The American Foxhound is a large and athletic breed of dog that was originally bred in the United States for hunting foxes. They are intelligent, energetic, and determined, and make excellent hunting dogs.
American Foxhound
Also known as Virginia Hound
Origin
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Virginia
- Era
- 18th century (colonial era)
Group
- Hound
Lifespan
- 11–13 years
Size
- Height
- Male 56–64 cm · Female 53–61 cm
- Weight
- Male 27–32 kg · Female 27–29 kg
Coat
- Type
- medium
- Length
- medium
- Colours
- black, white & tan, white, black & tan, any color
Traits
- independent, determined, sweet-tempered, amiable, gentle, easy-going