The Black and Tan Coonhound boasts a kind and gentle nature in a home environment, but when they are out and about, these attractive hounds can show a good turn of speed more especially if they pick up an interesting scent. They are known to be reliable, loyal and good-natured companions and in the right hands with the correct amount of early socialisation and training, a Black and Tan Coonhound is a pleasure to have around.