DESCRIPTION

While similar to its English cousin, the American Foxhound has been developed by its breeders to be lighter and taller, to have a keener sense of smell, and to be even faster in the chase. A large, handsome hound, its front legs are long and very straight-boned. The head is long with a slightly domed, large skull. The ears are broad and pendant, framing the face. The eyes are large and wide-set - either brown or hazel, with a sweet, imploring expression. The ears are wide, flat to the head and its tail is carried cheerfully with a slight upward curve, like a sickle. The short, hard coat may be any color.

HISTORY

There are more records kept for English Foxhounds for a longer period of time than any other breed. These social dogs were most often kept in packs with other English Foxhounds and were regularly employed in fox hunting. These dogs were often selected for packs based on their colouring -- to make sure that the entire pack looked uniform, not just the individual members.


The English Foxhound was brought to America in the 1700s and became the separate American Foxhound breed which has since eclipsed the English Foxhound in popularity.

TEMPERAMENT

While traditionally a pack dog used for hunting fox in the English countryside, the English Foxhound makes a reserved house pet as long as it has constant human or canine companionship. These dogs do not well as an only pet with an owner who is rarely home.


These dogs get along well with children and other animals in the home. They are tolerant and gentle, although they are not very affectionate.


This breed is best suited for rural life, they enjoy baying and barking -- traits often not welcome in urban environments.

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