Is the Bluetick Coonhound or the English Foxhound better for families with children?

Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the English Foxhound are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Bluetick Coonhound or the English Foxhound?

The Bluetick Coonhound and English Foxhound shed a similar amount (medium).

Which is easier to train, the Bluetick Coonhound or the English Foxhound?

The Bluetick Coonhound is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.

Is Bluetick Coonhound or English Foxhound bigger?

Bluetick Coonhound and English Foxhound are a similar size (Large).

Which barks more, Bluetick Coonhound or English Foxhound?

Bluetick Coonhound tends to be the more vocal of the two, so English Foxhound is the quieter choice.

Which is better for apartment living, Bluetick Coonhound or English Foxhound?

For apartment or apartment living, English Foxhound has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

Bluetick Coonhound vs English Foxhound: Which Trains Easier?

Bluetick Coonhound vs English Foxhound: full comparison

Trait	Bluetick Coonhound	English Foxhound
Size	Large	Large
Energy level	Very High	Very High
Trainability	Medium	Low
Friendliness	High	Very High
Good with children	High	High
Grooming needs	Low	Low
Shedding	Medium	Medium
Barking	Very High	High
Protectiveness	Low	Low
Adaptability	Low	Low
Typical lifespan	12 years	11 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Size and living space

The Bluetick Coonhound is a large dog that is happiest with space indoors and regular access to a yard. By comparison, the English Foxhound is a large dog that is happiest with space indoors and regular 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 Bluetick Coonhound requires intense exercise and mental work daily; without it, trouble follows. The English Foxhound requires intense exercise and mental work daily; without it, trouble follows. Their exercise needs are broadly the same, so this is unlikely to be a deciding factor.

Grooming and shedding

The Bluetick Coonhound asks for a light brush once or twice a week and loses a fair amount of coat, especially seasonally. The English Foxhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound picks things up at a fair pace with steady practice, barks a great deal, which is worth considering with neighbors close by and is very good with children and makes a dependable family dog. The English Foxhound learns steadily provided you stay consistent, is a vocal breed that sounds the alarm readily and is very good with children and makes a dependable family dog. On guarding instinct, Bluetick Coonhound is not especially protective and is welcoming to visitors, whereas English Foxhound is not especially protective and is welcoming to visitors.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, English Foxhound has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.
For families with young children, English Foxhound has the edge, being the more naturally child-friendly and sociable of the two.
For first-time dog owners, Bluetick Coonhound has the edge, as it is easier to train and more forgiving of beginner mistakes.
For being left alone during the workday, English Foxhound has the edge, coping better with independence and being quieter when unsupervised.
For allergy sufferers, Bluetick Coonhound and English Foxhound are an even match — either can work well.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Bluetick Coonhound if you want an easier dog to train or you want a longer-lived breed.

Choose the English Foxhound if you want a more outgoing, sociable dog or you prefer a quieter dog.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Bluetick Coonhound or the English Foxhound better for families with children?: Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the English Foxhound are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Bluetick Coonhound or the English Foxhound?: The Bluetick Coonhound and English Foxhound shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the Bluetick Coonhound or the English Foxhound?: The Bluetick Coonhound is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.
Is Bluetick Coonhound or English Foxhound bigger?: Bluetick Coonhound and English Foxhound are a similar size (Large).
Which barks more, Bluetick Coonhound or English Foxhound?: Bluetick Coonhound tends to be the more vocal of the two, so English Foxhound is the quieter choice.
Which is better for apartment living, Bluetick Coonhound or English Foxhound?: For apartment or apartment living, English Foxhound has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

Bluetick Coonhound vs English Foxhound