Original in the United States, it originated in the 18th century. It is a pure American breed with no English hound blood. It is named after the Jonathan Prott family, who have bred and bred the breed for seven generations since 1750, when they migrated from Germany to the mountains of North Carolina. The dog is said to have been used to hunt wild boar in Germany, and its lineage later included Bloodhound and the genes of the American mongrel. It has historically only lived for one generation in the Prott family's residence, as the Prott family rarely sells the dog. So when it was officially recognized by the Kennel Club of America in 1946, the breed was rarely found outside of North Carolina. Because there are no wild boars there, it is mainly known for hunting bears and raccoons. In addition, it is also very efficient when hunting mountain dogs, lynx, wolves, and has a strong ability to track prey, even those who hide in very remote places. can be traced. They work very tenaciously and hard, have full endurance and extraordinary hunting instinct, and are highly praised for their bravery and tenacious endurance. This breed has grown stronger and more stable over a long period of careful breeding. Although the dog is home-friendly and a good companion, most still hunt as hunting dogs.