History:

Alias( English Foxhound), whose ancestors were St. Hubert Hounds. It was first brought when the Normans invaded England in 1066. In the 13th century, fox hunting in England began to rise, and this dog began to develop rapidly. Traditionally a sturdy breed, endurance is the main breeding point. Foxhounds live in packs, with members in pairs rather than singles. According to the British Foxhound data, in 1880, there were about 7,000 foxhounds in 140 groups in the United Kingdom. Still mainly used for hunting, they are rarely seen in dog shows.

Foxhound  Alias : English Foxhounds Generally bred in kennels, but they are very lively, energetic, cheerful, approachable, friendly and docile. A beautiful voice, a sensitive nose, and a simple character form its characteristics. Click to enter FoxhoundClub

Character:

It is usually raised in group captives on farms, but is very lively, energetic, cheerful, approachable, friendly and docile. Beautiful voice, sensitive nose, simple character formed the characteristics. Although rarely seen as such, this breed also makes a great companion to humans. Its resolutely deep voice and charming disposition make it a good guard dog. Although they are difficult to train, they are docile, affectionate and good-tempered. They have a strong instinct for chasing and killing prey as large as foxes.

FCI Criteria:

Appearance:

The head has a broad skull and a moderately long muzzle with a tapered tip. The ears are set low and drooping against the cheeks. The eyes are large, hazel or tawny. The nose is long and broad, with open nostrils. Long but not thick neck. The chest is thick, the shoulders are broad, the bust is large, muscular, and there is plenty of room for the heart. The back is straight. The abdomen is moderately tightened and raised, and the distance from the end of the ribs to the back leg is relatively large, so the stride can be very large. The limbs are very strong and powerful, with thick bones and well-developed muscles. Front legs straight. Round feet, tightly gripped, with well-developed fleshy toes, raised toes, tight toes, and powerful claws. The tail is thick at the base, thin at the end, and feathered on the inside of the tail. The heel is set high, like a knife, curved upwards, but not curled up the back. The coat is firm, shiny, and of medium length. Fur color can be a variety of colors, and the color and markings of each individual vary greatly.

Height: Male 22.9-25.2 inches (58.0-64.0 cm) at shoulder, female English Foxhound 22.9-25.2 inches (58.0-64.0 cm) at shoulder

Weight Range: Male English Foxhound 55.1-75.0 lb (25.0-34.0 kg) Female English Foxhound 0.0-0.0 lb (0.0-0.0 kg)

Head (head, face, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, muzzle, jaws, teeth)

Head: well-proportioned.

Skull: Moderately wide, flat.

Nose: The nostrils are large.

Muzzle: Long and broad.

Jaws/Teeth: Well developed.

Mouth: Jaws strong, with a normal bite, complete and perfect, with closely overlapping upper and lower jaws in a square shape.

Eyes: Medium in size, light brown or brown, showing sharpness.

Trunk (neck, chest, ribs, loin and back, front of body, skin)

Neck: Long, slightly arched, well developed but not stout.

Back: Broad and flat.

Loins: Strong.

Chest: Deep, ribs well supported.

Limbs (Forerunners, Shoulders, Upper Limbs, Bone Joints, Bone Joints, Paws, Hindquarters, Thighs, Hocks, Joints, and Hock Nails)

Forequarters: The forelegs are long, well-boned and long.

Shoulders: Backward, muscular.

Ankle: Strong.

Hindquarters: Strong and well muscled.

Hocks: Proper sag.

Feet: Round, tight and strong.

Tail

Tail: Set high, held high, but never curled.

Gait/Motion

Naturally smooth, tireless gallop.

Disqualification Conditions

Defects: Any deviation from the above points is considered a defect, and any dog that appears to be physically or behaviorally abnormal is a disqualification.