The History of the Fox Hound

Foxhounds were the very first dogs in Great Britain to come under the domination of scientific breeding. Their origins can be traced as far back as the 13th century. At the end of Cromwell’s war, something different was wanted to specifically hunt the wild deer other than the more ancient dos like the Southern Hound and the Bloodhound. There was a need for a quicker hound. In 1650, when the English Foxhound reach America, they began breeding them to be lighter, faster and taller.

The Foxhound’s head is somewhat broad, not peaked like the Bloodhound. They are long, with very prominent eyebrows and low set ears. Their natural condition is thin and shapely, but not large. This beautiful breed had extremely bright eyes full of expression. Their look is known to be remarkable. Their coat is hard hair, but short and smooth, the texture is as stiff as bristles, but beautifully laid.

Even though they are sweet and affectionate, they have not been primarily bred to be family members. When raised from a puppy they are excellent with both children and other dogs. They do, also, tend to need a lot of exercise and are not recommended for one looking for an “apartment friendly” dog. Without a good deal of exercise, they can become destructive when restless. They are an extremely healthy breed that is basically free of any genetic disease. They must not be overfed because they are prone to obesity. Their average weight is from 55 to 75 pounds with a height of up to 27 inches.

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