The American Foxhound is an large breed that requires plenty of exercise. They were bred to work in packs.

Physical Characteristics

• Large body
• Brown or hazel eyes
• Tail curves upward
• Coat: Short hair, usually in shades of brown, black and white
• Height: 21-25 inches
• Weight: 65-75 pounds
• Average lifespan: 11-13 years

Temperament

• Gentle, affectionate
• Interaction with people: Good with children. Friendliness toward strangers varies; depends on individual dog.
• Interaction with animals: Good with other dogs; may not do well with non-canine pets.
• Training: Can be difficult to train

At Home

• Not recommended for apartments
• Doesn't always make good house pets due to lineage as outdoor pack dogs
• Needs lots of exercise
• Does best with a lot of land
• Great for outdoor activities

Grooming

• Easy to groom
• Average shedder

Brief History

• Originated in the U.S.
• Hounds first documented as arriving in the U.S. around 1650
• Bred to hunt foxes

Fido's Facts

• Original breeders were in Maryland, Virginia and Tennessee; breed developed from hounds including the Walker, Trigg and Goodman
• Excellent for hunting and tracking
• George Washington bred some of America's first hounds
• Originally there were four American foxhound types: field trial hound, hunting hound, trail hound and pack hounds