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Treeing Walker Coonhound is a strange name for a classic, American hunter. The three names of this dog breed indicate three distinct descriptions relating back to its origins. Thomas Walker was a Virginia dog breeder in the eighteenth century who was looking to create the perfect hunting companion by breeding the American and English Foxhounds. “Treeing” refers to their common objective of chasing prey up a tree. “Walker” honors the man who played a key role in breeding this dog. Finally, “Coonhound” refers to the types of hunting dogs that were bred specifically for tracking raccoons.

The result is a dog breed superbly designed for hunting small game. Even the Walker’s bark has been selected to sound like a bugle, calling its master to the scene of where the chase has ended, which is most often at the base of some tree. Treeing Walker Coonhounds are uniquely versatile hunters as well, adept at hunting alone or as part of a pack or duo. One would be hard-pressed to find a dog more ecstatic about its designated purpose. The Walker simply loves to track, chase, and capture its targeted prey.

Today, the Treeing Walker Coonhound is rarely employed for their intended purpose and they are not a very popular dog breed according to the AKC. The American Kennel Club did not recognize the Treeing Walker Coonhound until 2012 and ranks them at 127 out of 194 in popularity. Although they are not one of the more popular dog breeds, the characteristics of Walkers still make them delightful companions and members of a loving family.