American English Coonhound
11 - 12 yearsLife Expectancy
Athletic medium to large scent hound with excellent tracking ability, swift and powerful build, and a hard, protective short coat. Bred for treeing raccoons and fox, known for speed, endurance, and distinctive melodious baying.
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level4/5
- Trainability3/5
- Playfulness3/5
- Protectiveness3/5
- Barking4/5
- Drooling1/5
- Good with Children3/5
- Good with Other Dogs5/5
- Good with Strangers3/5
- Shedding2/5
- Coat Length1/5
- Grooming1/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 24 - 26 inches |
|---|---|
| Height (Female) | 24 - 26 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 45 - 65 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 45 - 65 lbs |
Breed History
Descended from English Foxhounds brought to American colonies in the 17th and 18th centuries. Developed by breeders in the American South for hunting raccoons and foxes in rougher terrain, recognized by AKC in 2011