Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Schweizer Laufhund

Compare the Treeing Walker Coonhound to the Schweizer Laufhund. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Treeing Walker Coonhounds and Schweizer Laufhunds.

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Swiss Hound
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
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Swiss Hound
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General Details
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
20-27 Inches
13-21 Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
33-44 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Origin Country
United States
Switzerland
Origin Year
1945 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-85 °F
50-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
Medium
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Average Lifespan
12-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Skin diseases
Work-related injuries
Polyradiculoneuritis
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Swiss Hound
Breed Colors
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