| The English Foxhound is a very active dog that | | | | the best for this chore and competent |
| was used to hunt in packs. She does well with | | | | instructions to accomplish this can be found on |
| other dogs due to her heritage. She is not | | | | the net. |
| considered a family pet because she really needs | | | | *Life Span. The English Foxhound can live |
| other dogs and she also must be exercised | | | | between 10 and 14 years with proper nutrition, |
| extensively. She is a very healthy breed and easy | | | | medical care and excellent living conditions. |
| as far as grooming is concerned. She is good with | | | | *History. The English Foxhound breed was |
| children. As a reminder, never leave a child | | | | developed in Great Britain. They were used as a |
| unsupervised with a puppy or dog. | | | | pack hunter. Their genetic roots come from the |
| *Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult | | | | Greyhound, Bulldog, Fox Terrier and other |
| size (two years old or older) of the male English | | | | assorted hounds. They were first registered by |
| Foxhound is 22 to 25 inches to the withers | | | | the American Kennel Association in 1909. |
| (highest point of the shoulder). The female ranges | | | | Some Registries: |
| from 21 to 24 inches to the withers. Either sex | | | | * English Foxhound Club of America |
| averages from 65 to 70 pounds. | | | | *UKC United Kennel Club |
| *Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds | | | | *NKC National Kennel Club |
| have certain inherited health problems associated | | | | *CKC Continental Kennel Club |
| with that specific breed but the English Foxhound | | | | *APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc. |
| has no serious inherited diseases. | | | | *AKC American Kennel Club |
| She should visit the veterinarian several times in | | | | *FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale |
| the first year for shots, boosters and check up. | | | | *NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club |
| Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian | | | | *KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain |
| yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, | | | | *ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club |
| six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian | | | | *ACR = American Canine Registry |
| twice a year for check ups and shots. | | | | Litter Size: 5 to 7 English Foxhound puppies |
| Remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets. | | | | Category: Hound |
| *Grooming. The English Foxhound has a short, | | | | Terms To Describe: Lively, strong, active, elegant, |
| dense and hard coat that is easy to care for. She | | | | friendly, loyal |
| just needs an occasional rubbing down and | | | | *SPECIAL GOOD POINTS |
| brushing to keep her looking good. Brushing will | | | | Good watch dog. |
| help her maintain a clean and healthy coat and | | | | Good pack hunting dog. |
| help you keep a closer eye on her health and | | | | *SPECIAL BAD POINTS |
| strengthen your emotional bond with her. | | | | They are slow learners. |
| Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a | | | | Generally kept as a group, not a family pet. |
| week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed | | | | Scent will distract them. |
| for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of | | | | Poor guard dog. |
| plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) | | | | They will wander off if not restrained. |
| and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease | | | | She likes to bay. |
| can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and | | | | *Other Names Known By: Foxhound |
| other serious disease. | | | | *Every dog is an individual so not everything in |
| Her toenails may need to be examined for | | | | this information may be correct for your dog. |
| growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of the | | | | This information is meant as a good faith guideline |
| rear feet grow slower than the toenails of the | | | | only. |
| front feet. Generally a guillotine type trimmer is | | | | |