Black and Tan Coonhound
Key facts
| FCI group | 6. Scent hounds and related breeds |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | United States |
| Category | Large |
| Height at withers | 58–68.5 cm |
Recognition features
- Coal-black coat with rich tan markings above the eyes, on muzzle, chest, legs and breeching
- Black pencil markings on the toes
- Even-tempered, outgoing and friendly, able to work in close contact with other hounds
Purpose
Working trail and tree hound used principally for trailing and treeing raccoon, withstanding winter rigours, summer heat and difficult terrain.
Coat
Short but dense coat to withstand rough going; coal black with rich tan markings.
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