Black and Tan Coonhound
Country/Date of origin: USA/1700s
Generations of breeding have produced this raccoon and possum specialist. Like the dogs it was created from, the Bloodhound, the Foxhound and the now extinct Talbot Hound, the Black and Tan Coonhound is a scent trailer and works with his head down. Coonhounds do not give excessive voice when trailing but when the quarry is treed, they break into a lusty chorus. One of the six breeds of American coonhounds, the Black and Tan was recognized by the United Kennel Club in 1900 and by the American Kennel Club in 1945. Most are registered with the UKC which holds many more field events than the rival AKC.
Other Names Body Type Personality Coat Health Concerns
Back to TopAmerican Black and Tan Coonhound, Treeing Hound
AKC Group: Hound
Breed Club: American Black and Tan Coonhound Club
Rescue Club: America Black and Tan Coonhound Rescue
Back to TopBody Type:
- A large distinctively marked hound with loose skin
- Resembles a lightly built Bloodhound
- Height: 23-27 inches (at shoulder)
- Weight: 55-75 pounds
- Large droopy ears are not altered
- Long tail is held upright when the dog is alert
Personality:
- Very active dogs
- Consequently do better in the country
- Friendly and even tempered
Coat:
- Short, smooth and glossy
- Black is the predominant color and must be accompanied by tan patches above the eyes, on the chest and legs and on the sides of the muzzle, comprising about 10 to 15 percent of the total body area
Health Concerns:
- Generally healthy
- Ear cankers typical of breeds with pendulous ears
- Hip dysplasia
- Progressive retinal atrophy
- Blood disorder known as Hemophilia B is sometimes genetically transmitted
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