Treeing Walker Coonhound

The Treeing Walker Coonhound is descended from English Foxhounds but is a true All-American dog. They were developed in the mid-1700s and named after Thomas Walker, a breeder. They have long been lauded for their tracking abilities and trustworthy, local, and devoted personalities. They are often called the “People’s Choice” among Coonhounds because they are the most popular.

Owners of Treeing Walker Coonhounds should enjoy long walks, hikes, swimming, or any other sort of outdoor activity and be willing to take the dog along. Patience and consistency are key when training the breed, and owners should be comfortable with scent hounds and all their characteristics, including their loud braying. Socialization is important for the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

Built to run, the Treeing Walker Coonhound loves nothing more than to be traipsing around outdoors with his owners—and becoming a couch potato when the day is done. Playtime, interaction with humans and other dogs, and mental challenges will all keep the dog stimulated. Leash walking is preferred given how tenacious the dogs can become when they find a scent they want to investigate.

If your family is active, has a home with a large fenced-in yard, and has access to a variety of walking routes, the Treeing Walker Coonhound might be a good choice for you. It’s preferable neighbors aren’t too close—the Treeing Walker Coonhound has a loud bray and isn’t afraid to vocalize their opinions.

The coat of the Treeing Walker Coonhound dog breed is low-maintenance. It’s short and smooth and does a good job of repelling dirt on its own, although the occasional bath might be needed. Their hound ears need regular cleaning.

Quick-witted and eager, the Treeing Walker Coonhound picks up training easily. They can have a stubborn streak and be independent thinkers, which might require extra motivation, especially if they catch a scent they don’t want to let go of. If training sessions are fun and based on positive reinforcement, the Treeing Walker Coonhound dog can be successful. They love praise so be sure to give them lots of it.

The Treeing Walker Coonhound is generally good with family life. They are patient, tolerant, and social dogs who love to be involved in whatever activities their family is doing. They are high energy, so they work best with families with older children or no children.

The cost of a Treeing Walker Coonhound from a breeder is significantly more than the cost of adopting one from a local shelter or rescue. The adoption fee usually covers additional items such as spaying or neutering, vaccines, and microchipping.