The Bluetick Coonhound is a Coonhound breed that was developed in Louisiana in the United States to hunt raccoons. The breed is muscular and speedy, and the blue colored coat is from black ticking on a white background, giving the impression of a navy color. Some Bluetick Coonhounds come without markings; other distinct traits are larger paws than those of other breeds and cat-like feet with well-arched toes. As hunting dogs they are athletic and hardy, but once trained they are mindful of their owner and can be good family pets.
Bluetick Coonhounds have a withers height between 21”-27” (53-69 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 45-85 lb (20-39 kg). The Bluetick Coonhound has an overall body length of roughly 32”-40” (81-102 cm), standing height between 27”-33” (69-84 cm), and a typical lifespan of 11-14 years.
The Bluetick Coonhound is a Coonhound breed that was developed in Louisiana in the United States to hunt raccoons. The breed is muscular and speedy, and the blue colored coat is from black ticking on a white background, giving the impression of a navy color. Some Bluetick Coonhounds come without markings; other distinct traits are larger paws than those of other breeds and cat-like feet with well-arched toes. As hunting dogs they are athletic and hardy, but once trained they are mindful of their owner and can be good family pets.
Bluetick Coonhounds have a withers height between 21”-27” (53-69 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 45-85 lb (20-39 kg). The Bluetick Coonhound has an overall body length of roughly 32”-40” (81-102 cm), standing height between 27”-33” (69-84 cm), and a typical lifespan of 11-14 years.
