"The black and tan coonhound is first and fundamentally a working dog used to track and tree raccoons. The black and tan coonhound is a powerful and agile dog with the courage and stamina enabling him to hunt deer, bear, and mountain lion. Black and tan coonhounds are medium-large dogs (65-100 pounds), and can adap to living either outside or indoors. The back and tan coonhound's coat tends to shed all year long and requires regular brushing. Due to the black and tan coonhound's hunting instincts, he should never be turned loose or exercised unless within the confines of a securely fenced yard. The average lifespan of a black and tan coonhound is about ten years."
