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Bluetick Coonhound
Hound breed from United States
Breed overview
Reviewed · Database recordAbout the Bluetick Coonhound
The Bluetick Coonhound is a large, athletic, and muscular scenthound with a distinctive blue-ticked coat pattern. It is known for its 'cold nose' trailing ability, meaning it can follow old or faint scents. The breed is described as friendly, intelligent, loyal, devoted, and work-focused. Individual temperaments vary, so not every dog will display all these traits equally. The Bluetick Coonhound has an estimated lifespan of 11 to 12 years. Adult males and females both weigh an estimated 25 to 36 kg and stand 56 to 69 cm tall. These measurements are modelled estimates, not exact figures.
Quick facts
Bluetick Coonhound at a glance
Sizelarge
Breed groupHound
OriginUnited States
Lifespan11–12 years
Male weight25–36 kilogram
Female weight25–36 kilogram
Male height56–69 centimetre
Female height56–69 centimetre
Origin and history
Where the breed comes from
The Bluetick Coonhound was developed in the United States, specifically in Louisiana. Its ancestry includes the French Grand Bleu de Gascogne hound, crossed with English Foxhounds, American Foxhounds, and other local coonhound breeds. The breed was perfected for raccoon hunting in American terrain. The exact timeline of its development is not specified in available records, and its recognition status varies by registry. The breed's history is tied to its working purpose as a trailing and treeing hound, but specific historical events or dates are not documented in the supplied facts.
Physical characteristics
Structured dataSize, build and coat
Female
25–36 kilogramAdult weight56–69 centimetreAdult heightCoat typesShortCoat colorsBlue ticked, White with blue spotsRecognitionvaries by registryData methodai assisted draft
Temperament
Typical breed tendencies
Friendlyintelligentloyaldevotedwork-focused
Breed tendencies are general guidance. Individual behavior depends on genetics, socialization, training, health and environment.
Exercise, training and maintenance
1–5 methodologyDaily care profile
Higher daily exercise demand
Typically responsive to training
Lower coat-maintenance demand
Moderate compared with other breeds
Family suitability
Home and household fit
Supervise every dog–child interaction.
Introductions and socialization still matter.
Exercise, enrichment and noise tolerance affect fit.
Climate suitability
Modelled tendency · low confidence
Modelled tendency · low confidence
Modelled tendency · low confidence
A general morphology-based tendency. Individual dogs still require shade, shelter, water, acclimation and weather-appropriate activity. Method: climate-morphology-v1.
Health overview
Veterinary sources requiredHealth considerations
No Bluetick Coonhound-specific screening programme or peer-reviewed disorder-prevalence study is currently attached to this profile. This is not evidence that the breed has no health risks. Owners should use routine preventive veterinary care and discuss screening appropriate to the individual dog's history, examination and family line.
Feeding overview
Nutrition and feeding
Research in progress
Reviewed feeding guidance will appear after an approved source is imported and editorially reviewed.
Decision support
Potential advantages and challenges
Potential advantages
- Typically responsive to consistent training.Supported by trainabilityScore: 4
- Can be a strong family match when socialized and supervised.Supported by childSuitability: 4
- Commonly described as loyal.Supported by temperaments.loyal: true
Potential challenges
- Higher daily exercise and enrichment needs may not suit every household.Supported by energyScore: 4
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Bluetick Coonhound puppy growth
Modeled estimates
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Adult male weight25–36 kilogramAdult female weight25–36 kilogramGrowth modeladult-range-size-model-v1
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions
What is the size and lifespan of a Bluetick Coonhound?
The Bluetick Coonhound is a large breed. Estimated adult height is 56 to 69 cm, and estimated adult weight is 25 to 36 kg for both males and females. The estimated lifespan is 11 to 12 years. These are modelled estimates, not exact measurements.
What is the temperament of a Bluetick Coonhound?
The breed is described as friendly, intelligent, loyal, devoted, and work-focused. However, individual dogs may vary, and not every Bluetick Coonhound will display all these traits.
How much exercise does a Bluetick Coonhound need?
The breed has an energy score of 4 out of 5, indicating high energy levels. Regular, vigorous exercise is important, but specific exercise requirements are not detailed in the supplied facts.
What are the grooming needs of a Bluetick Coonhound?
The coat is short and comes in blue ticked or white with blue spots. Grooming score is 2 out of 5 (low maintenance), and shedding score is 3 out of 5 (moderate). Regular brushing is likely sufficient, but no specific grooming routine is provided.
Is a Bluetick Coonhound suitable for apartment living?
Apartment suitability is rated 2 out of 5, suggesting it is not ideal for small spaces. The breed's high energy and size may make a home with a yard more appropriate.
How does a Bluetick Coonhound get along with children and other dogs?
Child suitability is rated 4 out of 5, indicating generally good compatibility, but individual dogs may vary. Dog compatibility is rated 3 out of 5, meaning some Bluetick Coonhounds may be selective or need proper introductions.
Where did the Bluetick Coonhound originate?
The breed originated in the United States, specifically in Louisiana. It was developed from French Grand Bleu de Gascogne hounds crossed with English Foxhounds, American Foxhounds, and other local coonhound breeds for raccoon hunting.
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