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Black and Tan Coonhound

Did You Know

The Black and Tan Coonhound was accepted for AKC registration in 1945.
Though a relatively new breed to the AKC, the Black and Tan Coonhound is actually a fairly old breed, descended from the Talbot hound which was known in England during the reign of William I, Duke of Normandy, in the 11th century.
The Black and Tan Coonhound is believed to be derived from Bloodhounds and Foxhounds.
The Black and Tan Coonhound is selectively bred on a basis of color and for proficiency on possum and raccoon.
Though not particularly fast, the Black and Tan trails much like a Bloodhound, entirely by scent, with nose to the ground, "barking up" or giving voice upon locating quarry.
Although labeled a "coonhound", the Black and Tan is equally proficient in hunting deer, mountain lion, bear, and possibly other big game.

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