not recommended to be a watchdog.

    Training a Beagle-Harrier To Be a Watch Dog

    A lot of people get a pet dog because they want additional security around their properties. A guard dog, or a canine that will really stop an intruder, generally takes special breeding and training, but there are many dogs that are superb watch dogs.

    A watch dog just simply alarms their owner to somebody coming close to their property. Even if your pet dog isn't a police dog, most barking dogs will discourage an intruder even if they aren't large. Most guard dogs also make excellent watch dogs, but not all watch dogs make good guard dogs.

    Top 5 Best Guard Dogs

    1. Doberman Pinscher - The Doberman Pinscher is German breed originally used for safeguarding, police and military work. They are large, powerful dogs that will alarm their owners to questionable activity and can make very good guard dogs as well.

    2. Cairn Terrier - Although small, the Cairn Terrier is mighty. They are strong-willed, fiery little terriers that are really watchful of their environments and will alert their owners to any novel activity in no time. Due to this, they make outstanding watch dogs.

    3. Rottweiler - The Rottweiler is a big German guard dog breed that is deeply loyal to its family but wary of strangers. However, they are not a good choice for inexperienced canine owners.

    4. German Shepherd - They are terrific guard dogs that will notify their owners of any strangers just a little too close to their homes.

    5. Akita - They will quickly signal their owners to any unusual activity. They are strong dogs that are not well-suited for the beginner owner, but are almost unparalleled in their loyalty to their owners.

Can Beagle-Harriers Be Guard Dogs

Beagle-Harrier Information

The Beagle Harrier appears to be either a larger Beagle or a smaller Harrier. It is a medium-sized dog, between 45 and 50 centimeters (18 to 20 inches) tall at the withers, and it weighs between 19 and 21 kilograms (42 to 46 pounds). Its coat is usually tricolor, featuring the colors fawn, black, tan, or white. There are also grey-coated (tricolor) Beagle Harriers. The Beagle-Harrier's body is usually muscular and its coat smooth and thick.

The Beagle Harrier is generally good with children and other pets. They are loyal, have lots of determination and are calm and relaxed when at home, making them a good family pet. They are a hunting breed and so require a lot of exercise and space.

What to do if you lose your Beagle-Harrier

If your Beagle-Harrier Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Register your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Report the missing pet on the Local Lost Pets Facebook Groups Here.

3. Visit the nearby vet clinics to see if anyone has brought in your lost pet.

4. Phone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Pounds.

What to do if you find a lost Beagle-Harrier

If you find a Beagle-Harrier Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Phone the Local Council to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the pet to the local Animal Shelter near to your suburb.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet Clinic who normally scan the animal’s microchip and contact the registered owner of the pet.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.




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