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English Foxhound
The English Foxhound is a large hound breed that was bred to work with horses. A good companion that requires room to run.
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Breed Facts
Finding an English Foxhound
Physical Characteristics
- Large build
- Elegant, clean cut and athletic
- Coloring is any hound color (black, tan and white) or any combination of the three with white, yellow and tan
- Brown eyes have a soft, gentle expression
- Coat: Short, dense hair
- Height: 23-27 inches
- Weight: 75-95 pounds
- Average lifespan: 12 years
Temperament
- Friendly, amiable, gentle, active, bold
- Interaction with people: Excellent with children
- Interaction with animals: Prefers company of other dogs; good with other animals
- Level of attention needed: Traditionally a pack animal, so needs lots of human or canine companionship
- Training: Responsive and obedient to owner, but training takes patience
Medical Conditions
While the listed ailments may be common in this breed, not all members of the breed suffer from these conditions. Responsible breeders screen for orthopedic and genetic diseases.
At Home
- Not recommended for apartments
- Needs large yard, preferably acreage
Grooming
- Average shedder
- Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush
- Shampoo only when necessary
Other Facts
- Developed in response to the deer depletion of the late 1500s when sportsmen began hunting fox
- Passionate hunter
- Designed to live near horses
- Registered with the American Kennel Club as the rarest dog in the U.S.
- Able to run for five to six hours at a consistent speed without stopping
Breed History
- Developed by mixing of various hounds
- Subsequently bred with the greyhound, bulldog, and fox terrier
- From these latter breeds the foxhound inherited sudden spurts of speed during the chase, force and authority, and a passion for the hunt
- Studbooks have been carefully kept by the British Masters of Foxhounds Association since the 1800s
For more information about this breed and breeder referral contacts, please visit the English Cocker Spaniel Club of America For breed rescue opportunities, visit ECSCA Rescue
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