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Treeing Walker Coonhound
Hound breed from United States
Breed overview
Reviewed · Database recordAbout the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a large, athletic scent hound developed in the United States. It has a short, tricolor coat and is known for its intelligence, confidence, friendliness, energy, courage, and alertness. This breed was bred for tracking and treeing raccoons and other game in rugged terrain, and it possesses swift endurance and a distinctive baying voice. Its recognition status varies by registry, and its size and lifespan are estimated from modelled data.
Quick facts
Treeing Walker Coonhound at a glance
Sizelarge
Breed groupHound
OriginUnited States
Lifespan12–13 years
Male weight23–32 kilogram
Female weight23–32 kilogram
Male height56–69 centimetre
Female height56–69 centimetre
Origin and history
Where the breed comes from
The Treeing Walker Coonhound was developed from English Foxhounds brought to colonial America in 1742. The breed was specifically refined by Tennessee breeder Thomas Walker and the Walker family in the 1800s. They aimed to create a dog with speed, endurance, and the ability to track and tree raccoons in American terrain. The breed's history is closely tied to the Walker family's breeding efforts, but exact dates and details of its development are not fully documented. The breed originated in the United States and belongs to the Hound group.
Physical characteristics
Structured dataSize, build and coat
Female
23–32 kilogramAdult weight56–69 centimetreAdult heightCoat typesShortCoat colorsTricolorRecognitionvaries by registryData methodai assisted draft
Temperament
Typical breed tendencies
Intelligentconfidentfriendlyenergeticcourageousalert
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 Treeing Walker 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.
Veterinary disclaimer: This profile is educational and does not replace examination, diagnosis or treatment by a veterinarian.
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
Potential challenges
- Higher daily exercise and enrichment needs may not suit every household.Supported by energyScore: 5
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Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy growth
Modeled estimates
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Adult male weight23–32 kilogramAdult female weight23–32 kilogramGrowth modeladult-range-size-model-v1
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions
What is the size and lifespan of a Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Based on modelled estimates, adult males and females typically weigh between 23 and 32 kg and stand 56 to 69 cm tall at the shoulder. The estimated lifespan is 12 to 13 years. These figures are estimates and may vary among individual dogs.
What is the temperament of a Treeing Walker Coonhound?
The breed is described as intelligent, confident, friendly, energetic, courageous, and alert. However, individual temperaments can vary, and not every dog will display all these traits consistently.
How much exercise does a Treeing Walker Coonhound need?
This breed has a high energy level (score 5 out of 5), so it requires substantial daily exercise. It was bred for endurance and tracking, so activities like running, hiking, or scent work are beneficial.
What are the grooming requirements for a Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Grooming needs are low (score 1 out of 5) due to its short coat. Occasional brushing and bathing are sufficient. Shedding is moderate (score 3 out of 5).
Is a Treeing Walker Coonhound suitable for apartment living?
Apartment suitability is low (score 2 out of 5). This breed is large and energetic, so it is better suited to a home with a yard or access to open spaces.
How does a Treeing Walker Coonhound get along with children and other dogs?
Child suitability is rated 4 out of 5, indicating generally good compatibility, but supervision is recommended. Dog compatibility is also 4 out of 5, suggesting it can get along with other dogs, though individual temperaments vary.
Where did the Treeing Walker Coonhound originate?
The breed originated in the United States. It was developed from English Foxhounds brought to colonial America in 1742 and refined by the Walker family in Tennessee during the 1800s for raccoon hunting.
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