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English Foxhound

English Foxhound has long, straight legs and a very deep chest. They are gentle and sociable, but rarely seen as house pets.

Overall Status

Height 24 inches
Temperament Affectionate, Gentle, Sociable
Weight 60 to 75 pounds
Life Expectancy 10 to 13 years
Coat Color Black, White & Tan, Lemon & White, White
Barking Level Frequent

Quick Factors

Playfulness
Dog Friendly
Exercise Need
Grooming Needs
Strangers Friendly
Family Affectionate
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Daily Care

Grooming Tips Exercise Tips Feeding Tips Health Tips Trainability

The English Foxhound’s short, dense coat is easy to groom. Brush it weekly with a hound mitt or rubber curry brush to remove dead hairs and distribute skin oils. The dogs shed moderately, and regular brushing will help prevent loose hairs from settling on your floors, furniture and clothing. Bathe the dog as needed.

The rest is basic care. Trim the nails every few weeks. Keep the rounded hanging ears clean and dry so bacterial and yeast infections don’t take hold. Brush the teeth for good overall health and fresh breath.

History

The English Foxhound dates back before the 1800s, in Great Britain. The Brits had kept records of over 250 different foxhound hunting packs, where studbooks were kept by the British Masters of Foxhounds Association since at least 1800.

Records of English Foxhounds showed up in the USA dating back to the mid-1900s. They were developed by crossing a variety of hounds with theBulldog,Greyhoundand theSmooth Fox Terrier.

Used in packs to chase fox with hunters on horseback, the Foxhound has impressive stamina and a good nose. He can run steadily for hours at a time. Some of the English Foxhound's talents are hunting, tracking, watchdog and agility.

The English Foxhound was recognized by the AKC in 1909. The English Foxhound is a little slower and a bit stockier than theAmerican Foxhound.

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