Grooming requirements
    Grooming this breed requires little more than a curry brush, spray conditioner and some time. Regular ear cleaning and nail clipping are necessary.

Health considerations
    The Black and Tan has a tendency toward hip dysplasia. He can have problems with ectropian and entropian eyelids (the tendency for the eyelids to roll inward or outward).

Breed characteristics and personality
    A passionate worker, this dog is intelligent, vigilant and aggressive in his work, but obedient to his master. He has an even temperament and is outgoing and friendly. As a working scent hound, he must be able to work in close contact with other hounds.
    The Coonhound is well able to live with the family. He's a good obedient companion and good with children. He would probably prefer to spend a lot of time outdoors. He drools a lot.

Uses
    The Black and Tan Coonhound is a specialist in hunting raccoons but is also adapted to the hunting of stag, bear, deer, mountain lion and opossum, even over difficult terrain. He can withstand the rigors of winter as well as the intense heat.

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