Treeing Walker Coonhound Breed description: Character & Co

What are typical character traits of the Treeing Walker?

1. Clever, brave, open-minded, friendly, attentive

2. Likes to romp in the garden with the family

3. Initially reserved towards strangers

4. After a short period of adaptation, the original reserve turns into sympathy; curiosity wins out.

5. Therefore the TWC is less suitable as a guard dog.

6. He is adaptable towards other dogs (important for hunting).

What are typical diseases of the Treeing Walker?

Typical diseases of the breed are not known. However, there is one exception to which the animal is not immune:

That is hip dysplasia (HD). Breeders are advised not to use animals with HD for further breeding. This also succeeds to a large extent.

The Treeing Walker is a dog with a very big appetite. Therefore you as a dog owner have to adjust the dog food accordingly and keep the enormous hunger of your dog in check, so that the TWC keeps his ideal weight (in order to protect heart and joints).

What does the Treeing Walker cost?

You have to assume an approximate value of at least 1000 €. The final price depends on the breeder you choose.

Where can I find breeders for the TWC?

If you are looking for a list of breeders of this dog breed, please go to: Breeders/Puppy Search

What should I consider when breeding the Treeing Walker?

The Treeing Walker is a dog with two souls. He distinguishes between work (hunting) and leisure (family).

First and foremost, the breeder is governed by the extensive breed regulations of the FCI.

FCI means Fédération Cynologique International. It is an association that establishes the breed rules and regulations for domestic dogs. Excerpt:

• Breeding
• Education
• Behaviour
• Care
• Diseases