Description of a Bluetick Coonhound.

The Bluetick Coonhound, which probably originated in Louisiana, is thought to be bred from English foxhounds, cur dogs, and the Bleu Gascogne French hound. Originally, Bluetick Coonhounds were registered in the United Kennel Club under the English Foxhound and Coonhound, but were recognized by the club as a separate breed in 1946. Bluetick Coonhounds are also recognized by the Australian National Kennel Council and the New Zealand Kennel Club. Breeders have started the process of obtaining recognition from the American Kennel Club. The American Blue Gascon is a subgroup of bluetick coonhounds that is larger, heavier, and more houndy looking than the standard bluetick. American Blue Gascons are often referred to as "old-fashioned" blueticks. The picture here appears to be of a female Gascon blue.