Smart, Devoted, Tenacious
Blueticks are speedy and compact nocturnal hunters named for the mottled (or “ticked”) black-and-blue pattern of the glossy coat. A large male can top out at 27 inches and 80 pounds; females are smaller. Blueticks are well-muscled but sleek and racy, never chunky or clumsy. The b…
Energy
80%
Shedding
60%
Trainability
60%
Grooming
40%
Friendliness
80%
Coat Type
Short coat
Weekly Brushing
dog food
Best overall large breed food — consistent quality at a fair price…
toys
The #1 chew toy for heavy chewers — nothing else comes close…
beds
Best cooling bed — essential for flat-faced breeds and dogs in warm cl…
health
Best DNA test overall — unmatched health screening depth…
training
Best GPS collar for active owners — 3-month battery is class-leading…
grooming
Best probiotic coat spray — supports skin microbiome health between ba…
Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.
Seasonal shedder — daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.
FCI Group
Group 6 — Scent Hounds and Related Breeds
Section
Lopende honden
Status
recognized