A gentle and pleading expression adorns the face of this trainable but occasionally stubborn and independent dog. Since the American Foxhounds are scent hound breeds, with a fast and active lifestyle, they are ideal as hunting dogs and not watchdogs. Dog lovers love their docile nature, sweet demeanors, and that they are easygoing and gentle with people plus other animals, though timid in unfamiliar surroundings. The dog is recognized by its musical bark, narrow chest, largely done skull having a long muzzle, wide low-set ears and eyes, long straight-boned legs, and body covered in hazel or brown color.
American Foxhounds have a withers height between 21”-25” (53-64 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 45-75 lb (20-34 kg). The American Foxhound has an overall body length of roughly 28”-32” (71-81 cm), standing height between 27”-31” (69-79 cm), and a typical lifespan of 9-13 years.
A gentle and pleading expression adorns the face of this trainable but occasionally stubborn and independent dog. Since the American Foxhounds are scent hound breeds, with a fast and active lifestyle, they are ideal as hunting dogs and not watchdogs. Dog lovers love their docile nature, sweet demeanors, and that they are easygoing and gentle with people plus other animals, though timid in unfamiliar surroundings. The dog is recognized by its musical bark, narrow chest, largely done skull having a long muzzle, wide low-set ears and eyes, long straight-boned legs, and body covered in hazel or brown color.
American Foxhounds have a withers height between 21”-25” (53-64 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 45-75 lb (20-34 kg). The American Foxhound has an overall body length of roughly 28”-32” (71-81 cm), standing height between 27”-31” (69-79 cm), and a typical lifespan of 9-13 years.
