Is the Carolina Dog Better than the Treeing Walker Coonhound as a Pet? Answer…

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Carolina Dog Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker 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 Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker 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 Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker 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 Carolina Dog and for the Treeing Walker 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 Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

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

Carolina Dog versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Carolina Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Treeing Walker Coonhound is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are Hound Dogs. This means both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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.

Carolina Dog versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Carolina Dog to the Treeing Walker 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 Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound

Factor Carolina Dog Treeing Walker Coonhound
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 1/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 13 years
Height 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 4/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 3/5
Weight 33 to 55 pounds 45 to 80 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $500 $620
Price Range $500 – $500 $300 – $850
Temperament Score 66.7 percent 62.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Carolina Dog 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 Treeing Walker 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 Carolina Dog is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 66 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Carolina Dog is a better pet than the Treeing Walker Coonhound. So, you should get the Carolina Dog!

    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 Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most different:

  • Carolina Dogs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Carolina Dogs are not very sensitive to their enviroment. They can tolerate noisy environments. They are also not very sensitive to the tone of your voice, firm or gentle. However, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    The Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most similar:

  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are not easy to train.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

    Carolina Dogs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Carolina Dogs are 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Treeing Walker Coonhounds weigh 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Walker Coonhounds are 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Treeing Walker Coonhound

    The lifespan of Carolina Dogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Carolina Dogs is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is 12.5 years.

    Carolina Dogs live longer than Treeing Walker Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Carolina Dog Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    The Carolina Dog has a better temperament than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

    This is because the temperament score for the Carolina Dog is 66.7 percent while the temperament score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 62.5 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 66.7 percent, the Carolina Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 62.5 percent, the Treeing Walker Coonhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 3 Carolina Dogs and 8 Treeing Walker Coonhounds.

    Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Treeing Walker Coonhound

    The average price of the Carolina Dog puppy is $500. The price of the Carolina Dog typically ranges from $500 – $500. However, the price of a Carolina Dog can be as low as $500 and as high as $500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 6 Carolina Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy is $620. The price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound typically ranges from $300 – $850. However, the price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound can be as low as $250 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 20 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Treeing Walker Coonhound is more expensive than the Carolina Dog.

    Carolina Dog Treeing Walker Coonhound
    Average Price $500 $620
    Price Range $500 to $500 $300 to $850

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Carolina Dog and Treeing Walker Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Carolina Dog puppies or how many Treeing Walker Coonhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Carolina Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Carolina Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Treeing Walker Coonhounds

    A breakdown of the prices of Treeing Walker Coonhounds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Carolina Dog puppy or the Treeing Walker 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.

    Adopting the Carolina Dog versus Adopting the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Carolina Dogs and many Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Carolina Dog named Nena that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Carolina Dogs like Nena on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Carolina Dogs, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Barrel – Costa Mesa Location is a Male Treeing Walker Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Treeing Walker Coonhounds like Barrel – Costa Mesa Location that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Luke is the name of another Carolina Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Jethro is an adorable Male Treeing Walker Coonhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Carolina Dogs and Treeing Walker Coonhounds are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Carolina Dogs and Treeing Walker Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Carolina Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

    Carolina Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Carolina Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Carolina Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Carolina Dogs 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.

    Treeing Walker 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 Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

    Carolina Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

    Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Carolina Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Carolina Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Carolina Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

    Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

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    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

    Carolina Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Carolina Dogs are not easy to train.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not easy to train.

    Is the Carolina Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Carolina Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Carolina Dog or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Carolina Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog:

  • Treeing Tennessee Brindle (75 percent match with Carolina Dog). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound:

  • Black Mouth Cur (84 percent match with Treeing Walker Coonhound). Here is our comparison of the Carolina Dog vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Bluetick Coonhound (83 percent match with Treeing Walker Coonhound). Here is our comparison of the Carolina Dog vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Carolina Dog and how the Treeing Walker Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Carolina Dog and of the Treeing Walker Coonhound to other breeds:

    Carolina Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Carolina Dog versus German Pinscher     Carolina Dog versus Toy Poodle     Carolina Dog versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Carolina Dog versus Shichon     Carolina Dog versus Rottweiler     Carolina Dog versus Finnish Lapphund     Carolina Dog versus Pomeranian     Carolina Dog versus Shiranian     Carolina Dog versus Miniature Poodle     Carolina Dog versus Sheepadoodle     Carolina Dog versus American Hairless Terrier     Carolina Dog versus Saluki     Carolina Dog versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Carolina Dog versus Alaskan Malamute     Carolina Dog versus King Shepherd     Carolina Dog versus Ibizan Hound     Carolina Dog versus Pomsky     Carolina Dog versus Sheepadoodle     Carolina Dog versus Lakeland Terrier     Carolina Dog versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Carolina Dog versus Toy Fox Terrier     Carolina Dog versus Lakeland Terrier     Carolina Dog versus Sussex Spaniel     Carolina Dog versus American Eskimo Dog     Carolina Dog versus Akbash     

    Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Saluki     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Karelian Bear Dog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Shih Tzu     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Boxerdoodle     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Kuvasz     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Scottish Deerhound     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Finnish Lapphund     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus American Eskimo Dog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Mountain Cur     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Shetland Sheepdog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Bichon Frise     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Pomsky     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Australian Shepherd     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Chi-Poo     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Tibetan Spaniel     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Cockalier     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Giant Schnauzer     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus American Hairless Terrier     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Berger Picard     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus English Cocker Spaniel     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Chow Chow     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Pomchi     

    Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Treeing Walker 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 Carolina Dog and the Treeing Walker Coonhound better suits you and your family.