Which is Better Between the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound?

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Bedlington Terrier Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Bedlington Terrier and for the Redbone Coonhound. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Bedlington Terrier or the Redbone Coonhound.

Bedlington Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound are similar in size. The Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Bedlington Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

On the other hand, the Redbone Coonhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Bedlington Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bedlington Terrier to the Redbone Coonhound based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound

Factor Bedlington Terrier Redbone Coonhound
Does NOT Drool 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 5/5
Life Span 14 to 16 years 10 to 12 years
Height 15 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 17 to 23 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2530 $580
Price Range $2000 – $2800 $495 – $650
Temperament Score 90.5 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bedlington Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Redbone Coonhound. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Bedlington Terrier is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bedlington Terrier is a better pet than the Redbone Coonhound. So, you should get the Bedlington Terrier!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:

    • Bedlington Terriers do not have the tendency to drool. However, Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
    • Bedlington Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
    • Bedlington Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Redbone Coonhounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    The Similarities Between the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound

    The Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound are most similar:

    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound are prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Bedlington Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound.

    Bedlington Terriers weigh 17 to 23 pounds when fully grown. Bedlington Terriers are 15 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Redbone Coonhounds weigh 45 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Redbone Coonhounds are 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bedlington Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound

    The lifespan of Bedlington Terriers is between 14 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Bedlington Terriers is 15.0 years.

    The lifespan of Redbone Coonhounds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Redbone Coonhounds is 11.0 years.

    Bedlington Terriers live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Redbone Coonhound Versus the Bedlington Terrier

    The Redbone Coonhound has a better temperament than the Bedlington Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Redbone Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Bedlington Terrier is 90.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 90.5 percent, the Bedlington Terrier has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Redbone Coonhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 21 Bedlington Terriers and 5 Redbone Coonhounds.

    Price of Bedlington Terrier versus Price of Redbone Coonhound

    The average price of the Bedlington Terrier puppy is $2530. The price of the Bedlington Terrier typically ranges from $2000 – $2800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 5 Bedlington Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Redbone Coonhound puppy is $580. The price of the Redbone Coonhound typically ranges from $495 – $650. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 48 Redbone Coonhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bedlington Terrier is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bedlington Terrier and Redbone Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Bedlington Terrier puppies or how many Redbone Coonhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bedlington Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bedlington Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Redbone Coonhounds

    A breakdown of the prices of Redbone Coonhounds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Bedlington Terrier puppy or the Redbone Coonhound puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bedlington Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound

    Bedlington Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bedlington Terriers shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    Bedlington Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Bedlington Terrier or the Redbone Coonhound

    Bedlington Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bedlington Terrier or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Bedlington Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bedlington Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Bedlington Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Bedlington Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Bedlington Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Redbone Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Bedlington Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bedlington Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bedlington Terrier vs. Redbone Coonhound

    Bedlington Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Bedlington Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bedlington Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Redbone Coonhounds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bedlington Terrier or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Bedlington Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bedlington Terriers good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Bedlington Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Redbone Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bedlington Terriers and Redbone Coonhounds?

    Bedlington Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bedlington Terrier Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Bedlington Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Bedlington Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Bedlington Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bedlington Terrier or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Bedlington Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Redbone Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bedlington Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Bedlington Terrier and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.