Mally Foxhound History
The Mally Foxhound is a hound in the Hound Group, developed in England from imported English hounds and native scent hounds. The foxhound was recognised in 1860, and was initially known as the “English Hare Hound”. The ancestry of the Mally Foxhound can be traced back to 1750, when the Reverend John Harris wrote “A Description of a Great Greyhound”. The description of the hounds described “the favourite chase of the nobility, for hares in the Forest of Dean”.
Mally Foxhound Physical Characteristics
The Mally Foxhound is a medium-sized, primarily white hound that has short, rough, feathering hair on its legs and a bushy tail. It has a long, narrow head, a small, pointed muzzle, and broad, flat skull. Its ears are erect, large, and rounded. Its nose is dark in color and its eyes are usually dark brown. It has a short, thick neck and a straight back with well-muscled, deep-chested limbs. It has a long tail that is usually carried curled. It has a moderately strong topline and level back. Its legs are long and straight, and its feet are compact, round, and quite cat-like.
Eye Colors
Brown
Nose Colors
Black
Coat Colors
Black, Gray, Brown, Red, White, Sable
Height Range
Male Height Range: 22 – 27 inches
Female Height Range: 22 – 27 inches
Weight Range
Male Weight Range: 55 – 95 lbs
Female Weight Range: 55 – 95 lbs
Mally Foxhound Health
Description of breed health.
Lifespan
10-13 yrs
Mally Foxhound Health Concerns
Hip Dysplasia, Retinal Dysplasia/Skeletal Dwarfism, Spongiform Leukodystrophy, Cataracts, Glaucoma, Diabetes, Zinc Responsive Dermatosis
Mally Foxhound Temperament and Behaviour
The Mally Foxhound is a supportive and protective breed of dog. They are gentle, caring, and devoted to their owners. They are extremely loyal to and protective of their family. They are also very loving and are great with children. They are extremely athletic and agile and love to play outside and go for walks.
Mally Foxhound Activity Requirements
The Mally Foxhound is a breed of dog that was developed to hunt foxes. They are a medium-sized, muscular dog that is capable of hunting in packs. While they are not as high energy as some other breeds, they do require regular exercise. They are best suited to homes with secure yards where they can safely hunt. However, if your yard is not secure, they are capable of living peacefully in an apartment as long as they have daily walks. If you are considering the Mally Foxhound, be sure you can meet their exercise and space requirements. They are a very high-energy breed that requires lots of exercise and mental stimulation on a daily basis.
Miles Per Day
9 miles
Activity Per Day
120 minutes
Daily Food
3 cups
Kennel Club Recognition
American Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Mally Foxhound is part of the Unclassified group.
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The Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Mally Foxhound is part of the Unclassified group.
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Australian National Kennel Council
Not Recognized
Mally Foxhound is part of the Unclassified group.
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Canadian Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Mally Foxhound is part of the Unclassified group.
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