A Detailed Comparison of the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard.

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Black and Tan Coonhound Versus Saint Bernard: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard? 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 Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard 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 Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard 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 Black and Tan Coonhound and for the Saint Bernard. 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 Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Saint Bernard.

Black and Tan Coonhound versus Saint Bernard: Overview

A very important difference between the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Black and Tan Coonhound is a medium-sized dog while the Saint Bernard is a giant-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Black and Tan 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.

On the other hand, the Saint Bernard belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Black and Tan Coonhound versus Saint Bernard: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Black and Tan Coonhound to the Saint Bernard 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 Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard

Factor Black and Tan Coonhound Saint Bernard
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 5/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 8 to 10 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Height 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 2 feet, 2 inches to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the s
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
General Health 5/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 75 to 100 pounds 120 to 180 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 9.0 years
Average Price $480 $1320
Price Range $250 – $625 $875 – $1525
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 84.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – Min Age 24 Months
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • Eye Examination – Min Age 22 Months
  • Hip Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 128 49
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 44 65

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Black and Tan Coonhound 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 Saint Bernard. 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 Black and Tan Coonhound is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saint Bernard is 81 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saint Bernard is a better pet than the Black and Tan Coonhound. So, you should get the Saint Bernard!

    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 Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard

    Below is a list of where the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard are most different:

  • Black and Tan Coonhounds can tolerate hot weather. However, Saint Bernards cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Black and Tan Coonhounds are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds However, Saint Bernards have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Black and Tan Coonhounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Saint Bernards have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Black and Tan Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Saint Bernards are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Black and Tan Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Saint Bernards do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Black and Tan Coonhounds do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Saint Bernards do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Black and Tan Coonhounds require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise. However, Saint Bernards have low exercise needs.
  • The Similarities Between the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard

    The Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard are most similar:

  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard are not easy to train.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Black and Tan Coonhound versus Saint Bernard

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard.

    Black and Tan Coonhounds weigh 75 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Black and Tan Coonhounds are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Saint Bernards weigh 120 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Bernards are 2 feet, 2 inches to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Black and Tan Coonhound versus Saint Bernard

    The lifespan of Black and Tan Coonhounds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Black and Tan Coonhounds is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Saint Bernards is between 8 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Saint Bernards is 9.0 years.

    Black and Tan Coonhounds live longer than Saint Bernards.

    Temperament of the Black and Tan Coonhound Versus the Saint Bernard

    The Black and Tan Coonhound has a better temperament than the Saint Bernard.

    This is because the temperament score for the Black and Tan Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Saint Bernard is 84.9 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 100.0 percent, the Black and Tan Coonhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 84.9 percent, the Saint Bernard has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard by measuring the temperaments of 15 Black and Tan Coonhounds and 53 Saint Bernards.

    Price of Black and Tan Coonhound versus Price of Saint Bernard

    The average price of the Black and Tan Coonhound puppy is $480. The price of the Black and Tan Coonhound typically ranges from $250 – $625. However, the price of a Black and Tan Coonhound can be as low as $200 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 59 Black and Tan Coonhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Saint Bernard puppy is $1320. The price of the Saint Bernard typically ranges from $875 – $1525. However, the price of the Saint Bernard can be as low as $200 and as high as $3550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 163 Saint Bernard puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Saint Bernard is more expensive than the Black and Tan Coonhound.

    Black and Tan Coonhound Saint Bernard
    Average Price $480 $1320
    Price Range $250 to $625 $875 to $1525

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Black and Tan Coonhound and Saint Bernard. For different price points, the charts show how many Black and Tan Coonhound puppies or how many Saint Bernard puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Black and Tan Coonhounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Black and Tan Coonhounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Bernards

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Bernards

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Black and Tan Coonhound puppy or the Saint Bernard 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.

    Adopting the Black and Tan Coonhound versus Adopting the Saint Bernard

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Black and Tan Coonhounds and many Saint Bernards are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Black and Tan Coonhound named Holston that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Black and Tan Coonhounds like Holston on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Black and Tan Coonhounds, Saint Bernards are also available for adoption. For example, Bartholomew is a Male Saint Bernard that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Saint Bernards like Bartholomew that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Douglas is the name of another Black and Tan Coonhound (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Cornelius is an adorable Male Saint Bernard on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Black and Tan Coonhounds and Saint Bernards are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Black and Tan Coonhounds and Saint Bernards that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Black and Tan Coonhound versus the Intelligence of the Saint Bernard

    Black and Tan Coonhound Saint Bernard
    Intelligence Rank 44 out of 130 dog breeds 65 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions!

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Black and Tan Coonhound has an obedience intelligence rank of 44 out of 130 dog breeds. The Black and Tan Coonhound belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Black and Tan Coonhounds tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Saint Bernard has an obedience intelligence rank of 65 out of 130 dog breeds. The Saint Bernard belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Saint Bernards tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

    The Black and Tan Coonhound is more intelligent than the Saint Bernard.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Black and Tan Coonhound versus Popularity of Saint Bernard

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Saint Bernard is more popular with dog owners than the Black and Tan Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Saint Bernard is 49 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Black and Tan Coonhound is 128 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Black and Tan Coonhound

    Popularity of Black and Tan Coonhound

    Popularity of Saint Bernard

    Popularity of Saint Bernard

    Year Black and Tan Coonhound Popularity Rank Saint Bernard Popularity Rank
    2013 113 47
    2014 126 51
    2015 127 50
    2016 128 49
    2017 130 48
    2018 138 48
    2019 141 48
    2020 127 52

    Health Problems of Black and Tan Coonhound versus Health Problems of Saint Bernard

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Saint Bernard is prone to more genetic health problems than the Black and Tan Coonhound.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Saint Bernard than for the Black and Tan Coonhound.

    5 health tests are recommended for Black and Tan Coonhound while 6 tests are recommended for the Saint Bernard.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Black and Tan Coonhounds and in Saint Bernards.

    Black and Tan Coonhound Health Problems

    Black and Tan Coonhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Black and Tan Coonhound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Black and Tan Coonhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Black and Tan Coonhound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Black and Tan Coonhounds for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Black and Tan Coonhounds here.

    Saint Bernard Health Problems

    Saint Bernards are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Saint Bernard puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Saint Bernard puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Saint Bernard breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Saint Bernards for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – Min Age 24 Months
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • Eye Examination – Min Age 22 Months
  • Hip Dysplasia – Min Age 24 Months
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Saint Bernards here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Black and Tan Coonhounds and Saint Bernards

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Black and Tan Coonhound Breed is Eyes problems.

    This is because the Black and Tan Coonhound ranks 74 out of 182 dog breeds for Eyes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 238 Black and Tan Coonhounds, 4 of them had Eyes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Black and Tan Coonhounds, and how common these diseases are in Black and Tan Coonhounds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Eyes problems: Rank 74 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 78 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 104 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Saint Bernard Breed is Hips problems.

    This is because the Saint Bernard ranks 7 out of 198 dog breeds for Hips problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 2618 Saint Bernards, 1295 of them had Hips problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Saint Bernards, and how common these diseases are in Saint Bernards relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Hips problems: Rank 7 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 23 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 33 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 45 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 99 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Black and Tan Coonhound and in Saint Bernard and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard:

    Disease Black and Tan Coonhound Rank Saint Bernard Rank
    Eyes problems 74 out of 182 dog breeds 23 out of 182 dog breeds
    Hips problems 78 out of 198 dog breeds 7 out of 198 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 104 out of 144 dog breeds 33 out of 144 dog breeds
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems Not Common 45 out of 70 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 99 out of 145 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Black and Tan Coonhound versus Saint Bernard

    Black and Tan Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Saint Bernards do not like to be left alone.

    Do Black and Tan Coonhounds shed more than Saint Bernards?

    Black and Tan Coonhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Saint Bernards shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Saint Bernard

    Black and Tan Coonhounds drool moderately.

    Saint Bernards have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Saint Bernard?

    Black and Tan Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Saint Bernards require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Black and Tan Coonhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Bernard?

    Black and Tan 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.

    Saint Bernards have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Black and Tan Coonhounds Bark and Howl? What about Saint Bernards?

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

    Saint Bernards are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Black and Tan Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Bernards Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Black and Tan Coonhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Saint Bernards can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Black and Tan Coonhound vs. Saint Bernard

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

    Saint Bernards do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Black and Tan Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Bernards Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Black and Tan Coonhounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Saint Bernards cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Saint Bernard?

    Black and Tan Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Saint Bernards get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Black and Tan Coonhounds good family dogs? What about Saint Bernards?

    Black and Tan Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Saint Bernards are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Black and Tan Coonhounds and Saint Bernards?

    Black and Tan Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Saint Bernards get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Black and Tan Coonhound Easier to Train than the Saint Bernard?

    Black and Tan Coonhounds are not easy to train.

    Saint Bernards are not easy to train.

    Is the Black and Tan Coonhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Bernard?

    Black and Tan Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Saint Bernards adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Black and Tan Coonhound or the Saint Bernard?

    Black and Tan Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Saint Bernards are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Black and Tan Coonhound

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Black and Tan Coonhound that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Black and Tan Coonhound:

  • American Foxhound (76 percent match with Black and Tan Coonhound). Here is our comparison of the Saint Bernard vs American Foxhound.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (74 percent match with Black and Tan Coonhound). Here is our comparison of the Saint Bernard vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Harrier (75 percent match with Black and Tan Coonhound). Here is our comparison of the Saint Bernard vs Harrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Bernard

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saint Bernard that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Saint Bernard:

  • Newfoundland (68 percent match with Saint Bernard). Here is our comparison of the Black and Tan Coonhound vs Newfoundland.
  • King Shepherd (71 percent match with Saint Bernard). Here is our comparison of the Black and Tan Coonhound vs King Shepherd.
  • Spinone Italiano (68 percent match with Saint Bernard). Here is our comparison of the Black and Tan Coonhound vs Spinone Italiano.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Black and Tan Coonhound and how the Saint Bernard compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Black and Tan Coonhound and of the Saint Bernard to other breeds:

    Black and Tan Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Black and Tan Coonhound versus Goldendoodle     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Boxerdoodle     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Black and Tan Coonhound versus American Water Spaniel     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Harrier     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Chinese Crested     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Dutch Shepherd     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Pomapoo     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Border Collie     Black and Tan Coonhound versus American Eskimo Dog     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Italian Greyhound     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Portuguese Water Dog     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Fila Brasileiro     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Bracco Italiano     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Border Terrier     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Frenchton     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Irish Setter     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Shetland Sheepdog     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Beaglier     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Black and Tan Coonhound versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     

    Saint Bernard Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Bernard versus Bedlington Terrier     Saint Bernard versus Bolognese          Saint Bernard versus German Pinscher     Saint Bernard versus Chinese Crested     Saint Bernard versus Cairn Terrier     Saint Bernard versus Stabyhoun     Saint Bernard versus Pomapoo     Saint Bernard versus Labradoodle     Saint Bernard versus English Setter     Saint Bernard versus American Eskimo Dog     Saint Bernard versus Miniature Pinscher     Saint Bernard versus Mal Shi     Saint Bernard versus Chihuahua     Saint Bernard versus Pyredoodle     Saint Bernard versus Hovawart     Saint Bernard versus Sussex Spaniel     Saint Bernard versus Bouvier des Flandres     Saint Bernard versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Saint Bernard versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Saint Bernard versus Maremma Sheepdog     Saint Bernard versus German Shepherd Dog     Saint Bernard versus Mastiff     Saint Bernard versus Black Mouth Cur     Saint Bernard versus Lagotto Romagnolo     

    Conclusion: Black and Tan Coonhound versus Saint Bernard. 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 Black and Tan Coonhound and the Saint Bernard better suits you and your family.