Breed Comparison: American Foxhound Versus Mudi

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American Foxhound Versus Mudi: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Foxhound and the Mudi? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the American Foxhound and the Mudi better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the American Foxhound and the Mudi.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Foxhound and the Mudi is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the American Foxhound and for the Mudi. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the American Foxhound and the Mudi.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the American Foxhound or the Mudi.

American Foxhound versus Mudi: Overview

A very important difference between the American Foxhound and the Mudi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The American Foxhound is a medium-sized dog while the Mudi is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the American Foxhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

On the other hand, the Mudi belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

American Foxhound versus Mudi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the American Foxhound to the Mudi based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the American Foxhound and the Mudi

Factor American Foxhound Mudi
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 13 years 12 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Height 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 20 inches
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Weight 40 to 60 pounds 18 to 29 pounds
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $460 No Data
Price Range $400 – $500 No Data
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 40.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the American Foxhound in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Mudi. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the American Foxhound is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Mudi is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Mudi is a better pet than the American Foxhound. So, you should get the Mudi!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the American Foxhound and the Mudi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Foxhound and the Mudi

    Below is a list of where the American Foxhound and the Mudi are most different:

    • American Foxhounds are not easy to train. However, Mudis are very easy to train.
    • American Foxhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Mudis do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
    • American Foxhounds get along well with other dogs. However, Mudis do not get along well with other dogs.
    • American Foxhounds gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Mudis are not prone to gaining weight easily.

    The Similarities Between the American Foxhound and the Mudi

    The American Foxhound and the Mudi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Foxhound and the Mudi are most similar:

    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi can tolerate hot weather.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi are very easy to groom.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the American Foxhound and the Mudi are very playful.

    Size Comparison of American Foxhound versus Mudi

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Foxhound and the Mudi.

    American Foxhounds weigh 40 to 60 pounds when fully grown. American Foxhounds are 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Mudis weigh 18 to 29 pounds when fully grown. Mudis are 14 to 20 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of American Foxhound versus Mudi

    The lifespan of American Foxhounds is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of American Foxhounds is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Mudis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Mudis is 13.0 years.

    Mudis live longer than American Foxhounds.

    Temperament of the Mudi Versus the American Foxhound

    The American Foxhound has a better temperament than the Mudi.

    This is because the temperament score for the American Foxhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Mudi is 40.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the American Foxhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 40.0 percent, the Mudi has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the American Foxhound and the Mudi by measuring the temperaments of 2 American Foxhounds and 5 Mudis.

    Tolerates Being Alone: American Foxhound versus Mudi

    American Foxhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Mudis do not like to be left alone.

    Do American Foxhounds shed more than Mudis?

    American Foxhounds shed moderately.

    Mudis shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the American Foxhound or the Mudi

    American Foxhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Mudis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the American Foxhound or the Mudi?

    American Foxhounds are very easy to groom.

    Mudis are very easy to groom.

    Does the American Foxhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mudi?

    American Foxhounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Mudis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do American Foxhounds Bark and Howl? What about Mudis?

    American Foxhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Mudis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can American Foxhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mudis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    American Foxhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Mudis can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: American Foxhound vs. Mudi

    American Foxhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Mudis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can American Foxhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mudis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    American Foxhounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Mudis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Foxhound or the Mudi?

    American Foxhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Mudis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are American Foxhounds good family dogs? What about Mudis?

    American Foxhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Mudis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are American Foxhounds and Mudis?

    American Foxhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Mudis do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the American Foxhound Easier to Train than the Mudi?

    American Foxhounds are not easy to train.

    Mudis are very easy to train.

    Is the American Foxhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Mudi?

    American Foxhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Mudis do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Foxhound or the Mudi?

    American Foxhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Mudis are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: American Foxhound versus Mudi. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the American Foxhound and the Mudi better suits you and your family.