Redtick Coonhounds stop growing at 12 to 18 months of age. Most Redtick Coonhounds will have reached their full adult size by this age.

The lifespan of a Redtick Coonhound is 11 to 12 years. Individual lifespans will vary based on genetics, overall health, diet, exercise, and quality of veterinary care.

Redtick Coonhounds are red. But when considering the breed’s formal name, the American English Coonhound, this breed comes in all colors: redtick, bluetick, or tricolor tick pattern of black, white, and ten. The most common coloring is the redtick pattern.

Redtick Coonhounds are medium- to large-sized dogs, weighing 40 to 65 pounds and standing 23 to 26 inches tall. Males are slightly larger than females; most males stand between 24 and 26 inches tall, while females tend to stand between 23 and 25 inches tall.

Redtick Coonhounds shed moderately. Their short, dense coat requires regular grooming to manage shedding and keep it healthy. Some quality time brushing this pup’s coat a couple of times a week will keep the shedding under control.

Yes, Redtick Coonhounds are good with kids. Redtick Coonhounds are friendly, affectionate, and good-natured. They have lots of energy to play with kiddos, particularly if they have been trained not to be territorial about their food or toys. 

As with any breed, supervise interactions between your child and your Redtick Coonhound to keep everyone safe and happy. Teaching children how to properly approach and handle dogs is crucial to ensure positive experiences for both the dog and the child, as is teaching dogs how to interact gently with children.

Redtick Coonhounds can be good with cats, provided they are properly introduced and socialized from a young age. Many Redtick Coonhounds learn to coexist peacefully with cats. Supervision and positive reinforcement can also go a long way in helping them get along.

Bear in mind, though, that Redtick Coonhounds were bred for hunting and have a high prey drive for small, furry animals, so they might not make the best housemates for cats they haven't been raised alongside.

Yes, Redtick Coonhounds are good with other dogs, especially if they are socialized properly from a young age. Their friendly and outgoing nature helps them fit easily into a multi-dog household. Their strong prey drive and hunting instincts can lead to some chasing behaviors, so proper introduction and supervision are key with this breed.

Yes, Redtick Coonhounds are vocal dogs. This is not the breed for lovers of silence, as Redtick Coonhounds are very fond of the sound of their own voice. They not only love to bark but love to bay and howl loudly. Because they were bred for hunting, Redtick Coonhounds have a strong instinct to bark and make noise while tracking game. 

If you’re considering getting a Redtick Coonhound, be prepared for their vocal nature, especially if you have close neighbors or live in an area where noise might be an issue. As with any dog, however, they can be discouraged from barking as frequently with proper training and exercise.

Yes, Redtick Coonhounds are good family dogs. This breed is a great companion to a very active family who knows how to offer the physical and mental stimulation required to keep this pup happy. Redtick Coonhounds were bred to do a job, and without adequate exercise, they will find destructive outlets for their energy. This dog is best suited to a family fond of hiking, jogging, and other outdoor activities. They follow their nose anywhere, so they are best kept on-leash. Despite their high energy outside the home, this breed is docile, sweet, and even-tempered inside the home.

Redtick Coonhounds are relatively easy to train. Their intelligence and love of work help the training process, but Redtick Coonhounds can also be stubborn. Consistency, patience, and positive reinforcement with treats, praise, and play will all help in training a Redtick Coonhound. Also, keep in mind that training any dog takes substantial time and effort, regardless of breed.

Redtick Coonhounds calm down by age two or three. Even as they mature, Redtick Coonhounds retain some of their natural energy and enthusiasm. Regular exercise and mental stimulation are important throughout their lives to keep them happy and healthy.

Yes, Redtick Coonhounds are prone to anxiety. This breed needs lots of exercise and can start to fret if they don’t work their energy out while running and playing. Because Redtick Coonhounds form such strong attachments to their families, they can also become anxious when separated for long periods of time. Exercise, mental stimulation, and gradually introducing time alone can help manage your Redtick Coonhound’s anxiety.

Yes, Redtick Coonhounds are smart. Their intelligence is a key element of their hunting heritage. They use their smarts to problem-solve and track animals in outdoor environments.

Yes, Redtick Coonhounds are friendly and outgoing. Affectionate and even-tempered, these dogs are sociable with people and loving with their families. Their friendly demeanor, combined with their playful and energetic personality, makes them well-suited for family life and social interactions.

Redtick Coonhounds are from the United States. The breed was developed by early American hunters in search of a dog with stamina and excellent tracking abilities in present-day Virginia, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Early American settlers brought various types of hounds from Europe, including English Coonhounds, which were then selectively bred with other local hounds to create dogs suited to American hunting conditions — and the Redtick Coonhound was born.

The primary difference between a Bluetick and a Redtick Coonhound is the color of their coats. It’s all in their names: the Bluetick Coonhound’s coat is blue with black mottling and has tan markings on the legs, chest, and above the eyes. The Redtick Coonhound has an orange or reddish coat ticked with white flecks. The red ticked pattern is usually accompanied by white markings on the legs, chest, and sometimes the face.

Redtick Coonhounds are a relatively healthy, sturdy breed. However, like all dogs, they may be prone to some health issues.

Redtick Coonhounds may be prone to some health issues, including the following:

• Hip and/or elbow dysplasia: Hip and elbow dysplasia are two of the most common skeletal diseases seen in dogs. They are similar diseases in which either the hip or elbow joint has grown abnormally or is misshapen. The abnormal shape prevents the joints and sockets from adequately meeting one another, resulting in rubbing and grinding instead of sliding smoothly. Though the main complication with hip dysplasia is joint instability, the abnormalities present in elbow dysplasia often result in pieces of bone and/or cartilage breaking loose and irritating the joint tissues. Over time, the rubbing from dysplasia can cause a variety of issues, such as pain, lameness, and secondary osteoarthritis. Surgery can fix the joint if diagnosed before the onset of arthritis. If you are rescuing a Redtick Coonhound, have them checked out by a vet to see if they are prone to dysplasia.

• Others: Gastric dilatation-volvulus, a sudden, painful and life-threatening swelling and twisting of the abdomen; overheating; progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), a progressive degenerative disease affecting the retina that eventually leads to blindness; and ear infections.

To identify some of these issues, a veterinarian may recommend hip, eye, and blood tests for your dog.

No, Redtick Coonhounds are not hypoallergenic. (No dog truly is!) Redtick Coonhounds have a short, dense coat that sheds. If you or someone in your household has allergies but you’re interested in getting a Redtick Coonhound, spend time with the breed first.