American Foxhound Weight & Growth Chart

Complete weight guide with growth charts for male and female American Foxhounds from puppy to adult.

Male Adult Weight
60–70 lbs
Female Adult Weight
51–61 lbs

American Foxhound Weight Overview

Adult American Foxhounds typically weigh between 60 and 70 pounds, with males generally being larger than females. Males average 60–70 lbs while females typically weigh 51–61 lbs.

Weighs 60 to 70 pounds for males and 55 to 65 for females; they should be lean and athletic, built for endurance running..

Growth Chart

When Does a American Foxhound Stop Growing?

Expect your American Foxhound to reach adult height of 21–25 inches by 15–24 months. Full body maturity—including muscle development toward the 60–70 lb target—may continue until 18–30 months.

Growth is influenced by genetics, nutrition quality, and spay/neuter timing. One of the healthiest purebred breeds thanks to centuries of function-first breeding, though thrombocytopathy should be tested for..

Is My American Foxhound Overweight?

To determine if your American Foxhound is at a healthy weight (60–70 lbs target):

  • Rib test: You should be able to feel the ribs without pressing hard, with a thin layer of fat covering them
  • Waist check: Viewed from above, there should be a visible waist behind the ribs
  • Tuck-up: From the side, the abdomen should tuck up behind the rib cage

Their coat type allows for relatively easy visual assessment. If your American Foxhound is overweight, work with your veterinarian to develop a safe weight loss plan. Even a 10% reduction can reduce the risk of Thrombocytopathy and other conditions.

Feeding Recommendation

Daily food for an adult American Foxhound: 0.9–1.4 cups of high-quality dry food in two meals, budgeting $65–99/month. Puppies growing toward 60–70 lbs need three to four daily feedings until around six months old. One of the healthiest purebred breeds thanks to centuries of function-first breeding, though thrombocytopathy should be tested for.—treats count toward daily calorie intake.

Weight by Age Table

AgeMale (lbs)Female (lbs)
3 months 12.9–15.1 10.9–12.9
6 months 29.0–34.0 24.6–29.0
9 months 41.9–49.1 35.5–41.8
12 months 51.6–60.4 43.7–51.5
18 months 61.2–71.8 51.9–61.2
24 months 64.5–75.5 54.6–64.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Adult American Foxhounds weigh 60–70 lbs (males: 60–70 lbs; females: 51–61 lbs). Weighs 60 to 70 pounds for males and 55 to 65 for females; they should be lean and athletic, built for endurance running..
Most American Foxhounds reach adult height of 21–25 inches by 15–24 months, with full body weight of 60–70 lbs achieved shortly after. Weighs 60 to 70 pounds for males and 55 to 65 for females; they should be lean and athletic, built for endurance running..
Three quick checks for your American Foxhound: (1) Feel the ribs–they should be easily palpable under a thin fat layer. (2) View from above–there should be a visible waist behind the ribs. (3) Side profile–the abdomen should tuck up. Target weight: 60–70 lbs. Their coat type allows for relatively easy visual body condition assessment. Consult your vet for a body condition score.
Feeding amounts depend on age, current weight, and the American Foxhound's expected adult size of 60–70 lbs. Puppies under 6 months need 3–4 meals daily; older puppies eat twice daily. For this large-sized breed, a large-breed puppy formula helps control growth rate and protect developing joints. One of the healthiest purebred breeds thanks to centuries of function-first breeding, though thrombocytopathy should be tested for..
If your American Foxhound puppy isn't gaining weight as expected (target adult weight: 60–70 lbs), consult your vet. Common causes include intestinal parasites, insufficient calorie intake, or malabsorption. The breed's predisposition to Thrombocytopathy could also be a factor worth investigating. A fecal test and blood work are typically the first diagnostic steps.