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Healthcare
Normally Treatment Method
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About

Breed information

 

Length range  : 81.0-102.0 cm

Height range  : 53.0-69.0cm

Weight range : 18.0-29.0kg

Coat : short to medium length|short|smooth|hard|dense|coarse

Life expectancy years : 2026-12-10 00:00:00

Colors: redtick|bluetick|tricolor tick pattern|red|white|blue|black|brown|tan|black and tan|red and white|tri-colored.

Activitity Level : High

Origin: United States

Similar Breeds : Bluetick Coonhound|English Foxhound|Plott Hound

 

History

The breed originated in the Southern United States and descends from English Foxhounds and other European hunting dogs brought to America. It was refined in the U.S. for tracking raccoons and other game , treeing , and hunting from dusk to dawn , and has been popular among coon hunters since colonial times.

 

 

characteristics

Temperament

Affectionate , energetic , independent , sociable

Personality

affectionate|sociable|friendly|loyal|energetic|independent|good-natured|sweet-natured

Needs

daily physical exercise|mental stimulation|fenced area|active household|structure and routine|job or task|secure leash management outdoors

Social Needs

early socialization with people and animals|good with children and other dogs when socialized|supervision around small animals due to prey drive

Grooming 

weekly brushing|monthly nail trims|bathe about once a month or every 6 weeks|weekly ear checks|routine dental care|easy coat maintenance

Nutrition

high-quality diet|AAFCO-complete food|life-stage appropriate feeding|adults usually twice daily|puppies 3 to 4 smaller meals daily|watch calories to prevent obesity|fresh water available at all times

 

Breed Standard

Sleek and racy , lean but muscular , deep-chested hound with low-hung ears , expressive eyes , short to medium hard coat , and a dusk-to-dawn working outline built for speed , stamina , scenting and bawling pursuit.

Did you know?

The American English Coonhound is often described as one of the fastest coonhound breeds and is famed for working through the moonlit woods while bawling its night music.

HEALTHCARE

Most Common / iconic illnesses 

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus, Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cataracts

 

Symptoms

1. distended abdomen
2. unproductive retching
3. restlessness
4. drooling
5. weakness or collapse

1. lameness or limping
2. reluctance to rise or jump
3. shifting weight to the forelimbs
4. rear limb muscle loss
5. hip pain

1. weight gain without increased appetite
2. lethargy
3. dry dull hair with excessive shedding
4. thin to nearly bald hair coat
5. increased skin and ear infections

1. reluctance to go outside at night
2. bumping into things
3. dilated pupils
4. cloudy eyes
5. progressive vision loss

1. clouding of the lens
2. visual deficits
3. near-blindness or blindness
4. lens shrinkage in advanced disease
5. eye inflammation might occur

Onset of symptoms

 

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus

1. onset is rapid and acute
2. it may happen suddenly and may be more common in older dogs
3. supplied breed text suggests it may occur within hours of trigger events

Probability Of Onset:

1. the content indicates high risk in deep-chested dogs and supplied breed text describes elevated breed risk

Hip Dysplasia

1. signs may appear at any stage
2. younger dogs may show laxity without arthritis
3. mature dogs may develop arthritis-related signs
4. supplied breed text suggests as early as 5-10 months or later from about 3 years onward

Probability Of Onset:

1. the content indicates it is a recognized screened problem and supplied breed text describes moderate to high concern

Hypothyroidism

1. generally affects middle-aged dogs
2. average about 6-7 years

Probability Of Onset:

1. the content indicates it is one of the most common endocrine diseases in dogs and the breed may be screened for it

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

1. onset timing is not fully specified in the provided text
2. the content suggests vision may worsen over 1-2 years depending on severity

Probability Of Onset:

1. the text indicates inherited susceptibility may occur in the breed

Cataracts

1. clouding usually occurs gradually and starts in a small part of the field of view

Probability Of Onset:

1. the text indicates the breed can be susceptible to cataracts

Reasons

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus       

 1. no specific chemical lack is indicated because this is a structural and physiologic emergency

 

Hypothyroidism:

1. thyroid hormone or thyroxine is lacking

 

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus       

 1. no specific chemical lack is indicated because this is a structural and physiologic emergency

Hypothyroidism:

1. thyroid hormone or thyroxine is lacking

 

Hip Dysplasia

 1. no specific chemical lack is indicated because this is mainly genetic and structural

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

1. no specific chemical lack is indicated in the provided text

Cataracts

  1. 1. no specific chemical lack is indicated in the provided text

Normally Treament Methods

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus:

  1. 1. immediate veterinary stabilization may include IV fluids / oxygen / decompression and surgery
    2. gastropexy may be used to help prevent future volvulus
    3. feeding a single large meal is not recommended

 

Hip Dysplasia:

  1. 1. weight management / controlled exercise / NSAIDs / physical therapy and surgery may be considered depending on severity
    2. keeping the dog very slim may help
    3. highly athletic activity without adequate management is not recommended

 

Hypothyroidism

  1. 1. oral levothyroxine may be used lifelong with periodic blood monitoring

 

Progressive Retinal Atrophy:

  1. 1. there is no cure indicated
    2. dogs may adapt in a safe familiar environment

 

Cataracts:

  1. 1. veterinary ophthalmology referral and surgical removal may be considered in appropriate cases. Ask professional vets for detailed information.

 

Supplements

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus :

  • 1. no supplement is indicated in the provided text
recommend product

Hip Dysplasia

  • 1. glucosamine and chondroitin can,might be helpful for promoting healthy joints.
    2. omega-3 fatty acids can,might be helpful for reducing inflammation.
    3. fish oil can,might be helpful for joint anti-inflammatory support
recommend product

Hypothyroidism

  • 1. no supplement is indicated in the provided text because hormone replacement may be needed
recommend product

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

  • 1. no supplement is indicated in the provided text
recommend product

Cataracts

  • 1. no supplement is indicated in the provided text
recommend product

電話

+852 6358 3131

地址

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