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American Foxhound Growth Chart
The American Foxhound is a taller, lighter-boned cousin of the English Foxhound, developed in colonial America for hunting over long distances. Sweet-natured and famously melodious, American Foxhounds are lean endurance athletes. Most reach an adult weight of 60-70 lb between 14 and 18 months.
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American Foxhound weight by age
Typical male and female puppy weight ranges by age, available in lb and kg. Individual puppies may vary.
Most American Foxhound puppies approach adult weight around 18 months, although individuals may finish earlier or later.
These estimated ranges combine the breed's adult weights with a size-based growth curve. They are not measured breed-specific percentiles or health targets. Month labels are rounded approximations; use the week values for each row. How these weight ranges are calculated
American Foxhound Growth Stages
Understanding the typical growth stages helps you know what to expect as your American Foxhound puppy grows.
Neonatal
0–2 weeksPuppies are born with eyes and ears closed, relying entirely on their mother. Rapid weight gain occurs during this period.
Socialization
3–12 weeksEyes and ears open. Puppies begin to explore, play, and learn social behaviors. This is a critical period for development.
Juvenile
3–8 monthsRapid growth continues. Puppies become more independent, start teething, and develop coordination.
Adolescent
8–14 monthsGrowth rate begins to slow. Puppies reach sexual maturity and may test boundaries. Muscle mass develops.
Young Adult
14–18 monthsGrowth is nearly complete. Your puppy is filling out and approaching adult proportions.
Adult
18+ monthsYour puppy has reached their full adult size. Weight should remain relatively stable with proper nutrition.
American Foxhound FAQ
How much will my American Foxhound puppy weigh as an adult?
Adult American Foxhounds typically weigh between 60 and 70 lb — a slightly narrower band than the English Foxhound's. The breed standard does not split this range by sex, so males and females share the same 60-70 lb band.
At what age is an American Foxhound fully grown?
Most reach adult weight between 14 and 18 months. They stay lanky through adolescence, so a slim year-old that is eating well and gaining steadily is usually just on schedule.
How accurate is an American Foxhound puppy weight chart?
It is a good guide. This is a light-framed endurance breed — a fit American Foxhound looks leaner than its English cousin at the same weight, so trust the scale over the silhouette.
How much should an American Foxhound puppy weigh at 12 weeks?
Check the 12-week row in the weight-by-age table above for the estimated range. If your puppy falls well outside that band, re-check the scale, the lb/kg setting, and the age entry first — a single off reading is more common than a truly unusual puppy.
Do male and female American Foxhounds grow differently?
The official adult range is the same for both sexes at 60-70 lb, and the difference is small. One growth chart serves both well.