Is the American Foxhound or the English Coonhound better for families with children?

Both the American Foxhound and the English Coonhound are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.

Which sheds more, the American Foxhound or the English Coonhound?

The American Foxhound and English Coonhound shed a similar amount (medium).

The English Coonhound is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.

Choose the American Foxhound if you simply prefer the breed — it's very closely matched with the English Coonhound on temperament, size and care.

Choose the English Coonhound if you want an easier dog to train, you want a more protective, watchful guardian, or you want a more adaptable dog.

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Is the American Foxhound or the English Coonhound better for families with children?: Both the American Foxhound and the English Coonhound are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.
Which sheds more, the American Foxhound or the English Coonhound?: The American Foxhound and English Coonhound shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the American Foxhound or the English Coonhound?: The English Coonhound is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.