The Bluetick Coonhound

The Bluetick Coonhound originated in the Louisiana bayous and the Ozark mountains in the southern USA in the early 1900's. They probably trace their ancestry to the French hounds such as the Grand Bleu de Gasgogne which were crossed with Bloodhounds and some foxhounds. They are used for hunting and can tree a raccoon very quickly.

Height: 21 - 27" (53.3 - 68.6cm)

Weight: 45 - 80 lbs (20.1 - 35.7 kg)

Coat Type: The coat is short, dense, and coarse to the touch with heavy black ticking on the portions of white background. There are often tan markings on the muzzle, at the eyebrows, and base of legs.

Temperament: The Bluetick Coonhound is eager and alert.

Special Interest: The Bluetick Coonhound is reputed to have a "cold nose"; in hound circles, this means that the dog can follow an old trail left by the animal pursued.

Classifications:
AKC: Not recognized
CKC: Not recognized
KC: Not recognized
FCI: Not recognized
ANKC: Group 4 - Hounds