FREEZE-DRIED RAW FEEDING GUIDE

How to feed a American Foxhound

The American Foxhound was bred to run for hours on the scent — a lean, big-engine hound that burns serious fuel and asks for very little in the way of grooming. Feeding one well is less about a heavy coat and more about steady, clean energy and protecting those hard-working hips.

Here is exactly how to feed an American Foxhound on freeze-dried raw: by weight and life stage, with the protein-forward nutrition that fuels endurance and keeps their joints comfortable for the long haul.

Adult weight60–70 lb
SizeLarge
EnergyHigh
Lifespan11–13 years
CoatMedium, hard, low-maintenance — light shedder

One of America's rarest AKC breeds

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What a American Foxhound's body needs

Every American Foxhound trait comes back to one thing: how you feed them. Here's what matters most.

Endurance hunting build
Needs: High-quality animal protein
83% meat, organs and bone fuels lean muscle and the steady, all-day stamina a Foxhound is built for — without the carb fillers that spike and crash.
Runs lean & burns hot
Needs: Calorie-dense, digestible fuel
Freeze-dried raw is energy-dense and highly digestible, so an active hound gets the fuel to cover ground without a bloated bowl of filler.
Hip dysplasia risk
Needs: Joint support + lean weight
Real meat, organ and ground bone supply natural glucosamine and chondroitin; omega-3s calm joint inflammation, and a lean frame takes load off the hips.
Big food drive, loves to train
Needs: Precise portions, real-food rewards
Measured raw fed by weight keeps calories honest, and single-ingredient freeze-dried treats reward that working nose without tipping the daily total.
Long ears, outdoor life
Needs: Low-inflammation whole-food diet
Minimally processed raw skips the starchy fillers that can feed chronic ear and skin inflammation in a dog that spends its days outside.

How much to feed a American Foxhound

Quick answer: a healthy adult American Foxhound (60–70 lb) needs about 9–10.5 oz of freeze-dried raw per day, split across two meals. Freeze-dried is calorie-dense and measured dry — so it's much less by volume than kibble. Feed to a lean waistline and adjust every few weeks.

Ideal adult weight	Freeze-dried per day	Per meal (×2)
60 lb	9 oz	4.5 oz
63 lb	9.5 oz	4.7 oz
66 lbtypical American Foxhound	9.9 oz	5 oz
69 lb	10.4 oz	5.2 oz
70 lb	10.5 oz	5.3 oz

Starting points for a moderately active adult (~0.15 oz of freeze-dried per lb of ideal weight). Active pets need a little more, couch companions a little less — always adjust to body condition, not the bag.

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What to feed a American Foxhound

For an American Foxhound we recommend complete freeze-dried raw as the daily base — real meat, organs and ground bone with no heat-processed filler — or as a high-value topper while you transition.

Lean single-protein recipes like Chicken or Wild-Caught Cod give clean, sustained energy for an athletic hound; richer Beef suits hard-running or underweight dogs that need extra fuel. Just add water and serve.

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Feeding a American Foxhound by life stage

Puppy: Foxhound puppies are large-breed and high-energy, so grow them slowly to protect developing joints. Feed roughly 5–8% of current body weight across 3–4 meals a day and resist overfeeding — fast growth raises hip dysplasia risk.
Adult: Feed to a lean, visible waist across two meals, and add fuel on heavy-exercise days. Use the chart below as a starting point and adjust to body condition and activity, not the bag.
Senior: Activity eases but appetite usually holds. Trim portions to match, keep protein high to preserve lean muscle, and lean into joint-supporting nutrition for aging hips.

Common American Foxhound concerns — and the diet connection

Hip dysplasiaLargely genetic, but lean weight plus joint nutrients (glucosamine from bone and cartilage, omega-3) help slow progression and support day-to-day comfort in an athletic hound.
Recurring ear infectionsLong, broad drop ears trap moisture and warmth; a whole-food, omega-rich, low-filler diet supports the skin barrier and helps dial down the inflammation that feeds chronic ear trouble.
Endurance & lean muscleA working hound runs on clean animal protein and fat for sustained energy and muscle maintenance — not on carbohydrate fillers that spike and fade.
Clotting (thrombocytopathy) awarenessA rare inherited platelet issue in the breed isn't a diet problem, but a complete, balanced whole-food diet supports overall health — always loop in your vet on any specific concern.

Diet supports health but doesn't replace veterinary care — ask your vet about any specific condition.

Feeding a American Foxhound: what to know

Foxhounds were built to cover ground, so an active one runs hot and lean — feed enough to hold a lean, muscular frame, then adjust up on heavy-exercise days. You should feel the ribs easily and see a clear waist from above.

Their famous nose and food drive make them easy to over-treat, especially during training. Count treats toward the daily total — no more than 10% of calories — and weigh meals rather than eyeballing them, re-checking every few weeks as activity changes with the seasons.

American Foxhound feeding questions

How much should I feed my American Foxhound?

A healthy adult Foxhound (60–70 lb) needs roughly 9–11 oz of freeze-dried raw per day, split between two meals. Freeze-dried is calorie-dense and measured dry, so it is far less by volume than kibble — feed to a lean waistline and add a bit more on heavy-exercise days.

What is the best food for a high-energy American Foxhound?

A protein-forward, complete freeze-dried raw diet gives clean, sustained energy for an endurance hound. Lean proteins like Chicken or Cod suit everyday activity, while richer Beef adds fuel for hard-running or underweight dogs.

How do I switch my Foxhound to raw?

Transition over 7–10 days, mixing a little more Land Animal into the old food each day. A food-driven hound usually takes to it fast — it is rich, so start at the lower end of the range and watch the waistline.

Does an American Foxhound need joint support?

It's worth it for this athletic, large breed with a hip dysplasia predisposition. Freeze-dried raw with real bone and organ provides natural glucosamine and omega-3, and keeping your hound lean is the most effective joint protection there is.

How do I use treats with such a food-motivated hound?

Foxhounds train beautifully with their nose, so reward generously but smartly — use single-ingredient freeze-dried treats and keep them under 10% of daily calories, counting them toward the day's total to keep that lean frame.

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Portions are starting points for freeze-dried raw and AAFCO complete-and-balanced recipes. Always feed to your individual dog's body condition and ask your vet about specific health needs.