The Redbone Coonhound is a tenacious hunting dog used for hunting raccoon, deer, bear, boar, cougar, or any other large game. The breed originated in the Southern United States and is highlighted by their deep red coat. Described by the American Kennel Club as having 'an overall impression that a master sculptor carved them from blocks of the finest mahogany,' the Redbone blends an unrelenting hunter with a loving family dog. If properly trained, a Redbone Coonhound should never kill an animal it's tracking. To discourage this behavior, training a puppy with a weighted duck or waterfowl dummy can be used to discourage the dog from shaking the prey with its head.