| We begin this article with the basic facts about | | | | and Tan Coonhound will howl a lot, especially when |
| the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at | | | | left alone for long periods of time. This breed also |
| their personality. | | | | tends to be wary of strangers, but in general |
| Breed group: Hound | | | | they are not aggressive. |
| Weight: 55-75 lbs | | | | Care |
| Height: male: 25-27, female: 23-25 inches | | | | The Black and Tan Coonhound should be brushed |
| Overview | | | | on a weekly basis, as this will reduce hair loss. |
| The Black and Tan Coonhound was bred when | | | | They should only be bathed and dry shampooed |
| the Bloodhound and the Foxhound was crossed | | | | when it is deemed necessary. It is also |
| with each other in the United States. This breed is | | | | recommended that their long ears are checked |
| very well known for its raccoon hunting abilities. | | | | and cleaned to make sure no infections occur. |
| These dogs are also very successful at hunting | | | | This breed is inclined to drool, and their face |
| types of game such as stag, bear, mountain lion | | | | should be wiped off on a regular basis. |
| and deer. They can adapt to very cold and warm | | | | Training |
| weather conditions. If a Black and Tan Coonhound | | | | Coonhounds are fairly difficult to train, but training |
| is shy or anxious, they may be banned from | | | | them is possible if the right methods are used. |
| exhibitions. These dogs are talented in hunting, | | | | These dogs love food, and will most likely do |
| tracking and agility. | | | | anything for a treat. Seeing that they are so |
| Temperament | | | | loving and sociable, they should receive training |
| This breed is very clever, devoted and submissive | | | | otherwise they will become uncontrollable. This |
| - they also do very well at solving problems. The | | | | breed tends to be distracted quite easily, and any |
| Black and Tan Coonhound is enormously vigilant, | | | | scent will get them of the track. It is important to |
| enthusiastic and dedicated when it comes to | | | | be very patient when training these dogs. Cruel |
| work. They have a very sociable, pleasant and | | | | and unkind training methods will not work for |
| friendly nature. This breed will get along well with | | | | these dogs, as it will only confuse them. These |
| children that is considerate, and also with other | | | | dogs are also recommended for those with |
| dogs. They are however not recommended for | | | | previous dog ownership experience. |
| homes with cats or other small pets. The Black | | | | |