How tall is a Harrier?

An adult Harrier stands about 20 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Harrier considered a medium dog?

Yes — at 20" / 53 lb, the Harrier falls into the medium-breed size class (shoulder height 16–22"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #117 tallest.

How does a Harrier compare to a person?

At 20" tall, a Harrier stands about 31% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Harrier Size Compared to a Person

A Harrier stands 20″ at the shoulder and weighs about 53 lb — that puts it at 31% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #117 by shoulder height and falls into the medium-breed size class (Medium breeds, 16–22").

Harrier next to a person at scale — 20-inch shoulder height, 53 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Harrier at 20″ / 53 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Harrier compares

	Harrier	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	20″	64″	-44″
Weight	53 lb	135 lb	-82 lb

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About the Harrier

The Harrier is a medium-sized hound breed that has been trailing hares across the English countryside for centuries. Often described as a "Beagle on steroids," Harriers share the Beagle's friendly disposition and keen nose but come in a larger, more athletic package. These pack-oriented dogs are cheerful, outgoing, and tireless in the field, with an endurance that allows them to hunt for hours without tiring.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Medium size class with shoulder height closest to the Harrier.

Combai — 20″ / 50 lb (same height)
English Springer Spaniel — 20″ / 50 lb (same height)
Finnish Lapphund — 20″ / 43 lb (same height)
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever — 20″ / 43 lb (same height)
Shikoku — 20″ / 45 lb (same height)
American Pit Bull Terrier — 19″ / 50 lb (−1″ vs Harrier)
American Staffordshire Terrier — 19″ / 63 lb (−1″ vs Harrier)
Australian Cattle — 19″ / 43 lb (−1″ vs Harrier)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Harrier?: An adult Harrier stands about 20 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Harrier considered a medium dog?: Yes — at 20" / 53 lb, the Harrier falls into the medium-breed size class (shoulder height 16–22"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #117 tallest.
How does a Harrier compare to a person?: At 20" tall, a Harrier stands about 31% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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