Unfortunately, the American Foxhound is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Italian-Bichons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Independent
Kind
Loyal
Intelligent
Loving
Sweet
Tempered

Playful
Agile
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Athletic
Mischievous

American Foxhounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Italian-Bichons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

American Foxhounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Italian-Bichons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

English Foxhound

Bichon Frise and Italian Greyhound

1600s

2000's

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Blue
White
Pied

Cream
Fawn
Sable
White

American Foxhounds have medium-length coats.

Italian-Bichons have short coats.

An American Foxhound can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Italian-Bichon can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The American Foxhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

While the Italian-Bichon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Urolithiasis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Ear Infections
Thrombocytopathy

Cataracts
Shaker Dog Syndrome

X-Rays
Ear Examination
Blood Analysis
Complete Physical Examination

Urinalysis
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

American Foxhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Italian-Bichons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

American Foxhounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Italian-Bichons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

American Foxhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Italian-Bichons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

American Foxhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Italian-Bichons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

American Foxhounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Italian-Bichons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For American Foxhound, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian-Bichon, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most American Foxhounds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Italian-Bichons usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The American Foxhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Italian-Bichon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-65 pound (18 - 29 kg) American Foxhound feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Italian-Bichon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an American Foxhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of an Italian-Bichon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an American Foxhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Italian-Bichon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

American Foxhounds are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The American Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

The Italian-Bichon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

American Foxhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Italian-Bichons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

American Foxhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Italian-Bichons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

American Foxhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Italian-Bichons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

American Foxhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Italian-Bichons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

American Foxhounds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Italian-Bichons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

American Foxhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Italian-Bichons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.