English Foxhound
Foxhound
Key facts
| FCI group | 6. Scent hounds and related breeds |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Category | Large |
| Height at withers | 58–64 cm |
Recognition features
- Well balanced, powerful, clean-cut dog about 58–64 cm tall
- Short, dense, weatherproof coat
- Friendly, not aggressive, with great stamina
Purpose
Pack hound for the mounted hunt.
History
The English Foxhound has been bred along careful lines for over two hundred years, with stud books of the Masters of Foxhounds Association dating back before 1800, so pedigrees are easily traced. Breeding has always been in the hands of the Masters of Foxhounds, and there have been over two hundred and fifty packs in Great Britain. The FCI recognised the breed in 1964.
Coat
Short, dense, weatherproof coat; any recognised hound colour.
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