The Black and Tan Coonhound is a laid-back yet athletic scenthound with legendary nose power. Friendly and good-natured, it thrives with ample exercise and patient training.
Developed in the United States from Foxhounds and Bloodhounds to trail and tree raccoons, the breed is prized for endurance, cold-nose tracking, and a distinct baying voice.
Athletic and well-balanced with hallmark breed features.
Low-maintenance coat; routine care keeps a hound fresh and healthy.
High endurance—needs daily mileage and sniffing time.
Independent hound brain—keep it fun, fair, and scent-inclusive.
Balanced diet for an athletic hound; watch body condition.
Generally healthy; manage ear care and joints.
Seek working-knowledgeable breeders or consider rescue.
Are Black and Tan Coonhounds loud?
They can bay—manage with training and appropriate outlets.
Apartment-friendly?
With Caveats—exercise needs and voice must be considered.
Do they shed?
Moderately; weekly brushing helps.
Good with families?
Generally friendly and tolerant with proper socialization.
Difficult to train?
Independent but responsive to positive, scent-based work.
