Are American Foxhounds good with cats?

Yes, American Foxhounds are often good with cats, especially those who aren’t active hunters. While they are a high-energy hunting breed, they’re also known for their mild and friendly nature toward other pets and their family. Additionally, because they aren’t sight hounds, American Foxhounds may be less triggered to chase based on the movement of your cat. 

Still, socializing your canine pal with cats from early puppyhood is the best way to ensure they are comfortable and behave appropriately with their feline counterparts. If you’re adopting an adult American Foxhound, make sure to take introductions with your household cat very slowly and start with scent-based intros first for the first few days or couple of weeks before allowing them to see each other. 

Keep your pup on a leash until everyone is comfortable and calm around one another and use positive reinforcement to encourage and reward your pup for settling around the kitty. Make sure the cat has escape routes and perches to retreat to and observe from if they need a break from interacting at ground level.