Like other hounds, the Black and Tan is known to be sensitive by nature and as such they do not respond well to any sort of harsh correction or heavy-handed training methods which could result in a hound becoming withdrawn and shy. They do, however, answer well to positive reinforcement which brings the best out of these hounds. They are not the best choice for first time owners because they need to be trained and handled by someone who is familiar with the needs of this type of hound. Black and Tan Coonhounds need to know their place in the pack and who they can look to for guidance and direction.