Treeing Walker Coonhound
OriginUnited States
SizeLarge
Lifespan12–13 years
GroupScent Hounds
Summary
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is an American coonhound bred for speed, endurance, and treeing raccoons. It is nicknamed the people's choice among coonhounds.
Physical Characteristics
- Size
- Large
- Height (male)
- 56–68.5 cm
- Height (female)
- 51–63.5 cm
- Weight (male)
- 23–32 kg
- Weight (female)
- 23–32 kg
- Life Expectancy
- 12–13 years
- Coat
- Short, smooth, glossy coat
- Common Colors
- Tricolor white, black, and tan
Temperament & Personality
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is smart, brave, sensible, energetic, and sociable. It needs room to run, scent work, or structured exercise to stay settled.
Activity & Exercise
- Energy Level
- High
- Recommended Daily Exercise
- 60–120 minutes
Grooming & Care
- Grooming Needs
- Low
- Shedding
- Moderate
- Bathing Frequency
- Every 6–8 weeks
Health
- Common Health Issues
- Bloat
- Ear infections
- Hip dysplasia
- Recommended Health Tests
- Cardiac examination
- Ear examination
- Hip evaluation
Compatibility
- With Children
- Good
- With Other Dogs
- Good
- For First-Time Owners
- Acceptable
