Are Treeing Walker Coonhounds good with children?

Treeing Walker Coonhounds are excellent with children. Their natural patience, gentle nature, and resilience make them outstanding family dogs. They typically form strong bonds with children and tend to be forgiving of the occasional accidental rough handling that can occur with younger kids. Remember that proper socialization and teaching children appropriate interaction with dogs are always important, regardless of breed.

How much grooming does a Treeing Walker Coonhound require?

Treeing Walker Coonhounds require intensive grooming, typically daily brushing and regular professional grooming. Professional grooming every 4-8 weeks is recommended for Treeing Walker Coonhounds, along with regular home brushing to prevent painful mats and tangles. Their high-maintenance coat requires commitment but keeps them looking their characteristic best. Regular grooming not only keeps their coat healthy but also provides an opportunity to check for any skin issues or abnormalities.

What makes the Treeing Walker Coonhound unique compared to other dog breeds?

The Treeing Walker Coonhound stands out from other breeds due to its dignified appearance and bearing, rich heritage from Verenigde Staten. This unique combination of characteristics makes them special among dog breeds and appeals to owners who appreciate these distinct qualities. Understanding these traits helps provide appropriate care tailored to their specific needs.

What should I know before getting a Treeing Walker Coonhound?

Before bringing a Treeing Walker Coonhound into your home, potential owners should consider: They have relatively low exercise needs (2/5), making them suitable for less active households. Their coat requires significant maintenance (4/5) with regular grooming sessions. They typically excel in family environments with children (5/5 child-friendliness). Their large size requires adequate living space. Additionally, researching reputable breeders or rescue organizations is essential for finding a healthy, well-socialized Treeing Walker Coonhound. Understanding these factors will help ensure a good match between the breed and your lifestyle, leading to a happy relationship for both you and your dog.

What were Treeing Walker Coonhounds originally bred for?

As part of the Hound group, they share characteristics with other breeds developed for similar purposes. Understanding your Treeing Walker Coonhound's breeding heritage helps explain many of their natural behaviors and instincts, which can be channeled appropriately through training and enrichment activities. Even though modern Treeing Walker Coonhounds are primarily companions, these inherent traits remain part of their genetic makeup.

How long do Treeing Walker Coonhounds typically live?

The average lifespan of a Treeing Walker Coonhound is 10 - 13 years. With proper care including quality nutrition, regular veterinary check-ups, appropriate exercise, and preventative healthcare, some Treeing Walker Coonhounds may live beyond this range. Genetics, environment, and healthcare all play important roles in determining longevity.

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Q: What is the temperament of a Treeing Walker Coonhound?

Treeing Walker Coonhounds are known to be clever, affectionate, confident, intelligent, loving, trainable, affectionate, couch, curious, friendly, gentle, loves, loyal, athletic, funny, playful, smart, quiet, brave, independent, available to foster, protective, goofy, loving, dignified, sweet, incredibly smart, love bug, world class cuddler, adult only home preferred. This combination of traits makes them excellent companions for families with children. Their temperament is influenced by both genetics and proper socialization from an early age.

Q: How much exercise does a Treeing Walker Coonhound need?

Treeing Walker Coonhounds need minimal daily exercise, typically 15-30 minutes per day. Their low energy level makes them suitable for apartment living and less active households. Short walks and gentle play sessions are usually sufficient for their needs. Regular exercise is essential for their physical health, mental stimulation, and overall well-being.

Written by Dr. Sarah Johnson, Veterinary Consultant

Published: January 15, 2024 • Last updated: June 12, 2025

Temperament

Clever, Affectionate, Confident, Intelligent, Loving, Trainable, Affectionate, Couch, Curious, Friendly, Gentle, Loves, Loyal, Athletic, Funny, Playful, Smart, Quiet, Brave, Independent, Available to Foster, Protective, Goofy, Loving, Dignified, Sweet, Incredibly Smart, Love Bug, World Class Cuddler, Adult Only Home Preferred

Weight

45 - 80 lbs

Height

20 - 27 inches

Life Span

10 - 13 years

Breed Group

Hound

Origin

Verenigde Staten

Characteristics

Good with Children5/5

Good with Other Dogs5/5

Trainability3/5

Energy Level2/5

Grooming Needs4/5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the temperament of a Treeing Walker Coonhound?

How much exercise does a Treeing Walker Coonhound need?

They have a low to moderate energy level and need regular but not extensive exercise.

How often should I groom my Treeing Walker Coonhound?

They have high grooming needs requiring frequent brushing and regular professional grooming.

How do I train a Treeing Walker Coonhound?

The Treeing Walker Coonhound has moderate trainability and benefits from consistent, positive training approaches.

Care Requirements

Exercise Needs2/5

They have a low to moderate energy level and need regular but not extensive exercise.

Grooming Requirements4/5

They have high grooming needs requiring frequent brushing and regular professional grooming.

Trainability3/5

Moderately trainable with consistent methods

Good with Children5/5

They are excellent with children and often form strong bonds with them.

Good with Other Dogs5/5

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