CHound

Hound

Coonhound

“Cold nose. Hot trail. Loud voice.”

A loud, tireless American treeing hound built for night hunts and long trails.

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Size

Large

Weight

50–75 lb

Lifespan

11–12 years

Energy

High

Grooming

Low

At a Glance

Quick Stats

Group

Hound

Size

Large

Height (M/F)

22–27 in / 21–25 in

Weight (M/F)

50–75 lb / 45–65 lb

Lifespan

11–12 years

Exercise Needs

High

EnergyHigh

TrainabilityIntermediate

GroomingLow

SheddingModerate

ExperienceIntermediate

The Breed

Overview

Developed in the American South to tree raccoons and large game, Coonhounds (Black-and-Tan, Redbone, Bluetick, Treeing Walker, and others) are tireless scent hounds. Their cold nose and loud voice define the breed.

Origin

United States (South)

Original Purpose

Treeing raccoons and large game

Temperament

Merry, stubborn, vocal, devoted

Best Known For

A loud, tireless American treeing hound built for night hunts and long trails.

Character

Temperament

Coonhounds are typically merry, loud, and stubborn. They are friendly with people and dogs, with an intense scent drive and a famous bawl on the trail. They love to be part of a pack.

Affection & Family

Typically excellent — friendly and devoted with the household.

Independence

Merry, stubborn, vocal, devoted

Social Behavior

Excellent with other dogs — a pack hound.

Protective Instincts

Merry, stubborn, vocal, devoted

With Children

Usually good with children.

With Other Dogs

Excellent with other dogs — a pack hound.

Movement

Energy & Exercise

Needs an hour-plus of vigorous daily exercise with sniffing. A fenced area is essential — they will follow a scent for miles.

Recommended Activities

Scent workTrackingHuntingHikingLong walksTrail walksCamping

Partnership

Training

Smart but scent-distracted and stubborn; recall is unreliable on a trail. Patient, food-motivated training and secure fencing matter most.

Trainability

Intermediate

Experience Level

Intermediate

Coat Care

Grooming

Short coat, low maintenance — occasional brushing. Check ears often.

Grooming Needs

Low

Shedding

Moderate

Wellness

Health

Watch for hip dysplasia and ear infections. This guide is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for veterinary advice.

Every dog is an individual. This guide is general and educational — not a diagnosis or guarantee. Always consult a veterinarian for breed-specific or personal health concerns.

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