Adaptable
Outright
Tempered
Lovable
Intelligent
Easygoing
Gentle
Trusting

Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Fearless
Clever

Black and Tan Coonhounds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Smooth Fox Pinschers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

talbot hound, bloodhound, black and tan foxhound

Smooth Fox Terrier, Miniature Pinscher

1700s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Fawn
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Blue
White
Fawn

A Black and Tan Coonhound can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Smooth Fox Pinscher can have a litter of 3-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Congenital Heart Defect

None Known

Ectropion
Hemophilia
Obesity

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Myasthenia Gravis

Eye
Hip
Heart
Physical Examination

Skin Evaluation
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Black and Tan Coonhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Smooth Fox Pinscher has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Black and Tan Coonhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Smooth Fox Pinschers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Black and Tan Coonhounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Smooth Fox Pinschers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Black and Tan Coonhound, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Fox Pinscher, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Black and Tan Coonhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Smooth Fox Pinscher has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Black and Tan Coonhound feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Smooth Fox Pinscher feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Black and Tan Coonhound is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Fox Pinscher is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Black and Tan Coonhound is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Fox Pinscher is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Black and Tan Coonhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Black and Tan Coonhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

The Smooth Fox Pinscher is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Black and Tan Coonhounds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Smooth Fox Pinschers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Black and Tan Coonhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Smooth Fox Pinschers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Black and Tan Coonhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Smooth Fox Pinschers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Black and Tan Coonhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Smooth Fox Pinschers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.