| The Black and Tan Coonhound is often referred to | | | | dogs, they love to do their job and do it well. They |
| as simply the Black and Tan. They are a medium to | | | | should not be kept locked up inside all day and they |
| medium/large working class breed that loves to work | | | | need plenty of exercise and play. When they are |
| and hunt. They weigh between 55-75 pounds and | | | | outside, it is best to keep them in a fenced in yard |
| reach up to 27" in height. | | | | as they have a tendency to take off if they |
| Recognized by the AKC, the Black and Tan | | | | discover an interesting scent or see a critter in the |
| Coonhound's coat is predominantly black with tan | | | | area. |
| markings on the muzzle, chest and legs. Their name, | | | | Originating in the United States, the Black and Tan |
| of course, simply comes from their coat color. Their | | | | Coonhound was developed by crossing the |
| sleek, short, shiny coat is dense. It is easy to care | | | | Bloodhound and Foxhound. They were mainly used to |
| for and requires minimal brushing. | | | | hunt raccoon, but are also good opossum and other |
| Whether hunting dog or family companion for active | | | | game hunters. They are known for their excellent |
| families, the Black and Tan Coonhound will do well | | | | tracking ability. |
| with their friendly, energetic nature. They are good | | | | With their high energy level and love for hunting and |
| with children and other dogs or pets. Because of their | | | | being outdoors, the Black and Tan Coonhound needs |
| history of hunting small animals, it is best to socialize | | | | a family that will meet their activity needs. While they |
| them from puppyhood with cats and other small | | | | are an active breed, they are surprisingly calm when |
| non-canine pets. They are highly intelligent and fairly | | | | they are home hanging out with their family. They |
| easy to train. When they are at home with family, | | | | make a good family companion for any family |
| they are laid back and easygoing. However, when | | | | dynamic willing to give them the exercise and play |
| they are tracking or hunting they are all business and | | | | that they need. |
| they become very intense and energetic. As hunting | | | | |