American Foxhound

History

A pack of hounds was imported to America in 1650, this pack of hounds was the foundation for the American Foxhound
In the 1700's hounds were imported from France and England to further develop the breed
He bred for field trials, fox hunting, trailing, and to hunt in large packs of 20 or more other hounds.
They were bred to hunt by "scent"

He's sweet-natured, loyal and loving to his human family, but not overly affectionate
He doesn't like being alone for long periods
He needs something to do; if he's bored he will find ways to entertain himself often by being destructive (chewing, scratching, digging, etc)!
He likes to be outside roaming around and suits a home with a secure yard (he's adept at scaling fences and escaping back yards to go wandering)
He can't be trusted off leash because as soon as he picks up a scent he will follow his noise (and could be hit by a car)
He makes a good watchdog and will bark or howl when a stranger is present
He isn't barky but when he does bark it is very deep and loud which might upset neighbors
His independent nature means that he isn't going to listen to your every command

He sheds quite a bit of hair. You'll find some hair stuck to your clothes, couch and carpets.

His short coat only needs to be brushed occasionally. However, because it sheds you may find yourself brushing it once a week, or more, to minimize the hair in your home (what you remove with a brush doesn't end up on the couch!).