American Leopard Hound
12 - 15 yearsLife Expectancy
Medium to large athletic scent hound known for its distinctive leopard-spotted or patched coat pattern and exceptional tracking ability. A tough, powerful, and driven American tree and trailing hound with strong hunting instincts and versatile hunting capabilities.
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level4/5
- Trainability3/5
- Playfulness3/5
- Protectiveness3/5
- Barking3/5
- Drooling1/5
- Good with Children5/5
- Good with Other Dogs3/5
- Good with Strangers3/5
- Shedding3/5
- Coat Length1/5
- Grooming1/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 21 - 27 inches |
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| Height (Female) | 21 - 27 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 45 - 70 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 45 - 70 lbs |
Breed History
One of the oldest American tree hound breeds, developed in North Carolina from dogs brought by Spanish conquistadors crossed with other scent hounds. Officially recognized by United Kennel Club in 1960s, bred for exceptional trailing and treeing abilities on variety of game.