Which is Better between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound? A Very Detailed Review.

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Chinese Shar-Pei Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

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

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

Chinese Shar-Pei versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound are similar in size. The Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Chinese Shar-Pei 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.

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 Shar-Pei versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound

Factor Chinese Shar-Pei Redbone Coonhound
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 4/5
General Health 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 1/5 5/5
Height 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 2/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Weight 40 to 55 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 2/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1620 $530
Price Range $1100 – $2000 $300 – $600
Temperament Score 71.0 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 60 141

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Shar-Pei is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

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

    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 Shar-Pei 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 Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:

  • Chinese Shar-Peis do not get along well with other dogs. However, Redbone Coonhounds get along well with other dogs.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis 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 Shar-Peis not very playful. However, Redbone Coonhounds are very playful.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis 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, Redbone 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.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs. However, Redbone Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Redbone Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis 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.
  • The Similarities Between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound

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

  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Redbone Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound.

    Chinese Shar-Peis weigh 40 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Shar-Peis are 18 to 20 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 Shar-Pei versus Redbone Coonhound

    The lifespan of Chinese Shar-Peis is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Shar-Peis is 10.0 years.

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

    Redbone Coonhounds live longer than Chinese Shar-Peis.

    Temperament of the Redbone Coonhound Versus the Chinese Shar-Pei

    The Redbone Coonhound has a better temperament than the Chinese Shar-Pei.

    This is because the temperament score for the Redbone Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Chinese Shar-Pei is 71.0 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 71.0 percent, the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 214 Chinese Shar-Peis and 5 Redbone Coonhounds.

    Price of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Price of Redbone Coonhound

    The average price of the Chinese Shar-Pei puppy is $1620. The price of the Chinese Shar-Pei typically ranges from $1100 – $2000. However, the price of a Chinese Shar-Pei can be as low as $300 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 238 Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Shar-Pei is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.

    Chinese Shar-Pei Redbone Coonhound
    Average Price $1620 $530
    Price Range $1100 to $2000 $300 to $600

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Shar-Peis. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Shar-Peis. 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 Shar-Pei 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 Shar-Pei versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chinese Shar-Peis 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 Shar-Pei named Sir Winston Churchill that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chinese Shar-Peis like Sir Winston Churchill on pefinder.com.

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

    The Chinese Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Nutmeg is the name of another Chinese Shar-Pei (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

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

    Chinese Shar-Peis and Redbone Coonhounds are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

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

    The Popularity of Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chinese Shar-Pei is more popular with dog owners than the Redbone Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chinese Shar-Pei is 60 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 Shar-Pei

    Popularity of Chinese Shar-Pei

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Year Chinese Shar-Pei Popularity Rank Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank
    2013 54 133
    2014 58 148
    2015 59 139
    2016 61 143
    2017 64 139
    2018 64 142
    2019 65 143
    2020 61 146

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Shar-Pei versus Redbone Coonhound

    Chinese Shar-Peis can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chinese Shar-Peis shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    Chinese Shar-Peis 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 Shar-Pei or the Redbone Coonhound

    Chinese Shar-Peis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are very easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chinese Shar-Pei Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Shar-Peis 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.

    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 Shar-Peis Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Can Chinese Shar-Peis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinese Shar-Peis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Shar-Pei vs. Redbone Coonhound

    Chinese Shar-Peis 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 Shar-Peis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinese Shar-Peis cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Shar-Peis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chinese Shar-Peis good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Chinese Shar-Peis and Redbone Coonhounds?

    Chinese Shar-Peis do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Chinese Shar-Pei Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are fairly easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Chinese Shar-Pei Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Shar-Peis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Shar-Pei

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Shar-Pei:

  • Chow Chow (63 percent match with Chinese Shar-Pei). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Chow Chow.
  • Affenhuahua (62 percent match with Chinese Shar-Pei). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Affenhuahua.
  • 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 Shar-Pei vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chinese Shar-Pei Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinese Shar-Pei versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Boxer     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Scottish Deerhound     Chinese Shar-Pei versus American Hairless Terrier     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Mastiff     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Boxer     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Chinese Shar-Pei versus English Toy Spaniel     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Pharaoh Hound     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Coton de Tulear     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Pomsky     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Giant Schnauzer     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Sheepadoodle     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Finnish Lapphund     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Akita     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Doberman Pinscher     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Peek A Poo     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Scottish Deerhound     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Greyhound     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Collie     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Bernedoodle     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Pomeranian     

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Toy Poodle     Redbone Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Dachshund     Redbone Coonhound versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Redbone Coonhound versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Redbone Coonhound versus Alaskan Malamute     Redbone Coonhound versus Coton de Tulear     Redbone Coonhound versus Finnish Lapphund     Redbone Coonhound versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Redbone Coonhound versus Peek A Poo     Redbone Coonhound versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Clumber Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Finnish Lapphund     Redbone Coonhound versus American Eskimo Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Bearded Collie     Redbone Coonhound versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Redbone Coonhound versus Goldendoodle     Redbone Coonhound versus American Hairless Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Korean Jindo Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Redbone Coonhound versus Puggle     Redbone Coonhound versus Norfolk Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus French Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Australian Shepherd     Redbone Coonhound versus Australian Cattle Dog     

    Conclusion: Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Shar-Pei and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.