I can find few references to Harriers in Canada. Harriers first appear in the 1891-92 CKC Stud Book. I have a photo of a whole English pack being shipped to Toronto in the 1920's. The former Harrier Club of America had at least one Canadian member, and several Canadian Championships have been earned. Ch Johnson's Pretty Boy Floyd twice won CKC Best in Show. At the Show of Shows, he won the Hound Group and was the top Canadian Hound for 1970. Dr John Reeve-Newson, a former Harrier owner and breeder is presently a CKC judge and occasionally judges at AKC shows. Unfortunately, there has been very little activity for Harriers with the CKC for at least ten years.
| DOG'S NAME | OWNERS |
|---|---|
| Can Ch Naabeehos Harvey | Judy Webb, Bob & Pat Swanson |
| Can Ch Tallywood Troubadour | John Schwartz |
| Can Ch Tallywood Faro | John Schwartz |
| Can Ch Gypsy Jones of Glanrobin | |
| Can Ch Stormer of Glanrobin (AKA Gypsy Stormer of Glanrobin) | |
| Can Ch Johnson's Pretty Boy Floyd * | Barbara A. Miller & Dr. Samuel Contakos |
| Can Ch Scrufty's Valiant Chase | Bruce Salton |
| Can Ch Kishniga's Bret Maverick | Paul C Crary Jr & Richard Meen MD |
| Can Ch Springs Valiant Ladi | Bruce Salton |
| Can Ch Dirlov's Ky Lake Touch O Class | Dr. Richard Meen & Dr. John Reeve-Newson |
| Can Ch Breezewood Comedy | |
| Can Ch Kingsbury's Sweet Desert Fire ** | Donna K Smiley-Auborn |
| Can Ch Kingsbury's Without Reservations | Donna K Smiley-Auborn |
* 2-CKC BIS (Sportsman & ??), Top Canadian Hound 1970, #9 All breeds
* 3-CKC BIS , #3 Canadian Hound 1996, All-time Harrier Winner in Canada
The Canadian Kennel Club standard is identical to the old AKC standard (prior to 1988.) It is very short and informal.
General Appearance - The points of the modern Harrier are very similar to those of the English Foxhound. The Harrier, however, is smaller. They should be active, well balanced and full of strength and quality.
Size - The most popular size is 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)
Head - The head should be of a medium size with a good bold forehead, and plenty of expression.
Neck - Head must be set well up on a neck of ample length, and not heavy.
Forequarters - Shoulders sloping into the muscles of the back, clean and not loaded on the withers or point. The elbow's point set well away from the ribs, running parallel with the body and not turning outwards. Good straight legs with plenty of bone running well down to the toes, but not overburdened, inclined to knuckle over very slightly but not exagerated in the slightest degree.
Body - The back level and muscular, and not dipping behind the withers or arching over the loins. Deep, well-sprung ribs, running well back, with plenty of heart room, and a deep chest.
Hindquarters - Hind legs and hocks stand square, with a good sweep and muscular thigh to take weight off the body. Round cat-like feet, and close toes turning inward.
Tail - Stern should be set well up, long, and well controlled.
