Description of the breed
Built for high-speed running over rocky hills, thick forests, and swamps, the Redbone Coonhound is streamlined yet strong. Slightly taller at the withers than at the hips, this breed has arched slightly. This breed is medium to large in size, with males 22 to 27 inches tall, while females are 21 to 25 inches tall. They generally weigh around 45-70 pounds.
Coat
The Redbone Coonhound has a short, shiny coat that is soft to the touch. Their fur is rough enough to protect their skin during hunting. This breed has a remarkable deep red color.
Activity
Redbone Coonhounds require a lot of daily exercise. They love to be taken for long pleasant walks, or to run alongside a bicycle or with their owners when jogging. With great vigor and endurance, these natural hunters have a great nose. They are known to lift off if an interesting odor is detected. Although quiet on the inside, this breed is not ideal for apartment living. They should at least have access to a large backyard.
Temperament
The energetic and level-headed Redbone Coonhound is a natural hunter. They are always eager to please their owners, maintaining their cheerful, loyal and alert disposition at all times. This breed is great with children. But their hunting instinct, however, may not go well with other household pets, such as rabbits or cats. These coonhounds make excellent watchdogs and willfully alert their owners if strangers are approaching. Obedience training and socialization is very important for these hunters. They are highly adaptable to all their possible roles, be it a hunting dog or an indoor companion.
General description
The Redbone Coonhound has been widely used as a hunter for raccoons, cougars, and bears. The agility of this breed allows them to hunt and they can sometimes be used as water dogs.
Watch out
The Redbone Coonhound is relatively easy to care for. They will only require occasional brushing. With a life expectancy of 12 to 14 years, these dogs are generally healthy. But like most other breeds of dogs, they are prone to obesity and hip dysplasia. Therefore, balanced nutrition and proper exercise are always important.
Training
The Redbone Coonhound is known to mature slowly both mentally and physically. Although it may take time to train these dogs, their willingness to please will make it less challenging by the looks of it. This breed is naturally wooded, with a keen hunting instinct. It is recommended that this breed be well socialized at a very young age and taught basic obedience.
Character
Like many hunting dogs, these Redbone Coonhounds have an independent intelligence particularly suited to problem solving. But this can become a problem if your problem is at home or in the backyard. They will want to solve it in another way. But, these dogs are generally unflappable and highly adaptable, willing to take on anything that comes their way.