English Foxhound
- Origin
- England
- Type
- Scenthound
- Size
- Large
- Height
- 51–69 cm (20–27 in)
- Colors
- Any hound color
- Status
- Recognised by the FCI and The Kennel Club
The English Foxhound is one of the four foxhound breeds and a cousin of the American Foxhound. It is a scent hound, bred to hunt foxes by following their trail.
History
English Foxhounds have been bred for more than two hundred years, and their stud books have been kept since the 18th century.
During British rule in India, English Foxhounds were sent out to hunt jackals. They seldom lived long in the hotter climate. They were chosen over greyhounds for this work because they were slower, which made for a longer chase.
Appearance
Show standards call for a hound standing 51–69 cm (20–27 in) at the withers. The skull is thick and the muzzle long. The legs are muscular and straight-boned, and the feet are rounded, almost like a cat’s. Any hound color is accepted.
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