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English Foxhound - Dog Breeds

  • 15/11/2010

Group: Hounds

Weight: 65-70 pounds

Height: Dogs 22-25 inches Bitches 21-24 inches

Overview

This breed originated from the breeding of various hounds, which were then crossed with the Bulldog, the Greyhound and the Fox Terrier to create the English Foxhound as we know it today. The British Masters used these dogs to hunt in packs, as they have excellent noses for hunting and lots of stamina. They are very quick which makes it easy for them to catch the things they hunt.

Temperament

The English Foxhound is very curious, and this makes them somewhat harder to train. It is important to interact a lot with these dogs to calm down their nature. These dogs will not tire easily, and can run for hours without slowing down their pace. This breed is friendly toward most children and is an enjoyable breed to have in any family.

Care

The English Foxhound has a short-haired coat that is very easily maintainable. It is ideal for those who do not have a lot of time for grooming. These dogs will only need to be brushed with a firm hair brush once a week. It will keep the coat in good condition and also make sure that major problems are prevented. The more loose hair you get rid of during brushing, the less hair you will have around your home. The English Foxhound should only be bathed when particularly dirty, and in then you would want to make shampoo them to ensure they are free of all dirt and grime.

Training

The English Foxhound is an athlete by nature, and they love to work on those aspects when training. They want to run and to hunt, and also be successful in doing so.

This breed should be socialized when still young to make sure they get along with other animals in the family. The English Foxhound should not be left alone for long periods of time, as this will lead to destructive behaviour and excessive chewing.

Health problems

In general, the English Foxhound is a healthy breed, but potential owners should be aware of a few issues they struggle with. Chronic hip dysplasia is a common problem for the English Foxhound and this condition occurs over time. Similar to humans, the English Foxhound can have problems with the processing of wastes in the body, and this causes renal disease. Epilepsy is another issue these dogs struggle with, and there is no cure for this disorder.

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