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American
Foxhound dog breed
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American Foxhound owner,
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Dog breed group |
Hound
Dogs |
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Origin of breed |
United
States, hunting dog |
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Life expectancy |
12-13
years
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Color |
All
colors.
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Coat type |
The
close, hard Hound coat is of medium length. The tail has a very
slight brush. |
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Exercise needs |
Has
a high energy level and will require daily exercise. |
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Temperament |
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Good with children |
The
Foxhound is excellent with children, and will, in fact, bond
with the entire family. Gets along with other pets.
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Grooming needs |
Needs minimal grooming of his short coat. |
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Average size (inches) |
22
- 25
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21
- 24
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Average weight (lbs) |
60
- 70
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60
- 70
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Health issues |
A natural breed, he has minimal
health problems. Possible deafness and hip dysplasia.
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Living conditions |
Large house, but
bred for outdoor activity.
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Dog
breed description
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Distinguished from his English
cousins by his finer bones, more leg length and more angulated hindquarters.
The American Foxhound was not bred to be a family pet, but if he is
well socialized as a young pup he will adapt to family life. He has
a tendency to want to roam, but will adapt to his environment if properly
cared for. Favored as a hunting dog he has a keen nose and a remarkable
talent to instinctively bark on the fox's trail. He is exceptionally
athletic and is very willing to work. The American Foxhound is descended
from the English Foxhound. He was brought into the United States by
Robert Brooke in the 1650's. He was later crossed with other British
and French hounds and used to chase fox, coyote and deer.
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Dog
breed infobits |
The
American Foxhound was developed in colonial America, using the English
Foxhound as a base. Irish, French and other hounds are thought to have
been used in the breed's refinement. |
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