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Houndmedium🌍 United Statesall-purpose tree dog and hunting hound
American Leopard Hound
Energetic, determined, even-tempered, eager to please
Popularity
612
Spotted treeing hound for rugged terrain; gritty hunter with a keen nose and endless stamina.
Lifespan
12–15 years
Coat
double and dense, with rough outer coat and fine wooly undercoat
Colors
leopard spotted merle, brindle, red, black with white trim
Male height
22–27 in
Female height
21–25 in
Male weight
50–75 lb
Female weight
45–65 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
5
Trainability
4
Playfulness
4
Protectiveness
3
Prey drive
5
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
2
Novice owner friendly
3
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
3
Care & environment
Shedding
3
Grooming
2
Drooling
1
Coat length
2
Exercise needs
5
Heat tolerance
4
Cold tolerance
5
