American English Coonhound

English Coonhound, Redtick Coonhound
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Summary

  • The American English Coonhound is a medium to large-sized dog breed, developed in the Southern United States for raccoon hunting. They are known for their friendly and confident nature, high exercise needs, and strong prey drive.

Origin and Purpose

  • Developed in the Southern United States
  • Used for raccoon hunting

Appearance

Dimensions

GenderHeightWeight
Female23-26 inches45-60 pounds
Male24-27 inches50-65 pounds

Coat

AttributeNotes
Color
  • Red and white ticked
  • Blue and white ticked
  • Tri-color
Type
  • Short
  • Dense
Length
  • Short

Care

AttributeNotes
Shedding
  • Moderate
Grooming
  • Low
Drooling
  • Low

Body

AttributeNotes
Head
  • Moderately long
  • Broad skull
Skull
  • Slightly domed
Ears
  • Drop
  • Set moderately low
Eyes
  • Dark brown or hazel
Nose
  • Black
Muzzle
  • Long and strong
Teeth
  • Scissors bite
Neck
  • Muscular
  • Slightly arched
Forequarters
  • Well-muscled
Fore Legs
  • Straight
Hindquarters
  • Strong
  • Muscular
Hind Legs
  • Straight
Feet
  • Compact
  • Cat-like
Tail
  • Set high
  • Carried gaily
Gait
  • Effortless
  • Ground covering

Temperament

  • Friendly
  • Alert
  • Confident
  • Intelligent

Social

AttributeNotes
Affectionate with Family
  • Yes
Good with Children
  • Good
Good with Dogs
  • Good
Good with Cats
  • Variable
Openness to Strangers
  • Friendly
Playfulness Level
  • Moderate
Protective Nature
  • Low
Adaptability Level
  • Moderate

Working Roles

  • Hunting
  • Tracking
  • Companion

Exercise Needs

  • High

Health

  • Generally healthy
  • Potential for hip dysplasia
  • Potential for bloat

Additional Notes

  • Needs regular exercise
  • Can be vocal
  • Strong prey drive

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