More than four hundred years ago, hunting dogs were brought from the United Kingdom to the United States. Their direct relative was the English Foxhound. It is believed that Robert Brooke brought dogs in 1650. These animals have lived on the Brooks estate for more than three centuries.
The birth of the American Foxhound breed occurred in 1857 by crossing the English Foxhound with his fellow from France and the beagle-beagles, who lived in Ireland. The result of such complex breeding work was the emergence of a new hunting breed - American Foxhound.
This dog is used when hunting for possum or raccoon. In rare cases, it can take part in a bear or cougar hunt . Such a dog can hunt in any locality, easily adapts to difficult living conditions, calmly endures climate changes. Currently, this breed is used in four completely different directions, requiring dogs of various qualities. They successfully participate in field trials, where they need to show quickness and agility, competing with other breeds. In addition, they take part in a gun hunt for foxes, where they are not required to run too fast and have a loud, sonorous bark. And finally, the Foxhounds are used in a pack consisting of 15-20 dogs. This is a large animal. Her height is an average of 54-56 centimeters, and weight - about 35 kilograms. American Foxhound is unpretentious, does not need any special care. There are no problems with food either. It’s not at all necessary for him to buy special dog delicacies. The only thing that this dog needs is a large area so that it can run into it. She gets along well with people, loves to play with children. They can patronize them for hours, so the Americans consider these animals to be excellent nannies. The American Foxhound, photos of which you see in this article, is completely devoid of aggression. He does not show it in relation to people. However, as soon as he sees other people's dogs, the instinct of protecting his territory awakens in him.
American Foxhound is less susceptible to disease. In this regard, he can be an excellent hunter and favorite pet. The owner of this dog must remember that it is strictly forbidden to overfeed - the animal can gain weight very quickly, and this will adversely affect its ability as a hunter.
Today it is safe to say that these animals have long been considered not exclusively hunting. More often, these are just American Foxhound domestic dogs . This is an affectionate and faithful friend for all family members who needs care and attention.
If you live in an apartment or a house without a spacious yard, then you should spend long daily walks with a dog, because the American Foxhound really needs movement and physical activity.
Due to the very wayward, with some stubbornness, nature of the Foxhound, the training process should be entrusted to an experienced specialist who is well acquainted with this breed. Only in this case you will receive an obedient and faithful friend.