AKA: Bluetick

Description: The Bluetick Coonhound is an average-sized dog with an extremely good eyesight. Its legs are long and muscular, and its feet is comapct with well-arched toes. The tail is set below the level where the black line ends and the ticking starts. Its good eyesight allows it to work well at night.

Dynamics: The Bluetick Coonhound is an intelligent and loyal companion dog. It is devoted to its family and gets along well with children. Socialization and training should be done since puppyhood, though this breed may still be aggressive with other dogs and reserved with strangers.

The Bluetick Coonhound is a remarkable hunter. It is alert and attentive, able to track over difficult place and weather conditions. It has a strong nose and a strong hunting instinct. It can pursue raccoons, foxes, or even cougars.

Breed Group: Hound, Scenthound

Weight: 45-80 lbs (20-36 kg)

Height: 20-27 inches (51-69 cm)

Color: The Bluetick Coonhound has a tricolor coat (black and white with blue) that has a unique speckled-blue look. The bluing effect on its coat is actually black hairs on a white background.

Country of Origin: The Bluetick Coonhound originated in the Louisiana, United States. It is the result of selective breeding of Foxhounds, Curs, French hounds, and English Coonhounds.

Grooming: Occasional brushing will be enough for grooming the Bluetick Coonhound. Be sure to check the ears, too, to avoid any infections.

Activities: The Bluetick Coonhound reuires lots of exercises and daily walks.

Other Info: The Bluetick Coonhound has a life expectancy of 11-12 years. This breed is generally healthy. It is not recommended for apartment life, though. It is active and vibrant outdoors and will only feel repressed indoors.