Active
Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Norteses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Bluetick Coonoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Norwich Terrier and Maltese x

Poodle and Bluetick Coonhound

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Fawn
Red
Isabella

Blue
Black
White
Silver
Gray
Cream
Brown

Straight

Wavy

A Nortese can have a litter of 3-5 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 Bluetick Coonoodle can have a litter of 6-8 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.

While the Nortese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bluetick Coonoodles are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Cataracts
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Dental Problems

Sebaceous Adenitis
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Portacaval Shunt
Deafness
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Atopy

Ear Infections
Entropion
PRA
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
Dental and Oral Examinations
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Skin Scraping
Biopsy
Orthopedic
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Buccal Mucosal Screening

Norteses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Nortese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Bluetick Coonoodles 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 Nortese, it's at least 5 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 Bluetick Coonoodle, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Norteses usually need at least 45 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 Bluetick Coonoodles 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.

Ideally, Nortese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Bluetick Coonoodle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Comb
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Nortese feed 1 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 55-85 pound (25 - 39 kg) Bluetick Coonoodle 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 Nortese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bluetick Coonoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Nortese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 Bluetick Coonoodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Norteses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Bluetick Coonoodles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Norteses are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bluetick Coonoodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Norteses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Bluetick Coonoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.