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Harrier Care
- Grooming: needs weekly brushing and occasional baths, since its short coat requires little work, although it is advisable to remove loose hair and dirt regularly. The usual routine is to brush once a week and bathe only when dirty or every 4 to 8 weeks depending on its lifestyle.
- Brushing and combing: it is recommended to use a rubber grooming mitt, a soft-bristle brush, or a hound mitt glove to remove dead hair and distribute the coat’s natural oils. It’s best to use mild shampoos for short coats and avoid heavy products that may dry out or dull the natural shine.
- Haircut: does not need a haircut as such, because the coat should be kept natural, short, and close to the body. Only minimal hygienic trimming is done on nails, paw pads, the perianal area, or small clean-up touch-ups if needed.
- Special attention: it’s especially important to watch the ears, since as a drop-eared hound they can accumulate moisture and dirt, as well as to check nails, paw pads, and the overall condition of the skin. It’s also useful to monitor seasonal shedding and make sure there are no irritations after long walks or baths.
- Recommended grooming appointments: a bath every 4 to 8 weeks as needed and basic grooming or hygienic maintenance sessions every 6 to 8 weeks to check nails, ears, paw pads, and manage dead hair.
Want the best care for your Harrier?
We’ll show you the 3 steps you need to follow to achieve it.
1. BRUSHING AND COMBING
- The Harrier is easy to brush, but benefits from a weekly routine to remove dead hair, dust, and surface dirt.
- Ideally, use a rubber grooming mitt, hound glove, or soft-bristle brush, always brushing in the direction of the hair to maintain shine and avoid irritating the skin.
- It doesn’t need complex detangling or specific styling, but it does benefit from consistent brushing of the tail, neck, and sides during shedding seasons.
Mitt for Harrier
The mitt Artero Laika is ideal for removing shedding hair, resulting in a healthier, shinier coat.
Artero Nova Brush
Bamboo Brush with Boar Bristles high quality. Extra soft for brushing very fine coats, to add shine to the coats of spaniels and wire-haired dogs.
Oval Extra-Fine Pin Comb
The Artero Chippy extra-fine pin type is ideal for removing any debris, parasites, matting, plant matter, etc. from the coat
Protected Slicker Brush
The Artero Romeo Slicker Brush, made with Fine Pins and includes a special finish on each pin to prevent scratching the skin in sensitive dogs
2. BATH
- Bathing should be moderate, only when it’s truly dirty or starts to smell, so as not to overly remove the coat’s natural protection.
- It is recommended to use a mild dog shampoo and rinse very thoroughly, then dry especially the ears, groin, and belly area.
- For this breed, the goal is cleanliness, healthy skin, and the natural shine of the short coat.
Shampoo for Harrier
The Artero Vitalizante is the perfect solution for your Harrier, providing enhanced care for skin and coat, strengthening the hair without softening it, maintaining its firm, natural texture.
Dry Shampoo
The dry shampoo Artero Speed restores the coat’s day-one cleanliness without washing or rinsing.
Protein Vital Conditioner
When a bath is needed, the Artero Protein Vital Conditioner will be a great option for our Harrier, providing unique softness and shine.
Deodorant for Harrier
We can apply the deodorant Artero Sniff to prevent and eliminate bad odors from our pet’s coat.
3. HYGIENE
- Harrier hygiene should include regular ear cleaning, nail trimming, paw pad checks, and monitoring of the perianal area.
- It’s also advisable to maintain a dental hygiene routine and check the skin after trips to the countryside or long walks, because it’s an active breed that can pick up dirt easily.
Ear Cleaner
The Artero Aurigel is the gel we will use to clean our Harrier’s ear canals; it’s easy to apply and removes excess wax and dirt.
Mask for Harrier
The mask Artero Detox is ideal for keeping your pet’s coat clean for longer, providing softness and nourishment.
Tear Stain Cleaner
The Artero Pretty Eyes is the solution for the brown tear stains in our Harrier. Continuous use removes 100% of stains.
Bad Breath Spray
To eliminate our Harrier’s bad breath, we will use the Artero X-Mint, ideal for preventing bad breath and tartar buildup on the teeth.
Dips Finger Wipes for Ears
For proper ear hygiene we will use the Dips Finger Wipes for Ears. These remove earwax and dirt from the outer ear area.
Dips Finger Wipes for Teeth
Finally, to maintain good oral hygiene and keep teeth clean and healthy, we will use the Dips Finger Wipes for Teeth.
What is the Harrier like?
The Harrier is a medium-sized dog with a strong, well-proportioned, highly functional build, bred to follow trails over long days. It has an athletic body, compact yet elegant, with a well-developed chest, firm back, and solid limbs that allow it to move with stamina and agility. Its overall appearance conveys energy, balance, and working ability, without looking heavy or coarse.
The head is moderately broad, with a lively and friendly expression, a defined muzzle, and medium-length drop ears that frame the face nicely. The eyes typically show an alert, intelligent gaze, very attentive to the surroundings. It is a breed with a noble, active look, typical of hounds, always ready to move.
Its coat is short, smooth, dense, and resilient, lying close to the body, which makes daily maintenance quite easy. It has no feathering or volume, and the finish should look clean, natural, and shiny. Although at first glance it seems like a low-maintenance breed aesthetically, it does need regular care to remove dead hair, keep the skin healthy, and maintain an overall good appearance.
In terms of temperament, it is usually a sociable, lively, very dynamic dog. It is active by nature, curious, and has a strong scenting instinct, so it enjoys exercise, long walks, and outdoor activities. Its body language is often cheerful and confident, reinforcing that image of a hardy, working dog that’s always on the go.
