BREED DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION
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Breed Registries:
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Note: The breed registries indicated above are the most recognized all-breed registries. The breed may also be recognized by other registries not indicated here. For further details about dog registries, please see the document: Dog Breed Registries in North America.
1 — The Black and Tan Coonhound was accepted for American Kennel Club registration in 1945 and assigned the Hound Group designation. However, since 1995, the breed has also been accepted for recording under the AKC Foundation Stock Service Program and known as the FSS Black and Tan Coonhound. The Black and Tan Coonhound's National Club is the American Black & Tan Coonhound Club, Inc. - www.abtcc.com
Update — Effective 1 January, 2008, the FSS Black and Tan Coonhound will be transferred to the AKC Registry with a one-time conversion of all FSS Black and Tan Coonhounds from their current number to HX ####. This will allow breeders and owners to see that a particular dog was from FSS or has FSS in its pedigree. Dogs with the HX prefix will have full registration and competition privileges. For full details see www.akc.org/reg/fss_news.cfm.
2 — The FCI is the World Canine Organization, which includes 84 members and contract partners (one member per country) that each issue their own pedigrees and train their own judges. The FCI recognizes 339 breeds, with each being the "property" of a specific country. The "owner" countries of the breeds write the standards of these breeds in co-operation with the Standards and Scientific Commissions of the FCI, and the translation and updating are carried out by the FCI. The FCI is not a breed registry nor does it issue pedigrees.
Origin:
U.S.A.
Height:
Males: From 25 to 27 inches (64 to 69 cm)
Females: From 23 to 25 inches (58 to 64 cm)
Weight:
65 to 100 lbs. Should be in proportion to a dog with moderate bone and good muscle tone.
Breed Profile:
The Black and Tan Coonhound is a descendant of the Bloodhound and American Foxhound. His original job was to trail raccoons and help to rid farmers of them. The breed is one of the many tracking breeds developed in the southern United States. Known as the American Black & Tan Coonhound by the United Kennel Club, this was the first coonhound breed to be admitted ino the registry in 1900 and was originally registered as the American Black & Tan Fox & Coonhound. Although, six distinct breeds of Coonhounds were developed in the U.S.: the Plott, English Coonhound, Redbone, Treeing Walker, Bluetick, and the Black and Tan; only the Black and Tan has been officially recognized by the American and Canadian Kennel Clubs. The United Kennel Club registers all six.
The Coonhound is even-tempered, outgoing, and friendly. He is a powerful, agile and alert dog who is not aggressive toward other dogs or people. He has the courage and stamina to hunt deer, bear and mountain lion. Being an active working dog who hunts by scent and works the trail with determination, he needs lots of outdoor activity.
Health Issues
The average lifespan of a Black and Tan Coonhound is about ten years. If you are considering the adoption of a Black and Tan Coonhound puppy, or any breed, it is very important to be selective in choosing a responsible and reputable breeder. Ensure that the prospective puppy's parents have all health clearances. Breeding of any dog should not be done until after they have been proven to be free of evidence of significant hereditary diseases. (For more information on selecting a breeder, see the articles on the main Breed Listing and Breeders page.)
Additional Health Resources:
- Health and Nutrition — Growing section of the Canada's Guide to Dogs website which includes information on several health and nutrition related issues.
- Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) — Providing a source of health information for owners, breeders, and scientists that will assist in breeding healthy dogs. CHIC is a centralized canine health database jointly sponsored by the AKC/Canine Health Foundation (AKC/CHF) and the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA).
- AKC Canine Health Foundation — Working towards developing scientific advances in canine health.
- Canine Eye Registration Foundation (CERF)
- Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA)
- Ontario Veterinary College (OVC)
- University of Pennsylvania Hip Improvement Program (PennHip)
- HealthGene — HealthGene Corporation is the leading provider of veterinary DNA diagnostic services in Canada.
Breed Standards
- CKC Breed Standard
- AKC Breed Standard
- UKC Breed Standard for the American Black and Tan Coonhound
- FCI Breed Standard No 300
AKC BLACK & TAN COONHOUND DVD
17 Min. Video Edition, Published by the AKC
Discussion of the breed standard: good structure and movement, acceptable colors, correct head, size. Developed for breeders, exhibitors and judges.
Available from Dogwise.com
Grooming Information
The Coonhound's coat tends to shed throughout the year and requires regular brushing.
- Grooming — This section of the Canada's Guide to Dogs website includes tips, articles and information covering all aspects of dog grooming along with a listing of Groomers from across Canada.
Training Resources
- Training — For training information, see this growing section of the Canada's Guide to Dogs website for tips, articles, as well as listings of training centres across Canada.
Additional Information
- Living with a Coonhound by Susan Pedley
- Clubs, Sports & Activities — For information on the many sports and activities you can get involved in with your dog.
- Working Dogs — The Working Dogs section of the Canada's Guide to Dogs website provides information and listings of organizations that are involved in various dog jobs, such as Guide Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Police Dogs, Protection Dogs, and much more.
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