Active
Strung
Energetic
Loyal

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Inquisitive
Steady
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Spirited
Assertive

American English Coonhounds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Lhaffons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

English Foxhound, Bloodhound, Virginia Coonhound

Brussels Griffon, Lhasa Apso

American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1700's

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
White
Brindle

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

American English Coonhounds have medium-length coats.

Lhaffons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

An American English 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 Lhaffon can have a litter of 4-6 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.

American English Coonhounds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Lhaffons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Ear Infections

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Urolithiasis
Congenital Heart Defect

X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Physical Examination

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

American English Coonhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Lhaffons are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

American English Coonhounds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Lhaffons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

American English Coonhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Lhaffons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

American English Coonhound dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Lhaffons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

American English Coonhounds 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.

Lhaffons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lhaffon dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For American English Coonhound, it's at least 10 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 Lhaffon, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most American English Coonhounds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Lhaffons usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The American English Coonhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Lhaffons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

American English Coonhound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Lhaffon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-65 pound (18 - 29 kg) American English Coonhound feed 3 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 11-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Lhaffon 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 an American English Coonhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Lhaffon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an American English Coonhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $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 Lhaffon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

American English Coonhound has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Lhaffon is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

American English Coonhounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Lhaffons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

American English Coonhounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Lhaffons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

American English Coonhounds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Lhaffons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

American English Coonhounds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Lhaffons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

American English Coonhounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Lhaffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

American English Coonhounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Lhaffons have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The American English Coonhound is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Lhaffons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.