English Foxhound Dog Breed

English Foxhound
  • Size:
    Medium/Large
  • Height:
    approximately 24 inches at the shoulder
  • Weight:
    55 to 75 pounds
  • Coat:
    Short
  • Color:
    Any hound color or combination of hound colors including black, tan and white
  • Energy:
    High
  • Activities:
    Agility, Field Trials, Hunting Tests, Conformation, Running

Prized for his stamina, keen nose and determination, the English Foxhound is a versatile hunter whose roots in Great Britain date before 1800. Like most hounds, the breed is independent and can be stubborn. Bred to run long distances in a pack, the English Foxhound needs adequate exercise, but his short coat requires minimal maintenance.

Did you know
The English Foxhound is one of the rarest breeds in the U.S.

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