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The Truth About Coonhounds ...

3/14/2016

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“Coonhounds and Foxhounds Are Only Good for One Thing… HUNTING!”  ​

NOT!
The Secret’s Out:  They Make Great Pets!

There’s  a myth still circulating about coonhounds and foxhounds:  They are only good for one thing — hunting.  But anyone who’s ever shared home and hearth with one quickly learns that they make great pets too.​
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Austin in his t-shirt wagging his tail. His tail never stopped.
Black and Tan, Bluetick, English, Plott, Redbone, or Treeing Walker coonhounds, and all foxhounds, are pretty darn resilient, and incredibly forgiving toward humans.  No other breed that I know of would tolerate the cramped quarters of a dog “box” in the back of a pickup truck, cooking in the heat during a Texas summer or freezing in the cold during a Minnesota winter, moving along at highway speeds, without emerging with some physical or psychological damage.  The big hounds usually come through that perfectly happy, which I attribute to their inherently benevolent temperaments.


Bred to work as full partners, out of sight of their human hunting buddies, they are also about the most loyal, affectionate dogs around, closely attuned to the wishes of their handlers and eager to please.

I’ve been rescuing hounds, mostly Treeing Walkers, for over 30 years. Almost all of mine have been exceptional companions. Not only are they affectionate by nature, they are rarely quarrelsome with other dogs. Coonhounds are bred to team up, hunting with dogs they’ve never met before, so they’re good at making friends with strangers.
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Foxhounds resting together after a hunt.
They’re generally pretty easy to house train, too, even if some rescue hounds need to be taught all sorts of indoor manners before they are adopted out because they haven’t shared quarters with humans before.

Coonhounds and foxhounds are really beautiful dogs, too. They come in a wide variety of rich coat colors and patterns -- red, “blue” (mottled black and white), black, brindled (striped), tri-colored like a beagle -- with such endearing features as tan “almonds” over the eyes, black “pencil lines” on the toes, and perfect spots for kissing on the top of the head, to say nothing of those long silky ears. Hounds have a short, dense coat which is easy to keep clean. Ninety-eight percent of the Walkers I’ve rescued over the years lived long, healthy lives, with none of the health issues (hip dysplasia, degenerative myelopathy, hypothyroidism, cancer, etc.) that seem to plague so many of the more popular breeds.

One of our Walkers, a male named “T.J.,” lived to the ripe old age of 17, with clear eyes, no skin or ear problems, and cancer-free. Without a doubt, he was the finest example of a well-bred coonhound I’ve ever known.  Breed longevity is a bonus for any dog lover, but longevity
and good health is the ultimate “package” deal.   Of course, T.J. was exceptionally long-lived, but 12-14 years is not unusual for a coonhound or foxhound that hasn’t met an unnatural death in a “shelter” or crossing a road, intent after game.

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T.J.
And there’s a new concern added to the burdens that coonhounds in shelters have faced. Over the last few years, the American Kennel Club, the largest registry of purebred dogs in this country, has begun to recognize most of the coonhound breeds. (They’ve recognized two breeds of foxhounds and American Black and Tan Coonhounds for much longer.) That may well increase the price breeders, both good and bad, will charge for purebred puppies. In the past, only the United Kennel Club, the National Coon Hound Association, and the Continental Kennel Club, much smaller registries, recognized these coonhound breeds, and these are largely hunting registries. Puppies weren’t worth much until they were trained to hunt and proved their skills.  AKC registration may give breeders an incentive to produce pups without regard for the working characteristics that have kept coonhounds and foxhounds so robust until now.  I hope that AKC recognition for conformation doesn’t prove disastrous for these hounds, as it was for German Shepherd Dogs and a host of other breeds which became popular after gaining recognition from the most recognized registry in the world.

So the next time you visit a shelter, rescue, or animal control facility and see one of those “only good for one thing” hounds, please consider adopting it and giving it a chance to be your beloved pet. Chances are it will be a great companion. Perhaps some hunter had too many dogs to feed, the hound is gun-shy, or your candidate came into the shelter as a stray after it went too far afield, lost its tracking collar, and couldn’t find its way home.  Kill shelters in almost every southern state are brimming with unwanted coonhounds and foxhounds, which are usually near the top of the euthanasia list at public shelters, outranked only by pit bulls and owner surrenders. The myth about coonhounds and foxhounds is so widespread that I believe that only one in five shelters in the South even attempts to find rescue for them. When shelters do reach out, the few rescues willing to take hounds are often full to capacity. I know. I’ve turned down too many needy hounds myself, although I always try to help if I possibly can.
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Bonney Williams
Director, Etosha Rescue and Adoption Center


The opinions expressed in this guest blog are those of the author and are not necessarily endorsed by Coonhound and Foxhound Companions.
30 Comments
Angela Faeth link
3/15/2016 07:47:52 am

I enjoyed reading Bonney's article - it clears up some of the misconceptions about coonhounds, all the while shinning a positive light on the breed. It's also nice to read an article from a rescue's point of view.

I visited Etosha Rescue about 9 years ago and understand what I struggle it is any medium to small rescue and adoption center to keep it's door open to all the dogs in need.

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Kelly Jennings
3/15/2016 08:06:30 pm

I am the proud Mom of a rescued Treeing Walker Coonhound and a rescued Foxhound. I've had other breeds of dogs before, but I can honestly say that hounds are the most loving, and affectionate dogs I've ever owned. I had no idea of this until I got my first, the TWC. She is loving, loyal, protective, and one great cuddler ! Because of her, I rescued my Foxhound from "All Hounds on Deck" in Monroe, Louisiana , which is run by two fabulous women who rescue Coonhounds & Foxhounds. Hounds make the best house pets and they are fun, quirky, and absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for such a great article. Hopefully it will inspire more people to adopt a hound !!!

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Samantha
7/15/2016 11:18:09 pm

I, too, recently adopted a hound mix. We were told he was most likely a redbone coonhound/lab mix. We sent for the DNA testing and he's actually a treeing walker/golden retrieve mix. I think his characteristics favor both but he is definitely a born hunter. This is evidenced by our nightly walks through the neighborhood where he is hot on the trail of every rabbit.

As Kelly mentioned above, he is the most affectionate, sweet, loving, calm dog I've owned. And I've owned quite a few breeds, all small dogs. I was always scared to own a large breed but he is truly amazing. I can't imagine not having him in my life now.

I agree with the author, don't pass up a hound if given the opportunity! You won't regret getting to know their unique characteristics!

Samantha link
7/15/2016 11:18:27 pm

I, too, recently adopted a hound mix. We were told he was most likely a redbone coonhound/lab mix. We sent for the DNA testing and he's actually a treeing walker/golden retrieve mix. I think his characteristics favor both but he is definitely a born hunter. This is evidenced by our nightly walks through the neighborhood where he is hot on the trail of every rabbit.

As Kelly mentioned above, he is the most affectionate, sweet, loving, calm dog I've owned. And I've owned quite a few breeds, all small dogs. I was always scared to own a large breed but he is truly amazing. I can't imagine not having him in my life now.

I agree with the author, don't pass up a hound if given the opportunity! You won't regret getting to know their unique characteristics!

Samantha link
7/15/2016 11:18:34 pm

I, too, recently adopted a hound mix. We were told he was most likely a redbone coonhound/lab mix. We sent for the DNA testing and he's actually a treeing walker/golden retrieve mix. I think his characteristics favor both but he is definitely a born hunter. This is evidenced by our nightly walks through the neighborhood where he is hot on the trail of every rabbit.

As Kelly mentioned above, he is the most affectionate, sweet, loving, calm dog I've owned. And I've owned quite a few breeds, all small dogs. I was always scared to own a large breed but he is truly amazing. I can't imagine not having him in my life now.

I agree with the author, don't pass up a hound if given the opportunity! You won't regret getting to know their unique characteristics!

Danita Rafferty
3/28/2016 09:51:32 am

Our American Foxhound, Calhoun, has bitten twice, very similar to some of the others who have recently posted. We adopted him from the local Humane Society when he was about a year old, and he was very timid, especially around men. It took quite awhile for him to warm up to my husband and other men. He bit on two separate occasions when a strange man (workman) came into our yard. We hired a trainer to come to our house, and here is one of the best tips he gave us. When a strange man is coming into our house or yard, we give Calhoun the command to come and sit and stay beside us. When we can tell that he has settled down, we give him a treat and then release him from the sit and stay command. This gives him the opportunity to see that we are okay with the stranger and that there is no need to be scared or protective. This has worked beautifully, although we keep a close eye on him when workmen are around. Also, I am not sure what would happen if someone he didn't know came into his yard while we aren't at home -- he has a doggie door to go in and out of the house to his yard. Another thing that might give some encouragement is that with every passing year (Calhoun is six now) he is less afraid and more confident in himself. He is absolutely the most fun, intelligent and loving dog we have ever had the pleasure to share our house with! We are sold on hounds! Calhoun is even starting pet therapy training next month!

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Kristin Flannery
3/30/2016 05:24:37 pm

I am also the proud mama of Murphy (Redbone Coonhound rescue) and Seamus (Foxhound rescue). They are so incredibly easygoing and get along very well with virtually any dog they meet (including each other). Your website is wonderful and thank you for raising the awareness on just how unique and special these particular breeds can be in a family. They take good care of us as well - they are our family "pack."

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Emily plishner
4/11/2016 05:28:46 pm

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Lisa Zito
2/1/2017 10:54:08 am

Excellent article! So true and thank you for additional incite on these lovely coonhounds!

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Barbara Morgan-Cicippio
5/24/2017 06:07:43 pm

Love this article. It is so true the most underrated group of dogs ever. I've known Plotts, Redbones,Black and Tans and now am the proud "Mom" of a rescued Bluetick. Also in the mix was a Bloodhound...talk about stubborn.

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Fred Flint
6/12/2017 01:28:52 pm

Very interesting I am in the process of hopefully adopting a Blind Treeing Walker Coonhound. I am not sure of his history yet but one small concern I have is that we have 2 pet rabbits that live inside in dog kennels. Any opinion on possible issues with them. We currently have 2 small dogs that are terrier mixes and they chase rabbits outside all the time but are fine on the floor nose to nose with the house rabbits? Being blind we should be able to put up a gate to keep him out but I also know that it is hard to keep a 70LB dog out of anything they really want to get into.

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Joanne
10/24/2017 12:02:32 pm

We had a blind Black and Tan/BT mix whom we rescued after being extensively abused. He was used as bear bait, tied to a tree. It took a lot of work but we were able to transition him to family life. My daughter had a rabbit in a cage in her room and kept the door closed at all times. Duncan was able to work the door open one night, find the cage and enter it. Sadly the rabbit met his demise.
These are scent dogs and blind ones have a more developed nose to compensate for the vision loss. Good luck!

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Emily link
6/12/2017 06:11:47 pm

Most coonhounds can be broken from hunting most anything with some work, but some (not all) will hunt rabbits unless taught not to, and this can be an arduous process. If the dog has been used for hunting raccoons, it has probably been broken of rabbit hunting, but not necessarily. Blind shouldn't have anything to do with it--these are scent hounds. Also, coonhounds can jump the typical gate used for blocking inside doorways. Before bringing the hound home, I would test him by bringing one or both of your rabbits in a secure kennel and letting the hound sniff. If he goes crazy barking his fool head off and desperately trying to get to the bunny, it is going to be a problem. If you do bring him home and trouble develops later, please write us for suggestions at info@coonhoundcompanions.com

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Tiffany
1/18/2018 10:55:52 pm

I've had our Treeing Walker for 2 years and while we have made great strides with him since he came to us, we still have a long way to go. He snuggles now, he confidently follows me around the house, he adores our kids and has since smday one, he's best friends with our pit and he does ok with the smaller dogs and our cat. BUT he likes to run off. When he's running he doesn't respond to his name when called. We take him on regular walks/jogs, can't take him to the dog park anymore cuz he gets bored and tries climbing the fence. Any suggestions? I want to give him the best life possible but he has got to learn to listen.

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Joanne Root link
10/24/2017 11:54:47 am

My husband and I have adopted 7 coonhound varieties through the years. We're on #5,6,7, a TWC, a blue tick, and a Foxhound/Bassett hound combo-one of the most laid back dogs I've seen.
Hound #1, "Dot Dog", was a pure blue tick and an extremely tolerant dog around children. She let my daughter paint her nails, dress in ridiculous clothing, tie her ears on top of her head. In return Dot got to sit in a Red Flyer wagon being pulled around the block on a "walk". She slept with my daughter and they were inseparable. She was 16 when she died due to a horrible infection.
Coonhounds are loving, make very loyal pets, and are a marvelous source of humor due to their quirky personalities. I can't imagine being without one or owning any other breed!
Thank you for an excellent article!

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Annie Martin link
10/24/2017 06:41:46 pm

I have had a Treeing Walker for a pet for 27 years, The first and second ones were lovely companions, I could let them loose and they would come back. Not fighters or biters. Neither one of them barked too much. The third one, Zoe, is very headstrong, will not come when I call her, she runs the other way. She is always looking for a means of escape. But I love her as much as the others. She is bad for cats. But she pays no attention to the yard chickens. I have tried everything to have her come when called, I just gave up on it. I am very watchful of her so she don't get away. She's not dumb, she will come back when she feels like it. Don't take me wrong, I wouldn't trade her for the world. It just takes some special consideration in how I deal with her. People used to say that hounds weren't made to be pets, I beg your pardon. I have seen several Treeing Walkers as pets. They acted normal but they still liked to bark and run. All in all, I do think they make wonderful companions .

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Sandra Johnson
10/24/2017 09:43:03 pm

Two years ago I rescued a TWCH, tried to find his owner, but owner didn't want to be found. This beautiful creature has been neutered, shots updated, and is asleep beside me while we watch our favorite TV show. He is wonderful and everyone who sees him loves him. But he is all mine!

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Emily link
10/25/2017 09:50:32 am

Coonhounds are all individuals, and some are more headstrong than others. Hounds are bred to follow their noses and hunting hounds are rarely off lead unless they are hunting. Most hunters use shock collars to teach their hounds to come when summoned, and that works well if done properly. If you don't want to do that, you will need a very loud whistle or dog whistle that can be heard at a considerable distance, and I recommend an LED on the collar to help you see where she is when you call. Many hounds range way out when using their noses.
If you teach your girl to respect and rely on you as a partner, she will become more responsive as she ages, but you will always have to go to her if she calls you because she is bred to hold that coon in a tree until you get there and some will stay for days barking their fool head off. Its hard wired.
The way to teach respect if you don't hunt or use a shock collar, or even if you do, is to give arbitrary simple obedience commands to assert who's the boss. Tell her to SIT once in awhile for no good reason and pet her up when she does. When mine bark at the front door to come in from the fenced yard, I will insist they come in through the kitchen door instead.
Of course, some know when they're really the boss and never listen. I have an oldster now who pretends he can't make the leap into my truck just so I'll bribe him in with a treat. It's funny how he can get in just fine without my assistance if the treat is good enough! Without a treat, I have to give him a boost,

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Tiffany
1/18/2018 11:04:26 pm

I LOVE my TWC. He is such a sweet boy and like mentioned in a post above. He's awesome BUT he doesn't listen much lol. He showed up on our doorstep one day 2 years ago literally skin and bones. Took him to the vet and she said he was a year old and by his medical state had been on his own the majority of his life. He has scares on his face and ears from being attacked. The vet said it was from how he was trained to hunt which she guesses he wasn't into that's why he was dropped off to die. He's not much for hunting although he tracks our kids very well. I was forewarned about the inherent prey drive and to watch out for our rabbits, smaller dogs and my cat. He wasn't fond of the rabbits, the smaller dogs tend to scare him so he sniffs them alot which makes them mad and while he does chase my cat he has yet to try to eat her. This article made me feel better about believing that yes while he may have been in training to hunt and that he will hunt if he wants to he's not an uncontrollable hunting monster when he catches a scent. He's a lap dog that just so happens to take up half the couch. I wouldn't trade him for the world. Thank you all for the encouraging words and inadvertently letting me know I'm not crazy.

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Rosie O'Neill
1/29/2018 09:27:45 pm

I rescued a senior Coonhound from the South several years back. Jimmy was his name. He came to me with battle scars all over, missing teeth, part of an ear and part of his eye socket. I loved that dog like none other. As sweet as could be. I still think of Jimmy every day.

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Emily link
1/30/2018 01:53:35 pm

Rosie
There are plenty more hounds seeking homes, with and without battle scars. Speak up when you're ready and we can send candidates your way!

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Rachel
2/15/2018 09:00:08 pm

We adopted my Sadie Mae, our black & tan coonhound at the end of May 2017. My husband and I are her third owners. We absolutely LOVE our girl. She is such a wonderful dog. She is VERY energetic and loves to play tug-of-war, and she is such a social dog. Her favorite thing to do is play with others at the dog park. She loves people, too. She goes up to every person at the dog park, greets them, and "asks" them to pet her. When she is finally worn out and sleepy, she loves to cuddle up on the couch. She's pretty much an 80 lb. body pillow! She's such a loyal dog, and I am so glad she's come into our lives :)

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April
4/28/2018 03:58:04 pm

Back in February my parents adopted a Blue Tick/Red Tick Coonhound mix from our local animal rescue league. She is a southern rescue. She was born October 22, 2012. She was brought to her first shelter on November 22, 2012. In February 2013 she was sent up north to New Hampshire. She was either in a shelter or a foster home until we adopted her. She loves to tree the cats. She loves people. She loves to shove her tongue up noses including her own nose. She loves getting her photo taken. We call her a photogenic doggy. But then she is also dramatic. We call her a high maintenance drama queen. She loves sleeping on furniture. When we first adopted her, she always acted like she needed to go out when my dad was on his side of the bed. He would ask Roxy, do you want to go out? She responds that she needs to go out. He gets up, he goes down the stairs and Roxy goes nuts. Roxy gets half way down the stairs and then she does an u-turn and goes back up and lays down on my dads side of the bed. She thinks my dads side of the bed is hers and that she is nice enough to allow them to borrow it at night. She loves to cuddle with people. A few months ago, she actually slept in my hamper that had my birth clothes in it.

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Rachel Brown
9/7/2018 01:37:57 pm

We adopted our black and tan, Sadie Mae, just over a year ago. She is NOT a hunting dog--just our "little princess." With regular exercise, she is a couch potato at home. If she does not get adequate exercise--watch out! She will dig, chew, and go through everything in sight.

Sadie Mae sleeps in bed with us every night, goes just about everywhere with us, and she is the sweetest dog we've ever known. She plays at the dog park with other dogs, and she greets anyone that crosses her path. She is just a happy girl, and we absolutely adore her!

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Del Thomas
12/28/2020 08:01:11 pm

I’ve come across this article a few times over the years as I enjoy reading about how great everyone knows their hounds are. I had a Basset (Rutger) for 10 years, and he was the first to show me how great hounds are. On vacation in South Carolina with him once, and he became best friend with a TW named Sadie. Sadie was such a sweet dog and I was quite taken with her. Her owner told me, just come to the South after hunting season and you can find dozens of abandoned coo hounds who won’t hunt. That always stuck with me, and so when Rutger passes in 2017, I knew a coonhound would be my next dog. I’m in Illinois, and quite a few shelters up here bring in coo hounds from the South. I found my Black and Tan girl, Maggie Mae in March of 2017, and she is the sweetest dog in the world. About one year when I got her, and this little (well ok, big) wild thing when I brought her home. Afraid to come in the house, afraid of stairs, restless and unsure inside. With love and a lot of patience, she learned quick and is now the best “house” dog ever. Sweet, loyal and loving, she sleeps with me and is always by my side. As others have said, she has a lot of coonhound energy to burn, so we love our long walks in all seasons, and then she’s a content couch potato at home. Quirky and funny, she makes me laugh. Great with visitors and my two cats. She’s amazing. Coo hounds are a gift, and I am very grateful for her!

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California Fetish link
2/6/2021 09:14:39 pm

Greaat post thank you

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Cynthia
5/13/2021 03:18:12 am

I live in Arkansas way out in the country where unfortunately they frequently dump dogs. I currently have a ten year old female black lab who stays inside most of the time. I also have two beautiful indoor only one year old domestic shorthair cats (brother and sister), and six free range hens and one cocky free range rooster. I was taking my lab out to use the bathroom before bed last night and low and behold there was the most beautiful coonhound all curled up on my porch. He was starving and had visible scars around his neck where a collar or rope had cut into his neck. Now, my husband and I have been considering getting a puppy for our two little ones (7 yr. old girl and 5 yr. old boy), so we weren't shut-off to the idea of keeping this little angel. Other than being covered in fleas and ticks, the aforementioned wound on neck and the fact that he was way underweight, he seems in good health. And, this little man is a lover! He almost goes into a trance when we love on him. I just need some advice. I no nothing about coonhounds. I don't know if he would be happier outside, or inside (we do not have a fence on our 14 acres, save for some barbed wire on a couple sides at the property line). We've had to get on him once about chasing our chickens, but he promptly stopped when my husband scolded him. He's currently sleeping in the carport (he's covered in bugs and I don't know how he is with cats), but we gave him some oral and topical flea and tick meds. We plan on giving him a bath too, as soon as these meds kick in. Of course, we're feeding him and giving him clean water. He looks to be quite young. I'd say around 8 months. We're on a fixed income, so I'm looking for low cost vaccination and spay/neuter clinics in my area. He has been barking, baying and chasing critters all night. He does come right back when I call him, but then he's right back out doing it again a few moments later. I have a huge barn out back that I could temporarily keep him in until we get things sorted. I just need some advice on these beauties. Do they do better inside at night? How are they generally with cats? Should they be outside during the day? What about toys? That sort of thing. Thanks, in advance for your help. Blessings!

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Emily S Plishner
5/13/2021 07:27:38 am

Cynthia
Bless you for taking care of this boy. This blog isn't very active any more, but we can steer you to some help and advice. If you are on Facebook, there are quite a few groups and pages for pet coonhound people, including Where the Hounds Grow, For the Love of Coonhounds, and others. If you message me on FB I can send you invites, Meanwhile, you can email me directly at emily.plishner@gmail.com for suggestions on how to handle him with without too much aggravation. Coonhounds are hunting dogs, and they instinctually hunt. When they are hunting, they sing beautifully, but is very loud. Raccoons are out at night, so if yours is free to hunt at night he's going to drive you and the neighbors crazy singing all night--best to keep him indoors or at least confined. The barn is fine for now, although you may want him in the house when he is cleaned up and has learned to get along with the cats--most are affectionate in the extreme. You will have to teach him to accept your individual cats. Most learn to get along with their housecats, but will hunt outdoor cats they are not familiar with. Usually, a rooster is enough to teach them to leave chickens alone, but a few are chicken killers, so keep an eye on him around your poultry. Coonhounds are generally pretty healthy, but many down south get heartworm, which can be fatal if not treated. You should get him thoroughly checked out by a vet--usually your local shelter can recommend a low cost option. Heart worm preventives can be expensive, but important. Heart worm cures are also expensive and hard to administer--they require keeping the dog slowed down--but local rescues may be willing to help. Coonhounds aren't the easiest pets, but they are very rewarding for those who can tolerate their relative independence and strong will.

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Laura Blasingame
9/21/2021 04:18:00 am

We adopted Walker hound Cooper from TWHRA in Kentucky. He arrived home (Chicago) 11/16/19.

He ate furniture and needed a babysitter at first. Tough dog.

Covid lockdown! He became secure in his new home. And bonded with his sister Dolly, lab mix from same shelter (8 years home!).

He's then and now a loving, sensitive companion. Better behaved presently for sure!

We cannot imagine being without our big boy!

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Aaron Luther
11/23/2022 01:13:33 am

My son and I rescued a beagle mix from the Cowlitz County humaine society about 5 years ago. He was definitely abused before we got him because the poor guy was absolutely terrified of everyone and everything. Fast forward to the present. Our beagle buddy is doing great. Though still skittish around most new people he is a amazing dog. I've been considering getting another dog for quite some time now. Recently I saw a 6 month old coonhound in the shelter as I occasionally look just to see what all dogs are there. We went to meet the guy the next day. He got along perfectly with first me, then my son, and finally our little beagle friend. Though he is much smaller than the coonhound and sometimes gets irritated because of the puppy playfulness. This dog is great. He is very smart. If I scold him he looks sad but almost immediately learns from it. He is a happy cuddly puppy and I'm extremely glad we found him. I recommend if you see one of these dogs get it. Give love, patience, consistency, and understanding while training them and they are learning. I promise you won't regret it.

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