What is the origin of the Bluetick Coonhound?
An American dog originating in Tennessee, Coonhounds are probably descended from English Foxhounds and French hounds. Blueticks are known as “cold-nosed’ trackers as they sniff out trails that are older and colder. General Lafayette presented George Washington with 5 of the French hounds. What does the Bluetick Coonhound look like? Females are 21-25 inches tall and weigh45-65 lbs. Males are 22-27 inches tall and weigh 55-80 lbs. The broad head has a long muzzle ending in a large, black nose. Ears are long, pendant and set low. Eyes are large, wide-set and round, dark brown in color. The tail is moderately long and tapering. The single-layer coat is thick, medium coarse and smooth. Colors are blue with dark blue to black mottling. Sometimes there are tan spots over the eyes and cheeks and/or red ticking on the lower legs and chest. Head and ears are mainly black. The coat requires brushing every other week. Ears need weekly checking. What is the temperament of the Bluetick Coonhound? Bl
