| Would You Like to Try a Recipe? |
 |
| Did you know? · The Black and Tan Coonhound was accepted for AKC registration in 1945. So you want to own a Black and Tan Coonhound? 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 adapt to living either outside or indoors. The Black 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. History Although a comparatively recent addition to our roster of purebreds, the Black and Tan Coonhound is actually an old breed as history is reckoned. In all probability he has descended from the Talbot hound which was known in England during the reign of William I, Duke of Normandy, in the 11th century; thence down through the Bloodhound and the Foxhound via this country's own Virginia Foxhound, frequently referred to as the "black and tan." Selectively bred on a basis of color (for there were "coopers" of other colors as well) and for proficiency on possum and raccoon, the black-and-tan strain was carefully developed over a period of years and admitted to registry by the American Kennel Club in 1945. The Black and Tan Coonhound works his trail with consummate skill and determination, albeit not at a particularly fast pace. In fact, he trails Bloodhound fashion, entirely by scent, with nose to the ground, "barking up" or giving voice the moment his quarry is treed. And despite the fact that the dog has been nurtured as a specialist on coon, he can do equally well in hunting deer, mountain lion, bear, and possibly other big game. Breed Standard General Appearance The Black and Tan Coonhound is first and fundamentally a working dog, a trail and tree hound, capable of withstanding the rigors of winter, the heat of summer, and the difficult terrain over which he is called upon to work. Used principally for trailing and treeing raccoon, the Black and Tan Coonhound runs his game entirely by scent. The characteristics and courage of the Coonhound also make him proficient on the hunt for deer, bear, mountain lion and other big game. Judges are asked by the club sponsoring the breed to place great emphasis upon these facts when evaluating the merits of the dog. The general impression is that of power, agility and alertness. He immediately impresses one with his ability to cover the ground with powerful rhythmic strides. Size, Proportion, Substance Size measured at the shoulder--Males 25 to 27 inches; females 23 to 25 inches. Oversized dogs should not be penalized when general soundness and proportion are in favor. Penalize undersize. Proportion--Measured from the point of shoulder to the buttocks and from withers to ground the length of body is equal to or slightly greater than the height of the dog at the withers. Height is in proportion to general conformation so that dog appears neither leggy nor close to the ground. Substance--Considering their job as a hunting dog, the individual should exhibit moderate bone and good muscle tone. Males are heavier in bone and muscle tone than females. Head The head is cleanly modeled. From the back of the skull to the nose the head measures from 9 to 10 inches in males and from 8 to 9 inches in females. Expression is alert, friendly and eager. The skin is devoid of folds. Nostrils well open and always black. The flews are well developed with typical hound appearance. Penalize excessive wrinkles. Eyes are from hazel to dark brown in color, almost round and not deeply set. Penalize yellow or light eyes. Ears are low set and well back. They hang in graceful folds, giving the dog a majestic appearance. In length they extend naturally well beyond the tip of the nose and are set at eye level or lower. Penalize ears that do not reach the tip of the nose and are set too high on the head. Skull tends toward oval outline. Medium stop occurring midway between occiput bone and nose. Viewed from profile the line of the skull is on a practically parallel plane to the foreface or muzzle. Teeth fit evenly with scissors bite. Penalize excessive deviation from scissors bite. Neck, Topline, Body The neck is muscular, sloping, medium length. The skin is devoid of excess dewlap. The back is level, powerful and strong. The dog possesses full, round, well sprung ribs, avoiding flatsidedness. Chest reaches at least to the elbows. The tail is strong, with base slightly below level of backline, carried free and when in action at approximately right angle to back. Forequarters Powerfully constructed shoulders. The forelegs are straight, with elbows turning neither in nor out; pasterns strong and erect. Feet are compact, with well knuckled, strongly arched toes and thick, strong pads. Penalize flat or splayed feet. Hindquarters Quarters are well boned and muscled. From hip to hock long and sinewy, hock to pad short and strong. Stifles and hocks well bent and not inclining either in or out. When standing on a level surface, the hind feet are set back from under the body and the leg from pad to hock is at right angles to the ground. Fault--Rear dewclaws. Coat The coat is short but dense to withstand rough going. Color As the name implies, the color is coal black with rich tan markings above eyes, on sides of muzzle, chest, legs and breeching, with black pencil markings on toes. Penalize lack of rich tan markings, excessive areas of tan markings, excessive black coloration. Faults--White on chest or other parts of body is highly undesirable, and a solid patch of white which extends more than one inch in any direction is a disqualification. Gait When viewed from the side, the stride of the Black and Tan Coonhound is easy and graceful with plenty of reach in front and drive behind. When viewed from the front the forelegs, which are in line with the width of the body, move forward in an effortless manner, but never cross. Viewed from the rear the hocks follow on a line with the forelegs, being neither too widely nor too closely spaced, and as the speed of the trot increases the feet tend to converge toward a center line or single track indicating soundness, balance and stamina. When in action, his head and tail carriage is proud and alert; the topline remains level. Temperament Even temperament, outgoing and friendly. As a working scent hound, must be able to work in close contact with other hounds. Some may be reserved but never shy or vicious. Aggression toward people or other dogs is most undesirable. Note--Inasmuch as this is a hunting breed, scars from honorable wounds shall not be considered faults. Disqualification A solid patch of white which extends more than one inch in any direction. |
| Coon Dog Central |
   |
| Everything you never knew you needed to know about coon dogs! |
 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| LINKS |
|
|
|
| Check to be sure the glands on the legs are removed. Remove all the fat from the meat. Cut it into pieces and soak the meat in salt water overnight. To cook, cover with water, add two medium onions and 1/2 teaspoon ground oregano. Boil until almost tender enough to eat. Then remove to a roasting pan and cover with the following dressing: 1 1/2 lb loaf of bread 3/4 Cup chopped onion 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning sage to taste salt and pepper Add the cooking broth (diluted half with water) to moisten the dressing. Bake at 350 degrees until dressing is cooked and meat is tender. This recipe is from a former neighbor of the Bob Rakow Family, Mrs. Tillman Larson. |
 |
|
|
| This was worth a comment. I bet you didn't expect to find coon dogs here! Sign the book, and tell me what you thought!! |
|
|
|
|
|