Origin: United States
Origin of Name: The Black and Tan Coonhound is a breed of hunting dog
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Raccoon is an unheard hero of American history. These plumps, nocturnal creatures, were a stable source of meat, fur, and fat for the inhabitants of the wild continent.
There were no dog breeds fully equipped to withstand the challenge to the pioneers who were exposed to Western and Southern regions in the post-revolutionary times in hopes of advancing their fortunes. The closest thing at hand was the fox used by the landowners of the south on traditional English-style foxhunts. But the foxhounds, bred to walk directly on the gently rolling acres of a plantation, were unfit for the task. All that America needed was a new den.
With distinctive Yankee ingenuity, the Frontiers overcame European wounds — foxheads and bloodhounds were definitely in the mix — to form a distinctive American breed, the Coinhound. These reindeer carry the scent of raccoons dripping through moonlight sticks and float until their "mine" is their quarry, rifle-toting hunters with a clear, musical voice to mark their location Leaps.
To date, raccoon planting trees with hunters has been called "neet" hunting, with deliberate misspellings by game devotees, which are without seed and one of the unmistakable backwoods that cultivate the Americas and other Conhound breeds. Is in the form of tip. Among the early coonhound enthusiasts was the great explorer, hunter, and "cunner" Daniel Boone, whose beloved Kentucky coonhound became a center of breeding. In fact, B&T and its conhound Kunfolk are America's dogs.
In 1945, B & T became the first Coinhound breed registered by AKC
The Black and Tan Konhounds require moderate amounts of exercise every day, whether it is a play session in the yard or a long walk. Of course, these predatory animals were reared to hunt and any small animal has a very strong tendency to chase them after sniffing, so the yard should have a long, solid fence, and walk on a leash. needed. An obvious alternative to exercise is, of course, hunting trips, not just raccoon - Black and Tan can be trained to help hunt about any type of sport, If local ordinances allow. And, as one might expect, Black and Tans also enjoy participating in the Coinhound field event.
Black and tan kundound should perform well on high-quality dog food, whether it is commercially manufactured or prepared with the supervision and approval of your vet. Any diet should be appropriate for the age of the dog (puppy, adult or senior). Some dogs are at risk of being overweight, so watch your dog's calorie consumption and weight level. Treatment training can be an important aid, but giving too much can lead to obesity. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. If you have any concerns about your dog's weight or diet, check with your vet. Clean, fresh water must be available at all times.
Black and Tan is usually a strong breed with few health problems, and a responsible breeder will screen the breeding stock for health conditions such as hip dysplasia, cataracts, and thyroid issues. Black and Tan's ears should be examined weekly for any signs of infection. As with all breeds, teeth should be brushed regularly.
Recommended health tests from the National Breed Club: