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English Foxhound
A.K.A. :Foxhound
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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| Overview: | The English foxhound is a medium sized dog with a long muzzle, long shoulders and long straight legs. The feet are small and cat-like and the ears are set low and hang. In some hunting hounds, the tips of the ears are removed (rounded) to avoid injuries during the hunt. |
| Breed Group: | Hound |
| Weight (lbs): | 55-75 |
| Height (in): | 23-27 |
| Colors: | Any good hound color. |
| Coat: | The coat of the English foxhound is short and glossy, dense and hard. |
| Character: | The English foxhound has a reputation of being an intelligent and brave dog with a pleasant personality. The breed thoroughly enjoys the hunt and can run for hours. When compared to the American foxhound, the English breed is a little slower and stockier. |
| Temperament: | The English Foxhound was originally a pack hound, thus, it gets along well with other dogs and enjoys human companionship. It gets along with horses, children, and other pets, seeing as it is a gentle, social, and tolerant breed. |
| Care: | English Foxhounds need minimal coat care. Occasional rub down the coat with a rough cloth is sufficient. |
| Training: | Firm, no nonsense leadership is required. Obedience training should begin early. The "come" command is the hardest to teach because of scent distraction. |
| Activity: | It is a very active breed that enjoys the hunt. Though it is slower than the American Foxhound it enjoys running and will run all day with very few breaks in between. |
| Country of Origin: | United Kingdom |
| Health Issue: | There are very few health factors in this breed. Occasionally seen are chronic hip dysplasia and renal disease. |
| Life Expectancy: | 10-13 years |