How to Identify a Redbone Coonhound

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Redbone Coonhounds originated in America, and are members of the hound group. ^{[1]
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The American Kennel Club (AKC) is a purebred dog pedigree registry in the United States. The AKC advocates for the responsible ownership of dogs and promotes purebred dog events, such as the Westminster Dog Show.
Go to source} They have some characteristics that can cause them to be confused with similar breeds, but they have some distinguishing characteristics as well. This wikiHow will help you figure out whether or not a dog is a Redbone Coonhound.

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Taking a Look at the Body Structure

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Notice the size of the dog. Male Redbone Coonhounds are generally anywhere from 22–27 inches (56–69 cm) tall, while females are a little bit smaller, usually around 21–26 inches (53–66 cm) tall. Redbone Coonhounds will generally weigh anywhere from 45–70 pounds (20–32 kg). ^{[2]
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Examine the dog's head. Overall, a Redbone Coonhound should have a flat head shape, that is fairly broad. ^{[3]
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Look at the dog's eyes. Redbone Coonhounds should have eyes that are anywhere from dark brown to hazel. Their eyes should be round and set well apart from each other. ^{[4]
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Take note of the dog's ears. Redbone Coonhounds have ears that are in proportion to the head, set relatively low, with a fine texture. When stretched out, the ears should reach the end of the dog's nose. ^{[5]
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Notice the dog's nose. A Redbone Coonhound should have a nose with large, opened nostrils, that is always black in color. ^{[6]
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Take a glance at the dog's tail. Redbone Coonhounds have tails that are of a medium length and have an almost saber-like appearance, with a very slight brush to them. ^{[7]
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Look at the overall appearance of the dog. Overall, Redbone Coonhounds should appear well-balanced and powerfully built, with a determined, proud, and steady gait. ^{[8]
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Examining the Coat

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Look for a solid red coat color. Redbone Coonhounds typically should have a solid red coat color, with a dark muzzle area. ^{[9]
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See if the dog has a few white areas on its body. In some cases, you may notice a little white on the dog's feet area (though it should not extend beyond the toes) or its sternum area (though there should not be more white than what an open hand can cover). ^{[10]
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Look for a shorter coat. Redbone Coonhounds should have coats that are relatively short in length. ^{[11]
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Examine the texture of the coat. Typically, Redbone Coonhounds should have coats that are smooth, yet coarse enough to provide the dog with protection. ^{[12]
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Noticing Temperament

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See if the dog barks frequently. Redbone Coonhounds are definitely not a quiet breed of dog and have been known to bark quite a bit. ^{[13]
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Look for a lot of energy. Redbone Coonhounds are known to be energetic dogs, and as such, they need plenty of exercise. ^{[14]
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Notice if the dog wants to spend time with its family. One of the things that Redbone Coonhounds enjoy is spending time with their human family members. ^{[15]
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Take note of whether or not the dog is even-tempered. Despite having a lot of energy, Redbone Coonhounds are also known to be relatively even-tempered and easygoing. ^{[16]
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See if the dog is friendly. Redbone Coonhounds are known to be a friendly breed overall. In fact, out of all of the Coonhound breeds, they’re known to be amongst the most willing to make friends. ^{[17]
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Look for an independent nature. Redbone Coonhounds are known to have an independent nature, which can occasionally get in the way of training. ^{[18]
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