The American English Coonhound is derived from a combination of English Coonhounds brought to the New World by wealthy English land owners and Virginia Hounds, which had arrived with earlier settlers and were more adept at traversing rough terrain and harsher weather.
American English Coonhound
Country of Origin: United States
AKC Group: Hound Group
Use today: Hunting, companion
Life Span: 11 to 12 years
Colors: Ticked red or blue and white, tricolored, red and white or black and white.
Coat: Short and slick
Grooming: Brush weekly.
Size: Medium Dog Breed
Height: 23 to 26 inches
Weight: 40 to 65 pounds
Bloodhounds were also introduced into the American Coonhound breed to increase its sense of smell.
The breed is renowned for its stamina, speed, loud bawl and muscular build. Many regard it as the quintessential hunting companion, as it still retains a strong instinct for trailing raccoon, fox and other game as it was originally intended.
The breed is affectionate and friendly, but fearless and energetic, so regular exercise is a must. It is eager to please and generally easy to train.
