Not your typical house dog, the Black & Tan Coonhound is an exemplary family pet nonetheless. He is gentle, friendly, calm, and quiet living in a house. On the street, his strong hunter instinct takes over and can be difficult, if not impossible, to distract him from the pursuit after the pursuit begins. As befits a dog with such a heritage, the Black and Tan Coonhound is strong, independent, and stubborn.