A Detailed Comparison of the Harrier and the Pomsky.

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Harrier Versus Pomsky: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Harrier and the Pomsky? 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 Pomsky 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 Pomsky.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Harrier and the Pomsky 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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky.

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 Pomsky.

Harrier versus Pomsky: Overview

A very important difference between the Harrier and the Pomsky is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Harrier is a medium-sized dog while the Pomsky is a small-sized dog.

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 Pomsky belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Harrier versus Pomsky: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Harrier to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky

Factor Harrier Pomsky
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Height 19 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 15 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 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Weight 45 to 60 pounds 7 to 38 pounds
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
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 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $2995
Average Price No Data $2270
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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Harrier is a better pet than the Pomsky. 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 Pomsky so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Harrier and the Pomsky

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

  • Harriers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Pomskys adapt well to apartment living.
  • Harriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Pomskys do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Harriers are very easy to groom. However, Pomskys require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Harriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Pomskys 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 Pomsky

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

  • Both the Harrier and the Pomsky do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Harrier and the Pomsky are not easy to train.
  • Both the Harrier and the Pomsky can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Harrier and the Pomsky are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Harrier and the Pomsky are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Harrier and the Pomsky have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Harrier and the Pomsky are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Harrier and the Pomsky have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Harrier and the Pomsky are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Harrier versus Pomsky

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

    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, Pomskys weigh 7 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Pomskys are 10 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Harrier versus Pomsky

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

    The lifespan of Pomskys is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pomskys is 13.5 years.

    Pomskys live longer than Harriers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Harrier versus Pomsky

    Harriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Pomskys do not like to be left alone.

    Do Harriers shed more than Pomskys?

    Harriers shed moderately.

    Pomskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Harrier or the Pomsky

    Harriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pomskys do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Harriers are very easy to groom.

    Pomskys require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Pomskys 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.

    Do Harriers Bark and Howl? What about Pomskys?

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

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

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

    Harriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Pomskys can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Harrier vs. Pomsky

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

    Pomskys 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 Pomskys Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Harriers can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

    Harriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Pomskys get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Harriers good family dogs? What about Pomskys?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Harriers and Pomskys?

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

    Pomskys do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Harrier Easier to Train than the Pomsky?

    Harriers are not easy to train.

    Pomskys are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Harrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomsky?

    Harriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Pomskys adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Harriers are OK for new dog owners.

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomsky

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky:

  • Pomeranian (78 percent match with Pomsky). Here is our comparison of the Harrier vs Pomeranian.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Harrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Harrier versus Morkie     Harrier versus Black Mouth Cur     Harrier versus Chinese Crested     Harrier versus Standard Schnauzer     Harrier versus Irish Water Spaniel     Harrier versus Bolognese     Harrier versus Goldador     Harrier versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Harrier versus Bullmastiff     Harrier versus Puggle     Harrier versus Black Russian Terrier     Harrier versus Redbone Coonhound     Harrier versus Gordon Setter     Harrier versus Shiba Inu     Harrier versus Boxer     Harrier versus Affenhuahua     Harrier versus Cocker Spaniel     Harrier versus Lancashire Heeler     Harrier versus Briard     Harrier versus French Spaniel     Harrier versus Patterdale Terrier     Harrier versus Affenhuahua     Harrier versus American Bulldog     Harrier versus Belgian Tervuren     Harrier versus Italian Greyhound     

    Pomsky Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pomsky versus Maltese     Pomsky versus Miniature Pinscher     Pomsky versus Chinese Crested     Pomsky versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Pomsky versus English Cocker Spaniel     Pomsky versus Scottish Deerhound     Pomsky versus Pharaoh Hound     Pomsky versus Affenhuahua     Pomsky versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Pomsky versus Finnish Spitz     Pomsky versus Lowchen     Pomsky versus Welsh Terrier     Pomsky versus Newfoundland     Pomsky versus Bull Terrier     Pomsky versus Gordon Setter     Pomsky versus Dachshund     Pomsky versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Pomsky versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Pomsky versus French Bulldog     Pomsky versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Pomsky versus Maltipoo     Pomsky versus Bluetick Coonhound     Pomsky versus Clumber Spaniel     Pomsky versus Cockalier     Pomsky versus Yorkshire Terrier     

    Conclusion: Harrier versus Pomsky. 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 Pomsky better suits you and your family.