• The Foxhound is famed for his musical voice and his bays and howls can carry for miles; city living is not recommended for this breed.
• Foxhounds are easily distracted by various scents. Once he has decided to follow one, you'll have a difficult time calling him off.
• Foxhounds aren't homebodies and will roam if given the chance.
• Foxhounds are extremely active and need one to two hours a day of exercise. Take them on long, meandering walks with lots of sniffing time or take them on a run with you.
• Foxhounds aren't suited to living in cramped quarters; they need a large yard or, better yet, an acre or two.
• Foxhounds love to eat and easily gain weight if their food intake isn't strictly controlled.
• Foxhounds can be stubborn and independent, making training a challenge. Obedience training is important, however, to develop a better relationship with your dog and establish your position as leader of the pack.
• Foxhounds are gentle and tolerant and love children. They enjoy the company of other dogs and can learn to get along with cats if introduced to them at an early age.

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