Hound
Black and Tan Coonhound
A Black and Tan Coonhound needs about 14,000 steps a day. A very high-energy breed that needs 90+ minutes of intense daily activity.
- Energy Level
- Very High
- Weight
- 20–30 kg
- Height Range
- 58–69 cm
- Life Span
- 10–12 years
- Easygoing
- Gentle
- Adaptable
- Trusting
- Even Tempered
- Lovable
Daily goal, in context
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Exercise by Age
Puppy (under 1 year)
5 min per month of age, twice a day
Limit exercise to 5 minutes per month of age, twice daily. Avoid high-impact activities to protect growing joints.
Adult (1-9 years)
14,000 steps
Full daily goal applies. Mix walks with play, training and mental stimulation.
Senior (9+ years)
9,800–11,200 steps
Reduce intensity by 20-30%. Shorter, more frequent walks. Watch for signs of fatigue or joint stiffness.
Exercise Needs
A very high-energy breed that needs 90+ minutes of intense daily activity.
About the Black and Tan Coonhound
The Black and Tan Coonhound is a large and muscular breed of dog that was originally bred for hunting raccoons. They are intelligent, energetic, and determined, and make excellent hunting dogs.
Facts about the Black and Tan Coonhound
Exercise
Scent hounds need long, sniff-friendly walks. Let them stop and explore — it exhausts them more than distance.
AKC
Behavior
Scent drive overrides recall training — always use a leash or fully-fenced yard, no exceptions.
VCA
Health
Long floppy ears trap moisture — clean weekly with vet-approved solution to prevent ear infections.
ASPCA
Training
Hounds are strongly food-motivated — treat rewards outperform verbal praise for training consistency.
AKC
Did You Know
A Bloodhound’s nose can follow a scent trail over 300 miles old — legal evidence in many US courts.
AKC
Frequently asked questions
- How much exercise does a Black and Tan Coonhound need?
- A Black and Tan Coonhound needs about 14,000 steps a day. A very high-energy breed that needs 90+ minutes of intense daily activity.
- How big does a Black and Tan Coonhound get?
- Adult Black and Tan Coonhounds typically weigh 20–30 kg and stand 58–69 cm at the shoulder.
- How long do Black and Tan Coonhounds live?
- A Black and Tan Coonhound usually lives 10–12 years.
- What is a Black and Tan Coonhound's temperament?
- Black and Tan Coonhounds are typically Easygoing, Gentle, Adaptable, Trusting, Even Tempered, Lovable.
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