Dogs
English Foxhound
Other names: Foxhound
Hunting, tracking, watchdog, and agility.
- Origin
- Great Britain
- Size
- Large
- Height · Male
- 58–64 cm
- Height · Female
- 58–64 cm
- Weight · Male
- 24–34 kg
- Weight · Female
- 24–34 kg
- Life expectancy
- 10–12 years
- Litter
- 5–7 puppies
- FCI
- FCI group 6 · 6 · n.º 159
- AKC
- Hound Group · #151
Traits
Activity
Social
At home
Care
Training
Guarding
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Temperament
Stamina and endurance, natural ability to hunt. Friendly and not aggressive.
History
The English Foxhound has been bred along careful lines for over two hundred years, the stud books published by the Masters of Foxhounds Association of England dating back before 1800; it is an easy matter for any owner of an English Foxhound to trace the pedigree back. The breeding of Foxhounds in England has always been and is still today in hands of the masters of Foxhounds, who kept the most careful records of their breeding operations. Lately, the English Kennel Club has published an interim standard for the Foxhound. The F.C.I has recognized the breed in 1964. There have been over two hundred and fifty packs of Foxhounds in Great Britain.
Care
The Foxhound is an easygoing dog that nonetheless needs plenty of exercise. He is bred to run for miles, and can make a good jogging companion on leash or a hiking companion in a safe area. The coat needs only occasional brushing to remove dead hair.
Fenced yard, leash and exercise.
Fun facts
This is very healthy breed. Choose a show line puppy if you are looking for a pet, as field types are extremely active. Needs extensive daily running to be happy. Can become destructive if confined too much. May take off after any interesting scent - do n
English Foxhound breeders
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