
Typical Size
Medium
Weight Range
45 - 80 lbs
Life Expectancy
11-12 years
Appearance: Sleekly beautiful, speedy, compact nocturnal hunter (males up to 27 inches, 80 lbs). Named for mottled (ticked) black-and-blue glossy coat pattern. Well-muscled but sleek and racy. Droopy ears.
Traits & Characteristics: Sweet, affectionate charmer who enjoys relaxing but is relentless, bold, and single-minded in pursuit. Famous for baying, bawling, chopping bark. Crave affection, deeply devoted. Off-the-charts prey drive needs channeling to prevent problem behaviors (like howling).
Origins: Not explicitly stated, a type of Coonhound.
A scientific yet warm breakdown of human-canine compatibility and natural instincts.
Social
Gentle
Open
Playmate
Vigor
Interactivity
Eager
Smart
Vocal
Guardian
Care
Hair
Individual dogs may vary from breed characteristics. These ratings represent general breed tendencies based on typical traits.