Meet the American Foxhound

American Foxhounds have a rather bony and tall figure, giving them a much larger size than the closely related English foxhound. They have an incredible sense of smell to pick up any scent.

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American Foxhound Size and Weight

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American Foxhound Common Health Issues

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American Foxhound Temperament

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How to Take Care of American Foxhounds

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