Information on AKC Redbone Coonhound Puppies
Redbone Coonhound Breed Standard
General Appearance
Hunted from swamplands to mountains, the Redbone is surefooted and swift, even
on the most difficult terrain. Well-balanced, with a flashy red coat and excellent
cold nose, the powerfully built Redbone mingles handsome looks with a confident
air and fine hunting talents.
Size, Proportion, Substance
Size- Males - 22 to 27 inches. Females - 21 to 26 inches. Proportion
Length well proportioned to height. Should be equal in height from highest point
of the shoulder blade to the ground as long measured from sternum to the buttocks.
Slightly taller at shoulder than at hips. Substance- Weight should be in
proportion with height and bone structure. Working dogs not to be penalized for
being slightly underweight. Well boned according to size of dog.
Head
Expression - Pleading. Eyes - Dark brown to hazel in color, dark
preferred. Set well apart. No drooping eyelids. Eyes round in shape. Faults
- Yellow eyes, drooping eyelids. Ears -Set moderately low, fine in texture.
Reaching near the end of the nose when stretched out. Proportioned to head. Faults
- Stiff to the touch. Appearing to be attached only to the skin, instead of firmly
attached to the head. Skull - Moderately broad. Shape is flat. Faults
- Narrow across top, excess of dome, pointed dome. Muzzle - Square. Well
balanced with other features of the head. Faults - Dished or upturned muzzle.
Not in proportion with head. Nose - Nostrils large and open, black in color,
never pink. Faults - Any color other than black. Teeth - Scissors
bite preferred. Even bite acceptable. Faults - Overshot or undershot.
Neck, Topline, and Body
Neck - Medium in length, strong, slightly arched and held erect, denoting
proudness. Throat clean. Slight fold of skin below the angle of jaw is permissible.
Faults - Too long, too thick, not in proportion with head and body. Topline
- slightly taller at the withers that at the hips. Fault - Hips higher
than withers. Body - Chest - Deep, broad. Ribs - Well sprung
to provide optimal lung capacity, denoting stamina. Back - Strong. Faults
- Roach or sway back. Loin - Slightly arched. Tail - Medium length,
very slight brush and saber-like. Faults - Not strong at root, heavy brush,
Setter-like plume.
Forequarters
Shoulders - Clean and muscular. Shoulder angulation should have a perfect
90-degree angle or close. Legs - Straight, well-boned. The forelegs will
be set under dog and feet under his withers, not under ears. Pasterns -
Straight, well set, clean and muscular, denoting both speed and strength. Faults
- Forelegs crooked, out at elbows. Feet - Cat-paw type, compact, well padded.
Toes - Stout, strong and well-arched. Nails - Well-set. Faults
- Flat feet, open feet, hind dewclaws.
Hindquarters
Thighs - Clean and muscular. Fault - Cowhocked. Hindquarters should
have same. Well boned.
Coat
Short, smooth, coarse enough to provide protection.
Color
Solid red preferred. Dark muzzle and small amount of white on brisket and feet
permissible. Faults: White on feet extending beyond toes. More white on
brisket than an open hand will cover. White stockings on legs.
Gait
Determined, steady, and proud, with good reach and drive.
Temperament
Even-tempered at home but an aggressive hunter. Amenable to formal training. A
good family dog that likes to please.
Approved: June 11, 2001
Effective: September 1, 2001
