History
In 1650, Robert Brooke sailed from England to Crown Colony in North America with his pack of hunting dogs, which were the root of several strains of American hounds. Dogs of this bloodline remained in the Brooke family for nearly 300 years.
Care and Health
This breed is not generally a breed that carries genetic disorders. However they can easily become overweight when overfed. A minor health risk in Foxhounds is thrombocytopathy, or platelet disease.
Fun Fact
The state of Virginia's "state dog" is the American Foxhound.
Good For
Hunting and family pet
Attributes
gentle, affectionate, active and sociable.
Traits
Size small, short Fur,
sheds medium,
high energy.
