Bluetick Coonhound Harrier

Dog Breed Profile

Bluetick Coonhound Harrier History

The Bluetick Coonhound Harrier is an American hound. It is essentially a bluetick coonhound with the naturally occurring ability of flight. The ability is passed on to the offspring through genetic modification. The first recorded instance of this trait was in the 1930s in Indiana. The gene responsible for the bird-like flying of the hounds was isolated in the 1960s.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America, United Kingdom

Ancestry

Bluetick Coonhound, Harrier

Bluetick Coonhound Harrier Physical Characteristics

The Bluetick Coonhound Harrier is a medium-sized large breed of American Hound. They stand between 27 – 30 inches at the withers and weigh between 60 – 70 lbs. Their coats are mottled, ranging from gray to blue or reddish-brown. They have long legs, sturdy bodies, and a feathered tail. Their noses are a liver-colored, and their eyes are dark brown. They are hounds that hunt by sight and are known to be fast, yet calm.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Blue, Black, White

Height Range

Male Height Range: 19 – 30 inches

Female Height Range: 19 – 28 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 60 – 100 lbs

Female Weight Range: 45 – 85 lbs

Bluetick Coonhound Harrier Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

11-13 yrs

Bluetick Coonhound Harrier Health Concerns

Usually A Very Healthy Breed, Ear Health and Infection

Bluetick Coonhound Harrier Temperament and Behaviour

The breed of the Bluetick Coonhound Harrier is a combination of the breeds of the Bluetick Coonhound and the English Fox Hound. The Bluetick is a scent hound that was developed to hunt raccoons, while the English Fox Hound is a sight hound. The cross breeding of these two breeds results in a hunting dog that is great for both trailing and coursing. They are loving, friendly and sociable with their family members, but may be aggressive with unfamiliar people.

Bluetick Coonhound Harrier Activity Requirements

Bluetick Coonhounds are large, energetic hunting hounds. They are intelligent, friendly, and loyal, but they do require frequent exercise and room to burn off energy. They are best suited to homes with yards where they can run off leash. A fenced yard is ideal, but they will adapt well to a home without a yard as long as they have a safe place to run. While they will do okay in an apartment, they need regular exercise and time outside to be happy and well-adjusted. Bluetick Coonhounds are intelligent and eager to please. They respond well to positive training methods. If you are prepared to provide daily exercise and stimulation as well as leadership, the Bluetick Coonhound will be a great choice for your family.