Origin
United States
Lifespan
12–13 years
Weight
20–32 kg
Height
51–69 cm
Personality
Colors & Patterns
Tricolor · White and Black · White and Tan
Treeing Walker Coonhound
About This Breed
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a fast, competitive hunting breed known for its ability to tree raccoons with great speed and endurance. Descended from English Foxhounds, they are sensible, confident, and make loyal family dogs.
Characteristics
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Life with a Treeing Walker Coonhound
Origin
| Origin | United States |
| Group | Hounds |
For the breed’s history, see the reference sources and Wikipedia link below.
Size and coat
| Weight | 20–32 kg |
| Lifespan | 12–13 years |
| Height | 51–69 cm |
| Colors & Patterns | Tricolor · White and Black · White and Tan |
These are approximate adult ranges. Individual animals may be smaller or larger.
Temperament
| Personality | Clever · Brave · Energetic · Loving |
Usually active. Make time for play, exercise, and activities that keep it interested.
Often seeks company and attention. Allow time together and help it get used to short periods alone.
Coat care
Usually needs relatively little coat care. Brush as needed for its coat and shedding.
Some shedding is expected, and it may change with the season.
Living together
A familiar routine can help it settle in.
Often gets along with children, but an adult should still supervise their time together.
Often gets along with other pets. Introduce them gradually rather than assuming they will be friends.
Training and activities
May learn quickly. Keep sessions varied and practice calmly around distractions.
Choose walks, sniffing games, and play to suit the dog’s age and health. Allow rest as well.
A lifespan range is not a prediction for an individual animal. Breed scores cannot diagnose illness or replace a veterinary assessment.
More from breed and care sources
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Breed Overview
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a high-energy, intelligent, and good-natured hound dog. Descended from the American Foxhound, Treeing Walker Coonhounds have been bred since the mid-1700s to help hunters track and isolate game in the forest, most notably raccoons. A Virginian named Thomas Walker is credited with the breed’s development in the Appalachian Mountains. They were recognized by the United Kennel Club (UKC) in 1945 and the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 2012. While primarily a working breed, the Treeing Walker Coonhound’s friendly disposition and trainability make them a good family dog in the right home.
Care Guide
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a medium to large hound that’s 20–25 inches tall at the shoulder and 50–70 pounds full grown. They have a short coat that’s easy to maintain and doesn’t require frequent grooming. As with any hound, attention should be given to their large, floppy ears to avoid ear infections. Coonhounds do best in an active household, though you’ll often find them napping on the couch. These muscular dogs are bred for endurance and need more than a short walk every day. Take them with you on runs, hikes, or out hunting. Though smart and very trainable, Treeing Walker Coonhounds were bred to be independent workers and can have a strong will. Their loud voices mean you’ll be alerted to approaching mail carriers (or even passing neighborhood squirrels), though Coonhounds are usually friendly with people and other dogs when well-socialized. They will follow their strong nose and track quarry for long distances, so a fenced yard is preferable if you can’t monitor their exercise closely.