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American Foxhound

American Foxhound (American Foxhound)Not assessed

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Dog breedcarnivore

The American Foxhound is a sleek, athletic dog bred for tracking foxes by scent. Developed in the U.S. with help from George Washington, these hounds have an extraordinary nose and a love for the chase.

  • Descended from English Foxhounds brought to America.
  • George Washington played a role in shaping the breed.
  • Specializes in following scent trails over long distances.
ForestGrasslandFarmNorth America
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Classification
Dog breed
Habitat
Forest, Grassland, Farm
Regions in this directory
North America
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
medium

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