I suggest you read Ceaser Millan. I have an American Foxhound, Lab mix, and a Beagle mix. I am also going to adopt an Akita in the future. Once you read his books, it will change your life. Yes, training is difficult but Ceaser has made it easier. I saw results on the first day. You have to establish yourself as the pack leader because Foxhounds will repeatedly test you.

I have a six month old foxhound and can attest to the difficulties of training. I have not resorted to treat training, instead using a modified pinch coller as a deterrent. However, my hound (as many others, I'm sure) is extremelly smart. She will follow commands and instructions with the training coller and leash, but once those come off, she becomes a total brat! I believe the training is easier than some think and the dogs do pick up on it quickly; you just have to stay on top of them and be firm so they don't feel they can get away with not listening.

I have a 5yr old american foxhound and he's best suited with a daily routine. Just letting them outside doesn't work. We take him for a walk twice a day and he's become very routine with his potty habits during the walk. I would highly recommend getting into a standard routine so your hound knows what to expect everyday.

my fox hound ended up going outside for the same reason he could go outside and play for hours but as soon as he would come inside my residence he would urinate

I have a american fox hound and she is a very nice dog. She's only part american fox hound. she's part huskey too. she is very good around people but NOT ANIMALS! she kills squirls, birds, chipmunks. she also killed my pet cat smokey :( but shes not trained so... its not like she knows any better. So if your thinking about getting an american fox hound just beware...cuz they might be like that...

My six month hound definetly prefers the colder weather, but she does fine in warmer weather. We live in southwest Florida, and even now (April), it's already approaching 90. She is predominently a house pet and the only difference I can see about the weather is that she tires much more quickly in the hotter temps. Concerning the veg diet, I feel like that may be detrimental to the dogs overall health. I've heard of using an all-natural diet (raw meats, vegetables, etc), but I'm not sure a veg diet would be best for the breed.

Have had a number of these dogs over the years.I have found mine tend to thrive in a cooler climate.But keep in mind I.ve kept mine outside as they were kept for deer hunting in coastal South Carolina. Here the tempatures can range from the low 30.s in dec. to the upper 90,s in august.

We have a male American Foxhound, probably around 6 year old. We adopted him 2 years ago from the Humane Society. What an AWESOME dog! He is the biggest sweetheart and would love nothing more than just to be near you and love you and be loved. He is amazing with our two young sons--very patient and tolerant. He is a very low-energy dog, which is contrary to the breed description. We have a medium-sized fenced yard and he does like to be outside when not too hot or too cold. He loves walks though does not get them daily especially in the heat. When given a chance in an open area, he LOVES to run and he's absolutely gorgeous--you can tell that's what he's built for. I would say it definitely depends on the individual dog!

I adopted an american foxhound from a couple who rescued her from a test lab facility... First.. when we got Sasha, she was 5 and the people we had gotten her from had worked with her tons... She still freaks out during Thunderstorms and hates to ride in the car. Her favorite activity is taking naps in the sunshine. She is great with her behavior. She doesn't get tons of exercise, but she isn't destructive. I agree with everyone else, it totally depends on your dog and if you are willing to work with it. Ours does shed quite a bit...

I have a 15 mos old foxhound and he is a very sweet good dog, BUT he must have excercise daily. Ours gets 2 walks a day usually 3-4 miles total and 3-4 times a week I let him run off leash at the park. If you have a big backyard for him to run in that would help. They love to play and run. If you have the time to excercise this is a great dog. My dog is very well behaved and intelligent and stays out of trouble, but like I said I must excercise him a lot and keep him entertained with kongs, toys, bones, etc. They take time and patience.

I adopted a 9 yr old american Foxhound from a rescue. She was in a live hunt pack. She is now 12 yrs. old. WHAT A GREAT DOG She doesn't like to go for walks. She likes to ride in the car or stick by the house and her own fenced in yard. I believe that the age of the dog is an important factor. Good Luck.