Appearance
American Foxhounds are similar to their English forefathers, except that they are taller, lighter-boned and of course faster. Their bodies are large (for a hound), and their heads are long and somewhat domed. Their widely set ears hang close to the cheek, and their eyes are large and expressive. They have medium-length tails that are carried high without curling over the back, and their thin, rough coats can come in almost any color. Overall, American Foxhounds look alert, quick and hardy.
History
The American Foxhound as we know it came from a pack of English hounds brought to America in 1650. A century later, their descendants were bred with a French Hound given to George Washington by General Lafayette. Or, so they say. American Foxhounds were, and still are, considered beloved hunters, competitors and friends.
