Bluetick Coonhound has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Kuvasz has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Friendly
Gentle
Active

Clownish
Intelligent
Patient
Independent
Loyal
Protective
Brave
Fearless
Self-Confident
Faithful
Dependable

Bluetick Coonhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Kuvaszs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Avoid Bluetick Coonhounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose a Kuvasz if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Tibet

Foxhounds, Cur, French Hound, English Coonhound

shepherding dog

1940s

1300s

Hound (AKC:2009)
Scenthounds (UKC)

Working (AKC:1931)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Brindle
Fawn

White

Straight

Wavy

A Bluetick Coonhound can have a litter of 11-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Kuvasz can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Bluetick Coonhounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Kuvaszs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

The Bluetick Coonhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Kuvaszs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Hip Dysplasia
Congenital Heart Defect

Patellar Luxation

Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Hip
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Bluetick Coonhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Kuvaszs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Bluetick Coonhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Kuvaszs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bluetick Coonhound has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Kuvasz is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Bluetick Coonhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Kuvaszs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Bluetick Coonhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Kuvasz dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Bluetick Coonhounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Kuvaszs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bluetick Coonhound, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Kuvasz, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bluetick Coonhounds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Kuvaszs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Bluetick Coonhound feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 100-115 pound (45 - 52 kg) Kuvasz feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Bluetick Coonhound is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Kuvasz is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bluetick Coonhound is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Kuvasz is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Bluetick Coonhound has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Kuvaszs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bluetick Coonhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Kuvaszs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bluetick Coonhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Kuvaszs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bluetick Coonhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Kuvaszs may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.