Redbone Coonhound
Also known as Redbone
- Height at the withers
- 53 to 69 cm
- Weight
- 20 to 32 kg
- Life expectancy
- 12 to 15 years
- Daily activity
- 90 minutes
- Origin
- United States
- FCI group
- Not recognized
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- a family with children
Less suited to
- an apartment: it needs space
- long absences: it struggles when left alone
- a home with cats
- noise-sensitive neighbors: it likes to bark
Overview
A medium to large, athletic scent hound with a striking solid red coat, known for its speed, its agility and its powerful tracking ability. Lean and muscular, this breed was developed specifically to hunt raccoons.
History and origins
Developed in the southern United States, mainly in Georgia, in the late 18th and early 19th centuries by Scottish immigrants. Created from red Irish Foxhounds and Bloodhounds to produce a fast, accurate tracking dog.
Health
Life expectancy is 12 to 15 years, and the breed is hardy. The most common health problems in the breed:
- Hip dysplasia
- Ear infections
- Obesity
- Gastric dilatation-volvulus
Choose a breeder who has the parents health-screened for this breed, and ask to see the results.
Coat and care
Short, smooth coat. Moderate shedding, minimal coat care.
All ratings
Rated from 1 to 5, comparable across breeds. Green marks a strength for most households, orange something to plan for.
Lifestyle
- Energy
- High, 4 out of 5
- Apartment
- Impossible, 1 out of 5
- Home alone
- Poorly, 2 out of 5
Family and sociability
- With children
- Good, 4 out of 5
- With other dogs
- Good, 4 out of 5
- With cats
- Caution, 2 out of 5
- With strangers
- Open, 4 out of 5
Training and temperament
- Ease of training
- Average, 3 out of 5
- For a first-time owner
- Possible, 3 out of 5
- Guarding instinct
- Low, 2 out of 5
- Prey drive
- Very strong, 5 out of 5
- Tendency to roam
- Very high, 5 out of 5
Care and neighbors
- Coat care
- Minimal, 1 out of 5
- Shedding
- Moderate, 3 out of 5
- Drooling
- Rarely, 2 out of 5
- Barking
- Very vocal, 5 out of 5
Climate and health
- Heat tolerance
- Good, 4 out of 5
- Cold tolerance
- Average, 3 out of 5
- Hardiness
- Good, 4 out of 5
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Redbone Coonhound FAQ
How big does the Redbone Coonhound get?
The Redbone Coonhound stands 53 to 69 cm at the withers and weighs 20 to 32 kg. It is a large dog.
Does the Redbone Coonhound shed a lot?
It sheds moderately and its coat needs minimal care.
Can the Redbone Coonhound live in an apartment?
It is not recommended: it needs space, ideally a house with a yard. Mind the neighbors: it barks readily.
How much exercise does the Redbone Coonhound need each day?
Allow about 90 minutes of activity a day: its energy is high. Add games and training exercises to keep its mind busy too.
Is the Redbone Coonhound good with children?
Yes, it gets along well with children who respect it. Never leave a young child alone with a dog, whatever the breed.
How long does the Redbone Coonhound live?
Life expectancy is 12 to 15 years, and the breed is hardy. The main health problems to watch for are hip dysplasia and ear infections.
