Is the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound better for families with children?

Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

The Black and Tan Coonhound and Treeing Walker Coonhound shed a similar amount (medium).

Which is easier to train, the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Is Black and Tan Coonhound or Treeing Walker Coonhound bigger?

Black and Tan Coonhound and Treeing Walker Coonhound are a similar size (Large).

Which barks more, Black and Tan Coonhound or Treeing Walker Coonhound?

Both bark a similar amount (very high).

Which is better for apartment living, Black and Tan Coonhound or Treeing Walker Coonhound?

For apartment or apartment living, Black and Tan Coonhound has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

Black and Tan Coonhound vs Treeing Walker Coonhound

Black and Tan Coonhound vs Treeing Walker Coonhound: full comparison

Trait	Black and Tan Coonhound	Treeing Walker Coonhound
Size	Large	Large
Energy level	High	Very High
Trainability	Medium	Medium
Friendliness	Very High	Very High
Good with children	Very High	Very High
Grooming needs	Low	Low
Shedding	Medium	Medium
Barking	Very High	Very High
Protectiveness	Low	Low
Adaptability	Medium	Medium
Typical lifespan	12 years	13 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Size and living space

The Black and Tan Coonhound is a big, substantial dog that does best in a larger home with room to stretch out, ideally with access to a yard. By comparison, the Treeing Walker Coonhound is a big, substantial dog that does best in a larger home with room to stretch out, ideally with access to a yard. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The Black and Tan Coonhound needs real exercise every single day to stay balanced. The Treeing Walker Coonhound requires intense exercise and mental work daily; without it, trouble follows. If you have a busy schedule, the lower-energy of the two will be easier to keep satisfied; if you are active and want a dog to keep up, the higher-energy breed is the better match.

Grooming and shedding

The Black and Tan Coonhound asks for a light brush once or twice a week and loses a fair amount of coat, especially seasonally. The Treeing Walker Coonhound asks for a light brush once or twice a week and loses a fair amount of coat, especially seasonally. Grooming upkeep is similar for both.

Temperament, training and family life

The Black and Tan Coonhound is reasonably trainable with regular, positive sessions, is highly vocal, which matters in an apartment or a terraced house and is famously gentle and patient with children. The Treeing Walker Coonhound is reasonably trainable with regular, positive sessions, is highly vocal, which matters in an apartment or a terraced house and is famously gentle and patient with children. On guarding instinct, Black and Tan Coonhound is not a natural guard and greets visitors warmly, whereas Treeing Walker Coonhound is not a natural guard and greets visitors warmly.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, Black and Tan Coonhound has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.
For families with young children, Black and Tan Coonhound and Treeing Walker Coonhound are an even match — either can work well.
For first-time dog owners, Black and Tan Coonhound and Treeing Walker Coonhound are an even match — either can work well.
For being left alone during the workday, Black and Tan Coonhound and Treeing Walker Coonhound are an even match — either can work well.
For allergy sufferers, Black and Tan Coonhound and Treeing Walker Coonhound are an even match — either can work well.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Black and Tan Coonhound if you want a calmer, lower-energy companion.

Choose the Treeing Walker Coonhound if you want a more energetic partner for sport and adventure or you want a longer-lived breed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound better for families with children?: Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?: The Black and Tan Coonhound and Treeing Walker Coonhound shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.
Is Black and Tan Coonhound or Treeing Walker Coonhound bigger?: Black and Tan Coonhound and Treeing Walker Coonhound are a similar size (Large).
Which barks more, Black and Tan Coonhound or Treeing Walker Coonhound?: Both bark a similar amount (very high).
Which is better for apartment living, Black and Tan Coonhound or Treeing Walker Coonhound?: For apartment or apartment living, Black and Tan Coonhound has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.