English Foxhound Breed Information

English Foxhound

Weight:

40--65 pounds (18-30 kg.)

Height:

21-27 inches (53-69 cm.)

Color:

tri-colored as well as white with another color (yellow, orange, etc.)

Temperament:

The English Foxhound was originally a pack hound, therefore, it gets along well with other dogs and enjoys human companionship. It gets along with horses, children, and other pets, as it is a gentle, social, and tolerant breed.

Grooming:

The short, dense coat of this breed is easy to maintain. Weekly brushing or wipe down with a dry towel or damp washcloth is all that is necessary.

Training:

The English Foxhound will enjoy training if you make it fun and will loathe it if you don't. He is generally inclined to have a strong desire to please but an even stronger desire to follow a trail, which can create a lot of challenging distractions in almost all training venues.

Exercise:

The English Foxhound is a high energy dog that needs extensive daily running to be happy. Be careful if letting them off leash as they may take off after any interesting scent.

Life Expectancy:

around 12 -14 years

Litter Size:

average 5 - 7 puppies

Country of origin:

England

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