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Houndlarge🌍 United Statesfox and raccoon hunting hound
American English Coonhound
Sociable, athletic, persistent, good-natured
Popularity
666
Fast, melodious hound; pack-driven and happiest with hard hunting or running.
Lifespan
11–12 years
Coat
short, smooth, ticked coat
Colors
redtick, bluetick, tricolor
Male height
24–26 in
Female height
23–25 in
Male weight
45–65 lb
Female weight
40–60 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
5
Trainability
3
Playfulness
4
Protectiveness
3
Prey drive
5
Barking
5
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
2
Novice owner friendly
2
Good with other dogs
5
Good with strangers
4
Care & environment
Shedding
3
Grooming
2
Drooling
2
Coat length
2
Exercise needs
5
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
3
