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Redbone Coonhound

A Redbone Coonhound needs about 11,500 steps a day. An active breed that requires 60-90 minutes of vigorous daily exercise.

Energy Level
High
Weight
20–30 kg
Height Range
53–69 cm
Life Span
10–12 years
  • Affectionate
  • Energetic
  • Independent
  • Companionable
  • Familial
  • Unflappable

Daily goal, in context

Generic target10,000 steps
Redbone Coonhoundhealthy adult11,500 steps
Hound average11,800 steps
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Exercise by Age

  1. Puppy (under 1 year)

    5 min per month of age, twice a day

    Limit exercise to 5 minutes per month of age, twice daily. Avoid high-impact activities to protect growing joints.

  2. Adult (1-9 years)

    11,500 steps

    Full daily goal applies. Mix walks with play, training and mental stimulation.

  3. Senior (9+ years)

    8,000–9,200 steps

    Reduce intensity by 20-30%. Shorter, more frequent walks. Watch for signs of fatigue or joint stiffness.

Exercise Needs

Couch companionHighWorking athlete

An active breed that requires 60-90 minutes of vigorous daily exercise.

About the Redbone Coonhound

The Redbone Coonhound is a large and athletic breed of dog that was originally bred in the United States for hunting raccoons. They are intelligent, energetic, and determined, and make excellent hunting dogs.

Facts about the Redbone Coonhound

  • Exercise

    Scent hounds need long, sniff-friendly walks. Let them stop and explore — it exhausts them more than distance.

    AKC

  • Behavior

    Scent drive overrides recall training — always use a leash or fully-fenced yard, no exceptions.

    VCA

  • Health

    Long floppy ears trap moisture — clean weekly with vet-approved solution to prevent ear infections.

    ASPCA

  • Training

    Hounds are strongly food-motivated — treat rewards outperform verbal praise for training consistency.

    AKC

  • Did You Know

    A Bloodhound’s nose can follow a scent trail over 300 miles old — legal evidence in many US courts.

    AKC

Frequently asked questions

How much exercise does a Redbone Coonhound need?
A Redbone Coonhound needs about 11,500 steps a day. An active breed that requires 60-90 minutes of vigorous daily exercise.
How big does a Redbone Coonhound get?
Adult Redbone Coonhounds typically weigh 20–30 kg and stand 53–69 cm at the shoulder.
How long do Redbone Coonhounds live?
A Redbone Coonhound usually lives 10–12 years.
What is a Redbone Coonhound's temperament?
Redbone Coonhounds are typically Affectionate, Energetic, Independent, Companionable, Familial, Unflappable.

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