Bluetick Coonhound vs English Foxhound

Compare the Bluetick Coonhound to the English Foxhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bluetick Coonhounds and English Foxhounds.

Bluetick Coonhound vs English Foxhound
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
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General Details
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-12 Years
10-13 Years
Height
21-27 Inches
21-25 Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
55-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1900 AD
1580 AD
Temperament
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Average Lifespan
11-12 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Krabbe disease
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Renal disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Bluetick Coonhound
English Foxhound
Breed Colors
Blue ticked
Blue ticked
Black, White, and Tan
Black, White, and Tan
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