A Detailed Comparison of the Harrier and the Lhasapoo.

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Harrier Versus Lhasapoo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Harrier and the Lhasapoo? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Harrier and the Lhasapoo better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Harrier and the Lhasapoo is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Harrier and for the Lhasapoo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Harrier and the Lhasapoo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Harrier or the Lhasapoo.

Harrier versus Lhasapoo: Overview

Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo are similar in size. The Harrier and the Lhasapoo are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Harrier belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

On the other hand, the Lhasapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Harrier versus Lhasapoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Harrier to the Lhasapoo based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Harrier and the Lhasapoo

Factor Harrier Lhasapoo
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 15 years
Height 19 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder 9 to 13 inches
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Weight 45 to 60 pounds 10 to 15 pounds
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1400
Average Price No Data $1150
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination- minimum age 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Harrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Lhasapoo. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Harrier is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Lhasapoo is 80 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Harrier is a better pet than the Lhasapoo. So, you should get the Harrier!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Harrier and the Lhasapoo

    Below is a list of where the Harrier and the Lhasapoo are most different:

  • Harriers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Lhasapoos adapt well to apartment living.
  • Harriers are very friendly towards strangers. However, Lhasapoos are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Harriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Lhasapoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    • The Similarities Between the Harrier and the Lhasapoo

    The Harrier and the Lhasapoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Harrier and the Lhasapoo are most similar:

  • Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo are not easy to train.
  • Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Harrier and the Lhasapoo are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Harrier versus Lhasapoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Harrier and the Lhasapoo.

    Harriers weigh 45 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Harriers are 19 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Lhasapoos weigh 10 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lhasapoos are 9 to 13 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Harrier versus Lhasapoo

    The lifespan of Harriers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Harriers is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Lhasapoos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lhasapoos is 12.5 years.

    Lhasapoos live longer than Harriers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Harrier versus Lhasapoo

    Harriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Lhasapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Harriers shed more than Lhasapoos?

    Harriers shed moderately.

    Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Harrier or the Lhasapoo

    Harriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Lhasapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Harrier or the Lhasapoo?

    Harriers are very easy to groom.

    Lhasapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Harrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lhasapoo?

    Harriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Lhasapoos have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Harriers Bark and Howl? What about Lhasapoos?

    Harriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Lhasapoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Harriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lhasapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Harriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Lhasapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Harrier vs. Lhasapoo

    Harriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Lhasapoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Harriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Harriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Lhasapoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Harrier or the Lhasapoo?

    Harriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Harriers good family dogs? What about Lhasapoos?

    Harriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Lhasapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Harriers and Lhasapoos?

    Harriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Harrier Easier to Train than the Lhasapoo?

    Harriers are not easy to train.

    Lhasapoos are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Harrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Lhasapoo?

    Harriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Lhasapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Harrier or the Lhasapoo?

    Harriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Lhasapoos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Harrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Harrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Harrier:

  • American Foxhound (82 percent match with Harrier). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs American Foxhound.
  • Black and Tan Coonhound (75 percent match with Harrier). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Black and Tan Coonhound.
  • Black Mouth Cur (75 percent match with Harrier). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Bluetick Coonhound (75 percent match with Harrier). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Bluetick Coonhound.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasapoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lhasapoo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Lhasapoo:

  • Bouvier des Flandres (77 percent match with Lhasapoo). Here is our comparison of the Harrier vs Bouvier des Flandres.
  • Biewer Terrier (76 percent match with Lhasapoo). Here is our comparison of the Harrier vs Biewer Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Harrier and how the Lhasapoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Harrier and of the Lhasapoo to other breeds:

    Harrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Harrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Harrier versus Mastiff     Harrier versus Kai Ken     Harrier versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Harrier versus Lowchen     Harrier versus Affenhuahua     Harrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Harrier versus Australian Cattle Dog     Harrier versus Jack Russell Terrier     Harrier versus Briard     Harrier versus Bluetick Coonhound     Harrier versus Lancashire Heeler     Harrier versus Lowchen     Harrier versus Lhasa Apso     Harrier versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Harrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Harrier versus Golden Retriever     Harrier versus Mountain Cur     Harrier versus Dalmatian     Harrier versus Bolognese     Harrier versus Belgian Sheepdog     Harrier versus Dogo Argentino     Harrier versus Norwich Terrier     Harrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd     

    Lhasapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lhasapoo versus Cockalier     Lhasapoo versus Lhasa Apso     Lhasapoo versus Miniature Poodle     Lhasapoo versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Cockapoo     Lhasapoo versus Spanish Mastiff     Lhasapoo versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Lhasapoo versus Borzoi     Lhasapoo versus Canaan Dog     Lhasapoo versus Morkie     Lhasapoo versus Leonberger     Lhasapoo versus Coton de Tulear     Lhasapoo versus Field Spaniel     Lhasapoo versus German Longhaired Pointer     Lhasapoo versus Redbone Coonhound     Lhasapoo versus English Setter     Lhasapoo versus Akita     Lhasapoo versus Greyhound     Lhasapoo versus Collie     Lhasapoo versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Lhasapoo versus Manchester Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Norwegian Buhund     Lhasapoo versus Bouvier des Flandres     Lhasapoo versus Cairn Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Japanese Chin     

    Conclusion: Harrier versus Lhasapoo. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Harrier and the Lhasapoo better suits you and your family.