Bluetick Coonhound (Hound Group)

Bluetick Coonhound Personality

Bluetick Coonhounds are gentle with children and loyal, loving pets, but they can be challenging to train. They are unlikely to be aggressive to people, but they should not be trusted around cats or other small animals. They are very intelligent with an uncanny knack for problem-solving. This breed should be given plenty of space. Once trained, the breed is very mindful of its owner. Breed will drool occasionally and salivate heavily when exposed to "human" foods. They are very loud, constant, and howling barkers. They are bred to be working hunting dogs and can be a challenge to lazy pet owners.

In normal conditions the dog is excellent around families and children. Once trained, they are mindful, friendly dogs. However, their noses will keep them in trouble, so food and garbage should not ever be left out unattended. Often mistaken for aggressiveness, the breed will "greet" strangers with its signature howl and will sniff the subject until satisfied. Usually this is just the way the breed gets to know its subjects. Since Blueticks are driven by their strong sense of smell, they make excellent hunting/tracking dogs. They will tree any animal that is small and handle the best of the coon hound breeds.

Upkeep of Bluetick Coonhound

The Bluetick Coonhound is a working dog that needs a job – such as hunting, obedience or agility – to stay happy. The short, glossy coat of the Bluetick Coonhound requires only occasional baths and brushing.