A Detailed Comparison of the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound.

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Chinese Crested Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested or the Redbone Coonhound.

Chinese Crested versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog while the Redbone Coonhound is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Chinese Crested belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

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.

Chinese Crested versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound

Factor Chinese Crested Redbone Coonhound
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Height 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Weight Up to 12 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1430 $530
Price Range $1000 – $1600 $300 – $600
Temperament Score 76.5 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination- Yearly Exams Recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia/Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • prcd-PRA DNA Test
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • RCD3-PRA DNA Test
  • No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 75 141

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

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

    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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:

  • Chinese Cresteds do not have the tendency to drool. However, Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Redbone Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Chinese Cresteds do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Redbone Coonhounds do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
  • Chinese Cresteds have low exercise needs. However, Redbone Coonhounds require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound

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

  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound are very easy to train.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound 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.
  • Both the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Redbone Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound.

    Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 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 Chinese Crested versus Redbone Coonhound

    The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.

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

    Chinese Cresteds live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Chinese Crested Versus the Redbone Coonhound

    The Redbone Coonhound has a better temperament than the Chinese Crested.

    This is because the temperament score for the Redbone Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Chinese Crested is 76.5 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 76.5 percent, the Chinese Crested has a below-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 Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 34 Chinese Cresteds and 5 Redbone Coonhounds.

    Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Redbone Coonhound

    The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1430. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1600. However, the price of a Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Redbone Coonhound puppy is $530. The price of the Redbone Coonhound typically ranges from $300 – $600. However, the price of the Redbone Coonhound can be as low as $200 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 102 Redbone Coonhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Chinese Crested is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.

    Chinese Crested Redbone Coonhound
    Average Price $1430 $530
    Price Range $1000 to $1600 $300 to $600

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. 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 Chinese Crested 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.

    Adopting the Chinese Crested versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chinese Cresteds and many Redbone 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 Chinese Crested named Romeo that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chinese Cresteds like Romeo on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Chinese Cresteds, Redbone Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Lake is a Male Redbone Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Redbone Coonhounds like Lake that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Roscoepermanent Foster is the name of another Chinese Crested (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Sea is an adorable Male Redbone Coonhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Chinese Cresteds and Redbone Coonhounds are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Chinese Cresteds and Redbone Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Chinese Crested versus Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    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 Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chinese Crested is more popular with dog owners than the Redbone Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chinese Crested is 75 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Redbone Coonhound is 141 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Chinese Crested

    Popularity of Chinese Crested

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Year Chinese Crested Popularity Rank Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank
    2013 68 133
    2014 65 148
    2015 75 139
    2016 77 143
    2017 79 139
    2018 79 142
    2019 80 143
    2020 79 146

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Redbone Coonhound

    Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good 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 Chinese Crested or the Redbone Coonhound

    Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Redbone Coonhound

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

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

    Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Crested or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Cresteds and Redbone Coonhounds?

    Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested:

  • Bolognese (75 percent match with Chinese Crested). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Bolognese.
  • Japanese Chin (75 percent match with Chinese Crested). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Japanese Chin.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Redbone Coonhound

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

  • Bluetick Coonhound (81 percent match with Redbone Coonhound). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Crested vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Redbone Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Redbone Coonhound to other breeds:

    Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinese Crested versus Pekingese     Chinese Crested versus Barbet     Chinese Crested versus Siberian Husky     Chinese Crested versus Maltese     Chinese Crested versus Greyhound     Chinese Crested versus Bearded Collie     Chinese Crested versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Chinese Crested versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Chinese Crested versus Miniature Schnauzer     Chinese Crested versus Manchester Terrier     Chinese Crested versus Basset Hound     Chinese Crested versus Bich Poo     Chinese Crested versus Boxerdoodle     Chinese Crested versus Maltipoo     Chinese Crested versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro     Chinese Crested versus Alaskan Malamute     Chinese Crested versus Collie     Chinese Crested versus Labrador Retriever     Chinese Crested versus Chow Chow     Chinese Crested versus Great Dane     Chinese Crested versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Chinese Crested versus Mal Shi     Chinese Crested versus Afador     

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Carolina Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus English Springer Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Giant Schnauzer     Redbone Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Brittany     Redbone Coonhound versus Dalmatian     Redbone Coonhound versus Belgian Tervuren     Redbone Coonhound versus Border Collie     Redbone Coonhound versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Redbone Coonhound versus Dalmatian     Redbone Coonhound versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Great Pyrenees     Redbone Coonhound versus Standard Schnauzer     Redbone Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Pomchi     Redbone Coonhound versus Mastiff     Redbone Coonhound versus Shih Tzu     Redbone Coonhound versus Weimaraner     Redbone Coonhound versus Shiloh Shepherd     Redbone Coonhound versus Newfoundland     Redbone Coonhound versus Azawakh     Redbone Coonhound versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Redbone Coonhound versus Border Collie     Redbone Coonhound versus Pomapoo     

    Conclusion: Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.