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Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is an American scenthound descended from English Foxhounds, bred for treeing raccoons and other game at speed. Their short, dense, glossy tricolored coat is among the lowest-maintenance of any breed, requiring only regular bathing and ear care. The breed's primary grooming challenge is the long, pendulous hound ears that need consistent attention to prevent ear infections.
Coat Type
Short, Dense, Glossy, Tricolor Hound Coat
Groom Every
Every 6-8 weeks
Styles Available
2 cuts
Cuts & Styles
Grooming Styles
1
Standard Hound Bath
A full bath with deodorizing hound shampoo, rubber mitt finish, nail trim, and thorough ear cleaning. The essential maintenance groom for this sporting hound.
2
Natural Hound
Rubber curry brush twice weekly, weekly ear cleaning, and monthly nail trim between professional baths. Minimal but effective home maintenance.
Expert Advice
Care Tips
- Treeing Walker Coonhound ears are long, floppy, and seal the ear canal — clean them every 7 days with a veterinary ear cleanser to prevent the chronic ear infections common in all pendulous-eared hound breeds.
- After night hunts through dense cover, check the ears immediately for foxtails, grass seeds, and plant material before they work deeper into the ear canal.
- The tricolor coat (white with black and tan patches) shows dirt and environmental staining clearly — a whitening shampoo on the white areas helps maintain the coat's crisp appearance.
- The Coonhound's active lifestyle wears nails faster than indoor breeds, but inspect monthly — dogs kept on soft terrain may need more frequent trimming.
- A rubber grooming mitt used once or twice weekly keeps the short coat gleaming and removes loose hairs before they are deposited on furniture and clothing.
Recommended Tools
What you'll need
Chris Christensen Big G Slicker Brush
BrushThe gold standard for poodles and doodles. Features long pins that penetrate deep into dense coats to remove tangles and fluff the hair.
$60 - $75
Miller's Forge Quality Nail Clipper
Nail CareUsed by professional groomers worldwide. Made of high-quality Italian stainless steel with a heavy-duty spring for clean, sharp cuts.
$10 - $15
Hertzko Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush
BrushAn excellent entry-level brush that's easy to clean. Great for removing loose fur and detangling shorter coats.
$15 - $25
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Deep Dives
Treeing Walker Coonhound Grooming Guides
Summer Grooming
Heat management, coat care, and seasonal tips.
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Winter Coat Care
Cold-weather protection and moisture balance.
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Shedding Season
Survive the seasonal blowout without losing your mind.
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Prevent Matting
Detangle, prevent, and protect their coat year-round.
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Best Brushes
The right tools for this specific coat type.
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Nail Trimming
Safe nail care frequency and technique.
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Ear Cleaning
Prevent infections with proper ear care.
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Bathing Guide
How often to bathe and which products to use.
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Grooming Cost
What professional grooming should cost for this breed.
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Hypoallergenic
Shedding, dander, and allergy-friendly coat care.
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First-Time Owner
Grooming basics for new owners of this breed.
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Skin & Allergies
Itchy skin, hot spots, and coat-sensitive care.
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Dental Care
Oral hygiene tied to coat and skin health.
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Flea & Tick
Parasite prevention without damaging the coat.
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Pro vs DIY
When to groom at home and when to hire a pro.
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