If you’re searching for a loyal adventure buddy to join you on camping trips, long hikes, jogs, or any outdoor escapade-meet Charles, a classic Coonhound with brains, energy, and enthusiasm to spare.

Charles is incredibly smart and very much a true working hound. Known for their high-energy nature and remarkable scenting abilities, Coonhounds like Charles need serious daily exercise and mental stimulation. His nose rules his world, and he’ll happily follow it on every adventure you’re willing to take him on. Lots of practice with recall-especially off leash-will be necessary, and a secure fenced yard is strongly recommended so he can safely explore, play, and track to his heart’s content.

Like many hounds, Charles is vocal. Very vocal. He loves to “sing the songs of his people,” and because of this, he is not suitable for apartment or condo living. He is also not a match for first-time or inexperienced dog owners. This is a true working breed who requires structure, patience, and someone who understands the quirks-and joys-of living with a Coonhound. A home with Coonhound or similar working-breed experience is ideal.

Charles enjoys other dogs but needs slow, controlled introductions with calm, dog-neutral companions, as he can get overly excited and, well… sing about it. He’s toy-obsessed, people-loving, and full of life. Charles could fit well into a home with older, dog-savvy children, but no young kids, as his enthusiasm can be overwhelming.

If you love the hound lifestyle-big voice, big heart, big adventure-Charles might be your perfect trail partner.

Please follow these steps if interested in adoption!

1. View the animal’s profile at adopt.spca.bc.ca
2. Submit an application https://spca.bc.ca/adoption/application-forms/
3. If it’s a match, staff will contact you to set up an appointment for a meet & greet.
4. Live happily fur-ever after!

*Side note: the more you add to your application about you and what you are looking for in a canine companion, the better we can match animals with adopters!

PLEASE NOTE: This dog is located on the Sunshine Coast and travel via BC Ferries is required to adopt. Appointments are preferred to adopt one of our animals. Please speak with shelter staff prior to visiting our branch.