How to Care for an American Foxhound

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Things You’ll Need:

Chew toys
Soft-bristled dog brush
Patience

Step 1:
Visit your vet regularly. Your Foxhound will need regular vaccinations and health care from your vet.
Step 2:
Train your Foxhound. The American Foxhound is an intelligent, independent dog that will need to learn to come, sit, stay and sometimes get down.
Step 3:
Exercise him regularly. Bred for hunting, Foxhounds have nearly limitless energy and need to be exercised often. A simple walk through the park will not be enough for your Foxhound; he will need to run far and fast on a regular basis.
Step 4:
Keep her outside. These dogs were bred to be outdoors in the field and leaving them inside can cause havoc. They need plenty of room to play and this is best provided by having a large fenced yard.
Step 5:
Groom your Foxhound regularly. His care should include regular brushing and bathing, cleaning his eyes, teeth, ears, feet and trimming his nails.
Step 6:
Control her food. You will want to keep your American Foxhound on a diet. Free access to her food may encourage her to overeat.

Tips & Warnings

American Foxhounds do not like other animals. Although they will accept other dogs into their packs, they will harass cats and other pets.
American Foxhounds can be difficult to house train, so be patient.

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