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English Foxhound
dog breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Élevé
Coat
All colors of hound coats are permitted
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The English Foxhound is a dog breed originating from the United Kingdom. It is a large, powerful and well-proportioned hunting hound, created for fox hunting (as its name indicates, fox meaning "fox" and hound meaning "hunting hound"). The stud book of the English Masters of Foxhounds Association dates from the eighteenth century.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Élevé
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on care and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of activity per day for its balance.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the English Foxhound
Our selection
Dry food suited to the English Foxhound
Origins & history
A story told
The stud book of the Masters of the English Foxhound Masters of Foxhounds Association dates from the eighteenth century. The owner of a Foxhound can easily trace the pedigree of his dog. There were up to 250 Foxhound packs in Great Britain. The English Kennel Club republished an interim standard for the Foxhound. The International Cynological Federation (FCI) recognized this breed in 1964. The International Foxhound Association was created in 2012 to support and promote the Foxhound as a 'Working Breed' in the same manner as the Border Collie.
Character
Daily temperament
The FCI standard describes the English Foxhound as a dog overflowing with strength and endurance, naturally a hunter. It is a friendly and non-aggressive breed.
Physical
Breed standard
The English Foxhound is a large, powerful and well-proportioned hunting hound. Set high, the tail is carried erect and never curled over the back. The head is well-proportioned, with a flat skull of medium width and only a slightly marked stop. Medium in size, its eyes are hazel or brown in color. The ears are set high and hang well against the cheeks. The coat is short and dense, weather-resistant. All hound coat colors are acceptable.
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What human age for a english foxhound ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a english foxhound ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
221 g
per day · 839 kcal
111 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about English Foxhound
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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