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Foxhoodle |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
Great Britain <> France -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen | |
This breed is also known as |
Foxhoundoodle
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A brief presentation of the Foxhoodle |
| This specific crossbreed is a medium-sized hybrid of the Foxhound and the Standard Poodle. Their size can vary considerably depending on whether the American or English Foxhound was used. The English Foxhound is slightly larger than the American Foxhound. It's an easy-going breed that loves to be with the family, and that includes other pets. They are intelligent, affectionate dogs who learn quickly and like to please their owners. They can also be good watchdogs and will bark at strangers to alert you to their presence. Foxhoodles also like to hunt, so you can take them hunting with you. |
History of the Foxhoodle |
| To understand this apparently rare but adorable hybrid breed, it's crucial to understand its origins. Knowing the parents of a mixed breed, both in type and in size and temperament, can shed light on what you can expect from a specific litter of mixed puppies. The Foxhoodle is a cross between the Foxhound and the Standard Poodle. Size, physical appearance and temperament are mainly based on these two breeds. After all, a hybrid breed is designed to bring out the best qualities of both parent breeds. |
A little of the English Foxhound |
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| The English Foxhound was developed in Great Britain in 1750 by breeding several types of hound. Some of the breeds used in the development of English Foxhound were Bulldog, Whippet, Fox Terrier, Staghound, Greyhound, Deerhound and Bloodhound. They were used in packs of around 50 to stalk and hunt foxes. It was a popular sport with the wealthy, although many used their packs more for running with rather than hunting foxes. They bred them in certain color combinations with specific markings to create the most attractive packs. The English Foxhound arrived in America in the late 1700s and was officially recognized by the AKC in 1909, where it is the 187th most popular dog breed. | ||
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| Standard of the English Foxhound | ||
A little of the Poodle |
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| The Poodle originated in Germany, where it was known as the Pudelhund, meaning water dog. The Poodle is thought to be descended from the North African and French Barbet, as well as the French, Russian, Hungarian, Spanish, German and Portuguese Water Dog. They are one of the oldest dog breeds and have been seen in drawings and statues from Egyptian tombs and Roman artifacts dating back to the first century. The breed was popular with duck hunters and even used to hunt truffles. Miniature and toy Poodles were later created by crossing smaller Poodle breeds. Gypsies trained these talented dogs to perform tricks and they were used as circus dogs for many years. The AKC registered the Poodle in 1887 and it is now the 7th most popular dog breed in America. | ||
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| Standard of the Poodle |
Appearance of the Foxhoodle |
| Your Foxhoodle will weigh between 13.5 and 27 kilos and measure between 38 and 51 centimeters, making it a medium-sized dog. Its coat is generally thick, short, wavy or curly, and can be rough or fine, depending on the most important parent breed. The color can also vary and can be brown, blue, beige, cream, red, white, gray, black or any combination of these. They have almond-shaped brown eyes, hairy, floppy ears, a strong, muscular body and a medium-length tail. Their face is long, the head round and broad, with a black or brown nose and a big smile. |
Temperament of the Foxhoodle |
| This breed is a good pet, as it gets along well with other animals and children. However, you should supervise your dog in the presence of young children under the age of five. They make good watchdogs and will let you know when danger is near if properly trained. They will hunt and capture rabbits and squirrels, as they are hunters at heart, but if you don't like this quality, you should be able to train them not to. Training them is easy because they're intelligent and eager to please. Be sure to use positive reinforcement rather than physical punishment to prevent aggression. |
Needs and activities of the Foxhoodle |
| The Foxhoodle has a moderate energy level but needs at least 45 to 60 minutes of exercise a day. They should get out and run in the yard or park at least once a day, if possible. Otherwise, a brisk walk or jog every day is acceptable, but you should take a different route from time to time to keep him from getting bored. This breed is good at obedience and agility training, and can compete in many different sports such as frisbee and flyball. It's important that your dog gets enough exercise, otherwise he may become anxious and bored, which can lead to behavioral problems. |
Maintenance of the Foxhoodle |
| Grooming your Foxhoodle depends on the type of coat he ends up with. Some have a thick, curly coat like a Poodle, some are more like the short, fine coat of the Foxhound, and others have a mixture of both. With Poodle coats, you need to be sure to brush them daily to avoid tangles and mats, but with a Foxhound coat, you can get away with simple brushing a few times a week. Shearing may be necessary to shape the coat. In any case, you should wash them if necessary, but use a mild dog shampoo to prevent the skin from drying out. Trim nails as needed and clean ears once a week. We also recommend brushing your dog's teeth several times a week to prevent dental disease. |
English (United Kingdom)