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Owner of Bogey: Austin Brown of Pensacola, Florida |
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| Breed: Black and Tan Coonhound |
| Also Called: American Black and Tan Coonhound |
| Height: The Black and Tan Coonhound is about 23-27 inches tall. |
| Weight: The Black and Tan Coonhound weighs between 55-75 lbs. |
| Colors: The Black and Tan Coonhound can be coal black with rich tan markings above eyes, on sides of muzzle, chest, legs and breeching, with black pencil markings on toes. |
| General Appearance: The Black and Tan Coonhound is first and fundamentally a working dog, a trail and tree hound, capable of withstanding the rigors of winter, the heat of summer, and the difficult terrain over which he is called upon to work. Used principally for trailing and treeing raccoon, the Black and Tan Coonhound runs his game entirely by scent. The characteristics and courage of the Coonhound also make him proficient on the hunt for deer, bear, mountain lion and other big game. Judges are asked by the club sponsoring the breed to place great emphasis upon these facts when evaluating the merits of the dog. The general impression is that of power, agility and alertness. He immediately impresses one with his ability to cover the ground with powerful rhythmic strides. |
| Temperment: The Black and Tan Coonhound has an even temperament, is outgoing and friendly. As a working scent hound, must be able to work in close contact with other hounds. Some may be reserved but never shy or vicious. Aggression toward people or other dogs is most undesirable. |
| Care: The Black and Tan Coonhound's coat needs to be brushed 2-3 times weekly. Check their long ears regularly. |
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| Training: Black and Tan Coonhound puppies need to be well-socialized and and taught not to roam. |
| Activity: The Black and Tan Coonhound is an extremely active breed who requires a great deal of space and will be happiest on a farm. |
| Life Span: The Black and Tan Coonhound lives an average life of 10-12 years. |
| Litter Size: The Black and Tan Coonhound has an average litter of 7-8 puppies. |
| Country of Origin: The Black and Tan Coonhound originated in the USA. |
| Brief History: The Black and Tan Coonhound is actually an old breed as history is reckoned. In all probability he has descended from the Talbot hound which was known in England during the reign of William I, Duke of Normandy, in the 11th century; thence down through the Bloodhound and the Foxhound via this country's own Virginia Foxhound, frequently referred to as the "black and tan." Selectively bred on a basis of color (for there were "coopers" of other colors as well) and for proficiency on possum and raccoon, the black-and-tan strain was carefully developed over a period of years and admitted to registry by the American Kennel Club in 1945. |
| Registries: AKC, CKC, FCI (Group 6), UKC |
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