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Description: The Bluetick Coonhound is a
medium-sized dog that shows a greater size
difference between the sexes than most dogs
display. The dog will be 22 to 27 inches at the
withers, with the bitch 2 inches less. However,
while the weight of the dog can reach 80 pounds,
the bitch will only attain 65 pounds. The coat is
short and is an interesting color consisting of a
background of mottled grey and bluish ticking
with larger spots of black or dark blue on the
head and body. There are sometimes tan spots
above the eyes. This dog is often used for night
hunting as its eyesight is very good. The
Bluetick Coonhound can be expected to live for 10
to 12 years. It is also known just as Bluetick.

History: America was the birthplace of the
Bluetick Coonhound. This dog was first developed
in Louisiana. Judging from the dog's coat color,
it has descended, in part from the French Grand
Bleu de Gascogne. Breeders in Louisiana bred
several other breeds into the foundation stock to
get the Blue tick Coon hound. These breeds
included the American Foxhound and the English
Foxhound.

Temperament: The Bluetick Coonhound is a gentle,
good natured dog that does well in family life.
This dog will guard the home, and will act in a
reserved manner to those it does not know. Older
children will probably do better with the
Bluetick Coonhound than small ones. This breed
will not enjoy being left alone for long periods
and can suffer from separation anxiety. The Blue
tick Coon hound will get along with other dogs,
but will view other domestic pets, including
cats, as prey animals.

Health Issues: While the Bluetick Coonhound is a
generally healthy dog, there are several issues
with which the owner should be aware. This dog is
subject to hip dysplasia to one degree or
another. Bloat can also occur in this dog, and
this requires immediate veterinary attention. The
Blue tick Coon hound can also suffer from
cataracts and Krabbes Disease.

Grooming: With its short coat, the Bluetick
Coonhound is easy to groom. A weekly brushing
will do. However, since this dog has floppy ears,
attention must be paid to them to keep them
infection free. The ears should be checked every
day and cleaned if necessary. As this is a
hunting dog, it should also be examined for
parasites such as ticks or fleas if it has been
in the field.

Living Conditions: As the Bluetick Coonhound is a
quiet dog inside, it is possible to keep this dog
in an apartment. However, since this dog's
exercise demands are very high, the apartment
dweller must make a determined effort to provide
long, brisk walks with this dog to satisfy its
demands. A house with a yard is probably best.
This dog will experience separation anxiety if
left alone for long periods, as it is a dog that
bonds strongly with its family and wants to
receive attention from them. This is a dog that
loves the outdoors and will do best with an
active family that either hunts or participates
in outdoor sports.

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