Foxhound

Size
Large to Giant (27Kg +)
Exercise
40 min/day
Training
Weekly
Size of home
House with garden
Time at home
Often alone
Grooming
Weekly
Barking preference
Moderate
Personality
Independent

Breeder List

Breeder - Miss Brigette Bryson (FOXHUNT)

brigettebryson@y7mail.com
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History

The Foxhound is a type of large hunting hound bred for strong hunting instincts, great energy, and, like all scent hounds, a keen sense of smell. In fox hunting, the Foxhound's namesake, packs of foxhounds track quarry, followed—usually on horseback—by the hunters, sometimes for several miles at a stretch; moreover, foxhounds also sometimes guard sheep and houses. (1)

Appearance

Well balanced, powerful and clean cut. (2)

Temperament

Friendly and not aggressive.

Sizes

Height: approx. 58-64 cms (23-25 ins)

In Conclusion

Now you know a little about the Fox Hound you may have think that this is the dog for you. Before you make a decision, please make contact with the breed club or your State controlling body for purebred dogs. They will be able to give you information about available puppies and also suggest dog shows where you can see the breed and speak to breeders. In this way you will gain a better perspective of the Fox Hound and its needs and whether this breed would suit your lifestyle.

References

DOGSAUSTRALIA.org.au
Wikipedia.org

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Official breed standard as recognized by Dogs NSW (Last Updated: 24 Jan 2009)

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A breed standard is the guideline which describes the ideal characteristics, temperament, and appearance of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function with soundness essential. Breeders and judges should at all times be mindful of features which could be detrimental in any way to the health, welfare or soundness of this breed.

General Appearance

Well balanced, powerful and clean cut.

Characteristics

Stamina and endurance, natural ability to hunt.

Temperament

Friendly and not aggressive.

Physical Standards

Head and Skull	Well balanced, skull flat, of medium width. Muzzle long and square with large nostrils. Slight stop, moderately developed flews.
Eyes	Medium size, hazel or brown. Keen expression.
Ears	Leathers pendant, carried close to head, high set.
Mouth	Jaws strong with a perfect, regular and complete scissor bite, i.e. upper teeth closely overlapping lower teeth and set square to the jaws.
Neck	Long, slightly arched, well developed without being coarse.
Forequarters	Shoulders well laid back, muscular without being loaded. Forelegs long, straight and well boned down to feet, pasterns strong.
Body	Chest deep, ribs well sprung. Back broad and level with a slight rise over strong loins.
Hindquarters	Powerful and muscular. Moderate turn of stifle. Hocks well let down. Well boned down to feet.
Feet	Round, tight and strong. Well padded. Nails strong. Dewclaws optional.
Tail	Well set on high. Carried gaily but never curled over back.
Gait/Movement	Free striding, tireless with the ability to gallop. Good drive behind with no indication to roll.
Coat	Short and dense. Weatherproof.
Colour	Any recognised hound colour and markings.
Size	Height: approx. 58-64 cms (23-25 ins)

Faults

Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree and its effect upon the health and welfare of the dog.