Bluetick Coonhound — breed guide
A cold-nosed Louisiana coonhound that will work a scent hours old — and announce every metre of it.
At a glance
- Group
- hound
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 20–36 kg (44–79 lb)
- Life span
- 11–12 years
- Coat
- Short, smooth, mottled blue coat
Living with a Bluetick Coonhound
- Very high energy — built for work and long days out.
- Almost no grooming.
- Moderate shedding.
- Trainable with consistency.
- Very vocal.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Can live with a cat, with a slow introduction and an escape route for the cat.
- Not well suited to a flat — space, exercise need or voice works against it.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Handles warm weather well.
- Average cold tolerance.
Temperament
Determined · Affectionate · Independent · Loud
Health to watch
- Hip dysplasia
- Ear infections
- Cataracts
- Bloat (GDV)
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Bluetick Coonhound good with kids?
Generally yes. Bluetick Coonhounds are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Bluetick Coonhound good with cats?
It can work, with management. Introduce them gradually, feed them apart, and make sure the cat has vertical space the dog cannot reach. Plan to manage it rather than assume it.
How much exercise does a Bluetick Coonhound need?
Hours — this breed needs a job or a long day out.
Can a Bluetick Coonhound handle hot weather?
It copes well with warm days.
Leash Life keeps a Bluetick Coonhound's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.