American Foxhound

Foxhound

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Summary

The American Foxhound is a gentle and friendly breed developed in the USA for hunting foxes, they are known for their moderate shedding and moderate adaptability. They require a high level of daily exercise and thrive in rural settings.

Origin and Purpose

Developed in the USA
Bred for hunting foxes

Appearance

Dimensions

Gender	Height	Weight
Female	21-24 inches	40-50 pounds
Male	22-25 inches	50-60 pounds

Coat

Attribute	Notes
Color	Any color Typical colors include tricolor, red and white, and various shades of tan and white
Type	Short Dense Hard
Length	Short

Care

Attribute	Notes
Shedding	Moderate
Grooming	Weekly brushing
Drooling	Low

Body

Attribute	Notes
Head	Moderately long
Skull	Moderately wide
Ears	Moderately long Set low
Eyes	Large Wide set
Nose	Black
Muzzle	Of moderate length
Teeth	Scissors bite
Neck	Moderately long Muscular
Forequarters	Muscular Well developed
Fore Legs	Straight Strong
Hindquarters	Muscular Well developed
Hind Legs	Straight Strong
Feet	Cat-like Compact
Tail	Set on moderately high Carried gaily, but not curled over the back
Gait	Smooth Easy Effortless

Temperament

Gentle
Friendly
Independent
Sweet
Easy-going

Social

Attribute	Notes
Affectionate with Family	Yes
Good with Children	Good
Good with Dogs	Good
Good with Cats	Usually good if raised together May chase
Openness to Strangers	Friendly
Playfulness Level	Moderate
Protective Nature	Not very protective
Adaptability Level	Moderate

Working Roles

Hunting
Scent tracking
Field trials

Exercise Needs

High
Requires a lot of daily exercise
Long walks and runs

Health

Generally healthy
May be prone to hip dysplasia

Additional Notes

Known for their musical baying or howl
Thrive in rural environments

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