How Do You Care For A Mini Coonhound Puppy?
Caring for a mini coonhound puppy is much like the care offered for puppies of all breeds. However, coonhounds, like all other hounds, have some unique behaviors and needs that you will not find in other breeds. Doctor visits. First and foremost, bring your puppy to the vet for a checkup. Most states require initial shots and boosters for puppies before they are allowed to be sold or adopted, however, some do not. Bring your puppy to the vet to make sure all of his shots are current and he doesn’t have any congenital defects. Be prepared to bring him back annually. Put your dog on a flea and heart worm preventative. Coonhounds are prone to eating things that propagate heart worms such as animal droppings (including their own). Fleas and ticks love to navigate the thin fur of a hound, so ask your vet about the best measures to protect your puppy from these afflictions. Also, if you are not planning on breeding your dog, you should plan on having them fixed. Dogs that are spayed/neutered
