Resources
Take a look at our posters; learn about official training/trial activities; and/or take part in some fun events celebrating our beloved long-eared dogs!
‘Long Ears’ Poster Program
Attention shelters, rescue groups, municipal pounds, or anyone involved with hound rescue, adoption or advocacy!
Check out our Long Ears posters featuring hounds doing things, going places and just being adorable!
Designed to be used in a kennel environment, they showcase hounds of all ages in a variety of situations and are sure to capture the attention of would-be adopters.
Download Now or Order
All 8 poster themes are available for FREE download (click on image) or make your selections and we’ll print, laminate (upon request), and mail - all at no cost to you!
Hunting and Fieldwork
The United Kennel Club maintains an extensive calendar of field events specifically for coonhounds.
Other Hound + Human Activities
Coon Dog Day - A celebration of coonhound culture! Occurs every July in Saluda, North Carolina.
Christmas in Middleburg - An annual holiday festival in MIddleburg, Virginia, also known as the “Nation’s Horse and Hunt Capital.” Featuring the Middleburg Hunt, whose origins trace to the renowned 1905 foxhunting match between English and American foxhounds (the latter being the winners!)
Key Underwood Coon Dog Memorial Graveyard - Located in Colbert County, Alabama, this graveyard is reserved specifically for the burials of “coon dogs” and holds a celebration each Labor Day.
Pittsburg Beagles & Hounds - offers regular meet-ups and social activities for all hound breeds.
PlottFest - A celebration of the North Carolina state dog, the Plott Hound, a breed originated by the Plott family that gained world-wide notoriety for its bear-hunting abilities. Occurs each April in Maggie Valley, North Carolina.
Activities for Your Hound
Performance Sports
While coonhounds can excel at a variety of canine pursuits (agility, obedience, and therapy dog work), the following activities are a natural match for a hound’s interests and physicality.
Barn Hunt - Based on the traditional roles of many breeds in ridding farms, barns, crop storage areas, and homes of destructive vermin. A great sport for older dogs (as well as older people).
Fast CAT - The AKC Coursing Agility Test is a timed 100-yard dash where dogs run one at a time, chasing a lure.
Search & Rescue - The National Association of Canine Search and Rescue (SAR) highly recommends that humans are certified in ground SAR before starting this intense training program with a canine partner.
Scentwork - Celebrating the sport of sniffing! A fun and rewarding activity for hounds of all ages and especially helpful for shy dogs to gain confidence. The AKC also offers a Virtual Scent Work Test that can be completed at home.
