Redbone Coonhound
Also called Redbone
- Great with kids
- Needs space
- Barks a lot
The Redbone Coonhound is a large and athletic breed of dog that was originally bred in the United States for hunting raccoons. They are intelligent, energetic, and determined, and make excellent hunting dogs.
- Weight
- 44–71 lb (20–32 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 21–27 in (53–69 cm)
- Life span
- 12–15 years
- Exercise
- About 60 minutes a day
- Coat
- Short, Smooth
- Origin
- Georgia and the American South, United States (18th-19th century)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Good with children
- Other dogs: Good with other dogs
- Strangers: Polite with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Energetic
- Apartment living: Not suited to apartments
- Barking: Barks a lot
- Training: Fairly easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Very little grooming
- Shedding: Sheds moderately
- Drooling: Drools a little
Temperament
Affectionate
Aggressive hunter
Determined
Even-tempered
Intelligent
Sociable
Coat colours
Chestnut and solid red
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 44–71 lb (20–32 kg) | 44–71 lb (20–32 kg) |
| Height | 22–27 in (56–69 cm) | 21–26 in (53–66 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Redbone Coonhound
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Breeds of a similar size
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Sources
- Official Standard of the Redbone Coonhound - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- REDBONE COONHOUND Official UKC Breed Standard (opens in a new tab)
- Redbone Coonhound Dog Breed & Adoption Information | Petfinder (opens in a new tab)
- Redbone Coonhound - Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)
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