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    Coonhound

    Black and Tan Coonhounds are native to America where they were originally bred as scent hounds thanks to their incredible scenting abilities. They are large hounds that over the years have proved themselves very able at their job and are highly prized in America where they have also been a popular choice as companion dogs as well as family pets.
    Lifespan
    11-13 years
    Breed group
    Hound
    Weight
    Male: 30-32kg
    Female: 30-32kg
    Height
    Male: 63-69cm
    Female: 58-63cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Black and Tan coonhound, American black and tan coonhound
    Breed Size
    Large
    Breed Type
    Hound
    Health tests available
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Medium
    Easy to train
    Medium
    Shedding
    Medium
    Grooming
    needs
    Medium
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to older children
    Health of breed
    Medium
    Cost to keep
    Medium
    Intelligence
    Medium
    Tolerates being alone
    Low anxiety

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