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  American Foxhound Information and Pictures
While similar to its English cousin, the American Foxhound has been developed by its breeders to be lighter and taller, to have a keener sense of smell, and to be even faster in the chase.
This marvelous Foxhound is directly descended from English hounds brought to America in 1650 and bred over a century later to a French hound sent as a gift by Lafayette to George Washington.
The American Foxhound is still primarily a hunting and field trial dog (in packs and alone), though he has had some success as a companion dog.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /americanfoxhound.htm   (572 words)

  
  FOXHOUND - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Whether specialized or not, each of the members of FOXHOUND has a broad range of special forces and espionage training, and is capable of operating either on their own or together as a team, as appropriate.
Under Col. Campbell's command, FOXHOUND is involved in the "Zanzibar Land incident", when soldiers from Zanzibar Land (a fictional country unrelated to the real-world region of Zanzibar) kidnap Dr. Kio Marv, a scientist who developed a revolutionary algae that excretes petroleum-grade hydrocarbons.
While FOXHOUND is disbanded in 2005, during the "Big Shell incident" in 2009, Raiden is mistakenly under the impression that he is part of FOXHOUND, and under the control of Col. Campbell.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/FOXHOUND   (1711 words)

  
 American Foxhound - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The American Foxhound is a breed of dog that is cousin to the English Foxhound.
The American foxhound is about 21-25 inches tall to the withers, and weighs anywhere between 65-75 pounds.
The most famous strain of American Foxhound is the Walker (not to be confused with the Treeing Walker Coonhound).
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/American_Foxhound   (430 words)

  
 Fox hunting - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The foxhound is typically a mix of fl, brown, and white.
In 2006 the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America included 168 registered packs in the US and Canada, and there are many additional farmer (non-recognized) packs.
Many assert that many hunts are not as "sporting" as hunters claim, and that animals are not always left alone once they have "gone to ground" in their burrows, and may be killed inhumanely or even thrown alive to the hounds, to be torn apart whilst still alive.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Fox_hunting   (3970 words)

  
 NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Foxhound
Under his command, members of FOXHOUND tend to use code names and choose specific specialties, and the unit flourishes, until it goes "rogue." FOXHOUND Team (circa: Shadow Moses incident) This is a screenshot of a copyrighted website, video game graphic, computer program graphic, television broadcast, or film.
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Foxhounds hunt in packs and, like all scent hounds, have a strong sense of smell.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Foxhound   (4192 words)

  
 English Foxhound Information and Pictures
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.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /englishfoxhound.htm   (504 words)

  
 Peterborough Royal Foxhound Society   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Foxhound breeders assemble at Peterborough to assess the virtues of the range of stallion hounds being exhibited, and to gauge the standard of quality to which breeders themselves should aim.
The pedigrees of most of the hounds in the FKSB can be traced back to 1800, since which time the foxhound has undergone a process of continuous improvement to cope with the conditions of today.
The total attendance is in the region of 1,200 and will include hunt members and supporters as well as puppy walkers, who vie for the prizes awarded to the "walkers" of the winners of the classes for the young hounds.
www.huntinginquiry.gov.uk /evidence/peterboroughshow.htm   (515 words)

  
 Foxhound Breeders, Breed Rescue and Puppies
The Foxhound is a breed that has been bred solely for function and the result is a wonderfully well-balanced hound, standing tall and alert; his deep, well-sprung ribs and lean muscular body speak of a hound who is virtually tireless.
Few Foxhounds are registered with the Kennel Club - the Masters of the Hunts maintain their breeding and hunting records for the most part.
In spite of their outstanding temperaments the Foxhound is not considered to be a dog who is suitable for a family with young children; whilst they can be quite and relaxed in front of the fire with the rest of the family this is only after they have expended their excess energy.
www.kennels.co.uk /Hound/Foxhound.html   (549 words)

  
 English foxhound - HighBeam Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: )
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.
The slightly smaller American foxhound was developed from it, as were many present-day varieties of coonhound.
www.encyclopedia.com /html/E/Englsh-fox.asp   (406 words)

  
 Choosing an English Foxhound
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.
The English foxhound is a very active breed that usually prefers to spend his time in a pack with other dogs.
www.petplace.com /dogs/choosing-an-english-foxhound/page1.aspx   (762 words)

  
 FOXHOUND - The Urban Dead Wiki
FOXHOUND is a militaristic survivor group dedicated to Big Boss' vision of Outer Heaven.
FOXHOUND has declared war on the entire zombie population, and has set up its primary base of operations in Dulston.
FOXHOUND is a supporting member of the Dulston Alliance and aims to cooperate with serious survivor groups.
wiki.urbandead.com /index.php/FOXHOUND   (2927 words)

  
 The Foxhound Dog
It has been claimed that the Foxhound is the most perfect member of his race, and that no dog equals him in beauty of conformation, nose, and courage.
The Foxhound is said to be the result of a cross between the Bloodhound and the Greyhound.
The chief points to look for in the selection of Foxhound puppies at from two to four months old and after, are: A long, level head, big nostrils, square muzzle, great bone, deep chest, short back.
www.oldandsold.com /articles04/dogs56.shtml   (873 words)

  
 American Foxhound Breed Information and Pictures - Dooziedog.com
American Foxhounds generally get along well with children and other dogs but are likely to chase any non-canine pets with their natural hunting instincts.
American Foxhounds are average shedders and should be brushed and combed occasionally to keep the coat in good condition.
The American Foxhound is still primarily a hunting and field trial dog (in packs and alone), though they have had some success as a companion dog.
www.dooziedog.com /dog_breeds/american_foxhound   (416 words)

  
 MiG-31 FOXHOUND (MIKOYAN-GUREVICH) - Russia / Soviet Nuclear Forces
The most capable Russian air defense interceptor aircraft, the FOXHOUND has a multiple-target engagement capability and was the first Soviet fighter to have a true look-down, shoot-down capability.
By 1987 over 150 FOXHOUNDs were operationally deployed at several locations from the Arkhangelsk area in the northwestern USSR to the Soviet Far East.
The main difference between the MiG-31P (Foxhound, according to the NATO classification) and the new MiG-31BM multifunctional air strike system is that the latter is capable of destroying both air and ground targets.
www.fas.org /nuke/guide/russia/airdef/mig-31.htm   (439 words)

  
 Highbeam Encyclopedia - Search Results for foxhound   (Site not responding. Last check: )
English foxhound ENGLISH FOXHOUND [English foxhound] breed of medium-sized, swift hound perfected in England in the 17th and 18th cent.
American foxhound AMERICAN FOXHOUND [American foxhound] breed of sturdy, medium-sized hound developed in America over 300 years ago.
The family Canidae is sometimes referred to as the dog family, and its characteristics, e.g., long muzzle, large canine teeth, and long tail, as canine traits.
www.encyclopedia.com /articles/04650.html   (596 words)

  
 Choosing an American Foxhound
The American foxhound is similar to his cousin the English foxhound but is taller and a little faster.
The American foxhound is a descendant of English hounds brought to the new world in the mid 1600s to trail foxes.
The American foxhound is a very active breed that usually prefers to spend his time in a pack with other dogs.
www.petplace.com /dogs/choosing-an-american-foxhound/page1.aspx   (782 words)

  
 American Kennel Club - English Foxhound
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.
The Symmetry of the Foxhound is of the greatest importance, and what is known as "quality" is highly regarded by all good judges.
www.akc.org /breeds/english_foxhound/index.cfm   (545 words)

  
 English Foxhound
By the seventeenth century, the breed was used in the United States to develop the American Foxhound.
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.
www.furrycritter.com /resources/dogs/English_Foxhound.htm   (250 words)

  
 History of the American Foxhound   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The Beginning of the American Foxhound is older than the United States.
These Virginia hounds were one of the foundation-stones of the American Foxhound.
However, probably the most influential and more modern foxhound sire represented in many Walker-origin 10 generation showhound pedigrees is CH Kentucky Lake Bugle Boy, who is back about 7-9 generations from current day hounds and about 22 generations more recent than Lead.
www.americanfoxhoundclubinc.com /history.htm   (748 words)

  
 What to feed an American Foxhound
The idea was to provide pet owners (both those who wanted to cook for their companion pets or those who wanted to buy an all-breed/any-breed preservative filled food for their pets) information about food sources to use or avoid.
The American Foxhound developed in the Southeastern area of the U. It has not always been used as a scent hound to hunt the fox.
There are over 170 different molecular forms of the mineral "calcium." The source of the mineral calcium that an American Foxhound can easily assimilate can be hard for a different breed to assimilate and thus that other breed can develop kidney stones on the best source of calcium for the American Foxhound.
home.att.net /~wdcusick/AmericanFoxhound.html   (1347 words)

  
 Other - Dog.com Dog Breed Information
The ancestry of American Foxhounds can be traced back to the hounds owned by Robert Brooke in the 1650's.
He brought English Foxhounds with him and bred them to be more suitable for hunting in the rolling hills of Maryland and Virginia.
The American Foxhound is considered a dog of the Southeastern states where fox hunting was considered a gentleman's sport.
www.dog.com /breed/American-Foxhound.asp   (274 words)

  
 Foxhound Relocation and Retirement
Foxhound Relocation and Retirement is saddened to announce that we must close due to changes in personal circumstances of our volunteers and board members.
All of our foxhounds have been placed, but please check our referral listings for hounds available through other organizations.
We are unable to list any more dogs on our referral pages, but we will keep the dogs already listed on the site until they are placed or the web site is disabled, whichever comes first.
www.foxhoundrescue.org   (162 words)

  
 American Foxhound - Canada's Guide to Dogs
If the Foxhound was bred and raised in a house, he makes a wonderful home companion.
However, if you are adopting a retired Foxhound who comes from a background of live hunting (rather than drag hunting), he may have a high prey drive whereby other pets may be at risk around him.
However, if you are considering the adoption of an American Foxhound puppy, or any breed, it is very important to be selective in choosing a responsible and reputable breeder.
www.canadasguidetodogs.com /foxhounda.htm   (694 words)

  
 The American Foxhound
The field trial hound which is run competitively at field trials where speed and a rather jalousie nature is important.
The types of American hounds have varied widely in different localities, but in the last few years, there has been considerable strides in developing a more standard type.
The average lifespan of the American Foxhound is 11-13 years.
www.sidyboysfoolin.com /AmericanFoxhound.html   (573 words)

  
 MiG-31 FOXHOUND
The Mig-31 Foxhound is a substantially improved derivative of the Mig-25 Foxbat.
The FOXHOUND carries the long-range AA-9 air-to-air missiles, and can engage 4 different targets simultaneouly with the M-9.The MiG-31 aircraft weapons mix comprises four R-33, four R-60M and two R-40T missiles and a GSh-6-23 built-in gun.
The airframe was extensively redesigned for supersonice flight at low altitude, with the welded nickel steel content reduced from the Mig-25's 80% to 49%, with 16% titanium, 33% aluminium alloy and 2% composites.
www.globalsecurity.org /military/world/russia/mig-31.htm   (843 words)

  
 foxhound - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about foxhound
There are two recognized breeds:; the English foxhound, bred for some 300 years to hunt foxes, and the American foxhound, not quite as stocky, used for foxes and other game.
As I watched him I was irresistibly reminded of a pure-blooded well-trained foxhound as it dashes backwards and forwards through the covert, whining in its eagerness, until it comes across the lost scent.
I would keep a pack of foxhounds, and drink a bottle of wine a day.
encyclopedia.farlex.com /foxhound   (182 words)

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