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  English Foxhound - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The English Foxhound is the original of the two foxhound breeds of dog.
The English Foxhound was created in the late 1500s, as a result of the perception of the depletion of deer in England.
The English Foxhound was then created by a careful mixing of the Greyhound, for speed, the Fox Terrier, for hunting instinct, and the English Bulldog, for tenacity in the hunt.
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 Choosing an English Foxhound - PetPlace.com
The English foxhound was recognized by the American Kennel Club as a member of the hound group.
In the 17th century, the first English foxhound was imported to the United States and became the initial stock of the American foxhound.
In 1909, the English foxhound was recognized by the American Kennel Club as a member of the hound group.
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 English foxhound - The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition - HighBeam Research   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
ENGLISH FOXHOUND [English foxhound] breed of medium-sized, swift hound perfected in England in the 17th and 18th cent.
The English foxhound, whose origins probably go back to French hounds of the 14th cent., was first used in packs to hunt foxes in the mid-17th cent.
This sport, a favorite of the aristocracy, whose practice it was to follow the hounds on horseback, encouraged the careful breeding of the foxhound.
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 Foxhound - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For other uses of the word Foxhound, see Foxhound (disambiguation).
Foxhounds hunt in packs and, like all scent hounds, have a strong sense of smell.
These dogs have strong natural instincts to hunt and are energetic and active.
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 English Foxhound Information
Since the Foxhound uses up a great deal of energy in its youth, covering thousands of miles without respite, it is ready to be retired at the age of about seven or eight.
The English Foxhound was developed by an intelligent mixing of various hounds, subsequently carefully bred with the Greyhound, the Bulldog, and the Fox Terrier.
From these latter breeds the Foxhound respectively inherited its sudden spurts of speed during the chase, its force and authority, and its passion for the hunt.
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 American Kennel Club - English Foxhound
Most English hounds are "rounded" which means that about 1½ inches is taken off the end of the ear.
Every Master of Foxhounds insists on legs as straight as a post, and as strong; size of bone at the ankle being especially regarded as all important.
The bone cannot be too large, and the feet in all cases should be round and catlike, with well-developed knuckles and strong horn, which last is of the greatest importance.
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 English Foxhound
The origins of the English Foxhound, the only large game hunting breed from England, are under debate.
Because of his bone structure, vigor, and hardiness, the English Foxhound was also used in France to develop pack hounds for large game hunting.
With a relatively weak nose and voice, the English Foxhound always stays in sight of his quarry.
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 AllRefer.com - English foxhound, Dog (Dogs) - Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
English foxhound, breed of medium-sized, swift hound perfected in England in the 17th and 18th cent.
The slightly smaller American foxhound was developed from it, as were many present-day varieties of coonhound.
Still used in foxhunting, the English foxhound can be trained to hunt almost any ground game.
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 The English Foxhound
The breeding of Foxhounds in England has always been in the hands of the master of the hounds, who kept the most careful records of their breeding programs.
The English Hound is far stouter than the American Foxhound, otherwise they are alike.
Of the over 150 breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club, the English Foxhound has the least amount of registrations, thus the rarest of the AKC recognized breeds.
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 Dog Pictures - English Foxhound
The history of the English foxhound is well documented.
It is believed that at the beginning, around 1750, the English foxhound was developed by men who envisioned a dog that could track the faint scent of a fox while the dog was on the run and maintain that chase for an indeterminable amount of time.
It is believed that t he English foxhound was developed by crossing a variety of different hounds, and then carefully breeding the result other breeds such as the Greyhound, the bulldog, and the fox terrier.
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 CentralPets.com - Search Results for: foxhound english dog
English Foxhounds are strong, lean, and agile animals.
The English Foxhound is an intelligent and brave packhound.
Several breeds of Hound, including the English Foxhound are thought to have been the ancestors of the modern day Hamilton Hound.
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 English Foxhound Dog picture, rescue and puppies for sale
The English Foxhound dog has one of the oldest recorded histories of purebred dogs.
Selective breeding of existing hounds was used to produce the needed foxhound, one with a keen nose, sound feet, lots of speed, a loud voice and stamina enough to run all day.
The English Foxhound Stud Book of America dates it's earliest entries to 1890, but unauthenticated records indicate that there were many imports before that time perhaps as many as 20 years before that date.
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 English Foxhound Photo And Picture Contest   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The English Foxhound is primarily a hunting hound; he may sometimes be a family pet if he has the kind of personality to fit into a life with people.
The English Foxhound's coat is short, hard, and glossy and comes in colors of fl, tan, and white or any combination.
Foxhounds enjoy the company of other dogs and can become bored if kept alone.
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 The Westminster Kennel Club | Breed Information: Foxhound (English)
The English Foxhound has been known for nearly a thousand years as a tireless fox hunter.
A stocky hound with a keen sense of smell, the English Foxhound has survived misguided outcrosses through the years in an attempt to improve its speed.
Since it seemed to be a favorite of artists throughout the years, there is good evidence that today's English Foxhound looks much the same as it did several centuries ago.
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 English Channel articles on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Dutch Wars DUTCH WARS [Dutch Wars] series of conflicts between the English and Dutch during the mid to late 17th cent.
The wars had their roots in the Anglo-Dutch commercial rivalry, although the last of the three wars was a wider conflict in which French interests played a primary role.
France is bordered by the English Channel (N), the Atlantic Ocean and the Bay of Biscay (W), Spain and Andorra (SW), the Mediterranean Sea (S), Switzerland and Italy (SE),
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 The English Foxhound
The English Foxhound is very similar to the American Foxhound except it is more stout and slower.
Foxhounds need a great deal of exercise and are not recommended for apartment life.
English Foxhound (Kennel Club Dog Breed Series) by Chelsea Devon, Isabelle Francais (Photographer), Carol Ann Johnson (Photographer).
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 English Foxhound   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The English Foxhound is a scenthound from Great Britain.
Foxhound English AKC, breed standard, viedo, buying a puppy, breeder referral, picture gallery and English Foxhound rescue groups.
English Foxhound UKC breed standard, breeders list, picture gallery and your new English Foxhound puppy.
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 English Foxhound   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Description: The English Foxhound is a solid well-built animal, with stamina an essential ingredient in its development.
An owner of a English Foxhound should really know about the breed as he is not typically used a pet breed.
He was developed by mixing various hounds and then bred with the greyhound, the bulldog and the fox terrier.
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 epets.ca - foxhound (american)
Although Robert Brooke brought the first pack of English Foxhounds to America in 1650, President George Washington introduced the important crosses that created the American Foxhound.
A faster, lighter dog resulted from the mix of English, French and Irish Foxhounds.
As pets, all of the American Foxhound varieties require plenty of exercise, space and activity.
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 Pedigree.com - English Foxhound
Most Foxhounds in the United States are American Foxhounds, but there are also English Foxhounds.
They are larger in bone than their American cousins, but similar in temperament.
The English Foxhound is an intelligent, courageous pack-hound with a cheerful determined disposition.
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 English Foxhound Breed Information
The English Foxhound is a solid well-built animal, with stamina an essential ingredient in its development.
He is stouter and moves more slowly than his cousin the American Foxhound.
This breed is almost entirely used for hunting as he can work for several hours without a break on a variety of terrain.
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 English Foxhound at The Pet Directory.us!
The English Foxhound was developed in Great Britain in the 13th century expressly for the purpose of trailing the red fox.
These include: fl, tan, and white, or any combination of these; and the various "pies," compounded of white and the various colors of the hare and badger (or yellow), and tan.
The English foxhound is not suitable for inexperienced dog owners, nor is it appropriate for city or apartment life.
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 epets.ca - foxhound (english)
Speedy and determined, the English Foxhound has participated in organized fox hunts since the practice began in the 13th century.
A peppy mix of St. Hubert's Hound, Talbot Hound, several types of Terrier, Bulldog and Greyhound, this breed displays continuous energy.
Although they make excellent sporting dogs, English Foxhounds very rarely live as pets, since they demand constant activity, running space and the canine company of a pack.
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 eBay - english foxhound, Animals, Pet Supplies items on eBay.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
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 English Foxhound Dogs for Sale, Puppies for Sale   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
There are no current English Foxhound puppies for sale!
Using an escrow service is the only way to GUARANTEE that you are going to receive the puppy/pet that you are expecting to receive.
Once the pet is shipped and received in a good condition the funds are then released to the breeder.
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 English Foxhound : Dog Breeds - Dog.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Resembles the American Foxhound but is heavier boned.
The English Foxhound is generally loyal to its owner.
Permissible colors are any of the hound colors, usually fl, white and tan.
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 The Hutchinson Encyclopedia: English Foxhound@ HighBeam Research   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Profile of the foxhound from the American Kennel Club.
There is a history of the breed, description of the qualities demanded by Masters of Foxhounds, a...
This material is published under license from the publisher through ProQuest Information and Learning Company, Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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 English Foxhound: The English Foxhound has been bred along careful lines for over 150 years
English Foxhound: The English Foxhound has been bred along careful lines for over 150 years
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In appearance the English Foxhound is far stouter than his American cousin.
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 English Foxhound - Compare Prices, Reviews and Buy at NexTag - Price - Review
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 English Foxhound Breeders
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A good voice, a keen nose, a rugged constitution and an ability to get along with other dogs are all hallmarks of the English Foxhound.
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