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Treeing Walker Coonhound Champions
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Pronunciation:
tree-ing waw-ker koon-hound
Breed Description:
The Treeing Walker Coonhound breed of dog is a medium to large sized breed of dog that should be slightly longer than they are tall. The overall look of the dog should be of an athletic and fast dog that is muscular without being too course or bulky. The top line of the Treeing Walker Coonhound should be slightly sloped and the long tail should be tapered to a point and carried high. The head should be rectangular in shape with a slightly rounded top and a large, broad muzzle that is well formed and long. The ears should be over sized and should hang down the side of the head.
The coat of the Treeing Walker Coonhound should be very dense and it should lay flat on the dog. The hair should be smooth and short and it should create a smooth line on the dog. The Treeing Walker Coonhound can either be tan and white or tan, black and white in color.
Temperament:
The Treeing Walker Coonhound breed of dog is an energetic and hard working breed that thrives when they have something to do. They are generally very intelligent dogs that will learn quickly and are usually very eager to please. The breed can be very affectionate with everyone and they do very well with children, providing them with a playful companion. The Treeing Walker Coonhound is usually very energetic and this breed can become very hard to manage if they do not have enough exercise. However, they can be a loyal and pleasurable companion if their needs are being met. They do very well with other dogs but they may not be suitable for home with other pets since they do have a high prey drive.
Height:
The average height for a Treeing Walker Coonhound is between 20 to 27 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Treeing Walker Coonhound is between 50 to 70 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Treeing Walker Coonhound breed of dog is considered to be a very hardy breed and has no known health problems at this time.
Living Conditions:
The Treeing Walker Coonhound breed of dog is not recommended for apartments and really need ample room to run in. The ideal home is one with a large fenced yard or acreage. A fence yard is important with this breed because they do have a high prey drive and may chase after neighborhood pets.
Exercise:
The Treeing Walker Coonhound breed of dog is a very energetic breed of dog and will need about 60 minutes of exercise each day to stay healthy and happy. It is important to note that the breed will become very destructive if they are bored so exercise is very important. This breed makes an excellent jogging companion.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 14 years
Grooming:
The Treeing Walker Coonhound breed of dog is a very easy breed to groom and they require little to no maintenance to keep their coats healthy. On average, you should expect to brush your dog on a weekly basis to remove dead hairs and dirt. A wipe down with a damp cloth will keep them clean and they should only be bathed when it is absolutely necessary. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis since they can be prone to ear infections and nails should be clipped once or twice a month.
Origin:
The Treeing Walker Coonhound breed of dog was developed in the United States and can be traced to a man by the name of Thomas Walker, who imported several English Foxhounds from England. From these dogs, the Treeing Walker Coonhound was created by crossing the English Foxhounds with a dog of unknown origin by the name of "Tennessee Lead." The result was a versatile hunting dog that has ample speed and endurance. It is from these puppies that the Treeing Walker Coonhound was developed and while they were not well known, the breed was established as early as the beginning of the 19th Century. The breeds hunting ability made it a favorite for hunting possums and raccoons, among other prey, and its ability to "tree" a prey is what earned the breed its name. While they are not recognized by the AKC, the Treeing Walker Coonhound has been accepted by several kennel clubs and registries. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
