Very interesting to read about these different breeds of coon hounds. Loved the warning about the howling trait! Baskervilles came to mind, of course!

Also, thanks for the url to the site.

Slight tangent: We're getting a puppy in four weeks, so it's good to have that site as a reference. We've only had full-grown dogs in the past, so this pup will be a new experience for us. Puppy school has been highly recommended by several friends.