AMERICAN ENGLISH COONHOUND
APPEARANCE
The American English Coonhounds ears hang rather low, reaching nearly at the end of the nose when drawn out and an expression that can be best described as kind and houndy. The coat is a medium length, hard, protective hair with a deep chest, strong back and broad loin without any exaggerated parts. Coat colors are: red, white, tri-color, red and white, black and white. Height: Male: 24-26; Female: 23-25 inches. Weight:40-65 lbs
PERSONALITY
Affectionate, assured, watchful, fearless, and loyal. The American English Coonhound breed does best in packs rather than being the only dog. An American English Coonhound is watchful, assured and affectionate to humans as well as other dogs. Hunting is in its nature and shows it by being able to handle the physical pain associated with varied terrains.
TRAINING
The American English Coonhound requires early socialization. They do not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods. Training must be done with firmness, fairness, patience, and consistency. The American English Coonhound breed excels in performance, conformation, and field trial events.
EXERCISE
Natural hunters require regular exercise and an American English Coonhound is definitely one. Exercise may be in the form of regular walks, playtime in an open field and swimming. They do best in a rural setting with an active owner. If they are excessively confined or become bored they will bay consistently and become destructive.
SOCIALIZATION
The American English Coonhound breed does best in packs rather than being the only dog. They get along with older, considerate children and other pets they have been raised with. An American English Coonhound is watchful, assured and affectionate to humans as well as other dogs
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LIVING CONDITIONS
A highly energetic breed, the American English Coonhound is not recommended for city or apartment dwelling. Tremendous adaptability to just about any environment is what separates the Coonhound from other breeds, and this holds true for the American English Coonhound.
GROOMING
Regular brushing with a firm bristle brush is recommended. Baths are given when necessary and not too frequently. Coats of American English Coonhounds are short thus it does not soak up water which facilitates drying in a small amount of time.. It is important to regularly check the ears and paw pads for debris.
HEALTH ISSUES
Life Span: 11 - 12 years.
This breed is quite healthy but may be prone to hip dysplasia like most other breeds.
HISTORY
The breed originated in the southeastern United States where they were bred from American and English Foxhounds, other European hunting breeds, and native dogs for the purpose of trailing and treeing a variety of animals.
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