The Black and Tan Coonhound is a breed of dog that originates in the United States of America. The breed was developed by mixing the Bloodhound and the Black and Tan Virginia Foxhound. The breed was originally developed for the purpose of being a game dog. The Black and Tan Coonhound uses its incredible sense of smell to track its prey, by scent alone, and chase them up a tree. The Black and Tan Coonhound is also known to have a courageous temperament and an athletic build which makes it proficient at hunting larger prey such as deer, wolf, bear and cougar. In 1945 the Black and Tan Coonhound became the first of six varieties of Coonhound to be recognized by the American Kennel Club. The other five varieties where not recognized until 2010 and are the Redbone Coonhound, the Plott Hound, the Bluetick Coonhound, the English Coonhound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound. The Black and Tan Coonhound makes an excellent household pet for an experienced dog owner. The breed is known to have a mellow, affectionate and loyal temperament. Inexperienced dog owners may have trouble controlling the Black and Tan Coonhound's desire to track and hunt prey and it is known to wander if it catches a scent.

Before purchasing any pet it is important to understand that as a pet owner you are responsible for the care and wellbeing of your pet. It is important to try and learn as much as you can about the animal you are considering to keep as a pet to make sure that your lifestyle, household and financial status are suited to provide your pet with the best possible care. This guide has been designed to provide you with both precise and concise information about a Black and Tan Coonhound's basic needs to help you provide your pet with the best quality care practices. This guide will give an in-depth explanation on training your Black and Tan Coonhound, raising your Black and Tan Coonhound from a puppy, grooming, health care and everything in between!

"The Black and Tan Coonhound: A Complete and Comprehensive Beginners Guide to: Buying, Owning, Health, Grooming, Training, Obedience, Understanding and Caring for Your Black and Tan Coonhound," by Michael Stonewood is the perfect purchase or gift for a first time Black and Tan Coonhound owner. This guide includes sections on caring for a puppy, breeding, health care, training, the basic cost of owning a Black and Tan Coonhound and much more.

This book is the second edition - the first edition was published by 'Dog Care Professionals.'