Differences and Similarities between the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound.

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Coton de Tulear Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear or the Redbone Coonhound

Coton de Tulear versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Coton de Tulear is a tiny-sized dog while the Redbone Coonhound is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Coton de Tulear 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.

Coton de Tulear versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Coton de Tulear 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.

Factor Coton de Tulear Redbone Coonhound
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 2/5
Life Span 14 to 16 years 10 to 12 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Height 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 8 to 13 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2060 $530
Price Range $1745 – $2500 $300 – $600
Temperament Score No Data No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Exam
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 74 141

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Coton de Tulear 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 a Coton de Tulear is 94 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

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

    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 Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:

  • Coton de Tulears do not have the tendency to drool. However, Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Coton de Tulears have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Redbone Coonhounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound

    The Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound are most similar:

  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Redbone Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound.

    Coton de Tulears weigh 8 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Coton de Tulears are 8 to 12 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.

    Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Redbone Coonhound

    The average price of the Coton de Tulear puppy is $2060. The price of the Coton de Tulear typically ranges from $1745 – $2500. However, the price of a Coton de Tulear can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 127 Coton de Tulear 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 a 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 Coton de Tulear is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.

    Coton de Tulear Redbone Coonhound
    Average Price $2060 $530
    Price Range $1745 to $2500 $300 to $600

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Coton de Tulears. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Coton de Tulears. 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 Coton de Tulear 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

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

    Adopting the Coton de Tulear versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Coton de Tulears 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 Coton de Tulear named Chef that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Coton de Tulears like Chef on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Coton de Tulears, Redbone Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Banjo is a Male Redbone Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Redbone Coonhounds like Banjo that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

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

    You can find more Coton de Tulears and Redbone Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Coton de Tulear is more popular with dog owners than the Redbone Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Coton de Tulear is 74 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Redbone Coonhound is 141 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Coton de Tulear

    Popularity of Coton de Tulear

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Year Coton de Tulear Popularity Rank Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank
    2014 31.0 148
    2015 85.0 139
    2016 80.0 143
    2017 81.0 139
    2018 81.0 142
    2019 81.0 143
    2020 80.0 146
    2013 no data 133

    Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Redbone Coonhound

    Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    Coton de Tulears 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 Coton de Tulear or the Redbone Coonhound

    Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Coton de Tulears 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.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Coton de Tulears are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

    Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Coton de Tulears 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.

    Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Redbone Coonhound

    Coton de Tulears have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Coton de Tulear or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.

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

    Is the Coton de Tulear Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Coton de Tulears 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 Coton de Tulears and Redbone Coonhounds?

    Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Cavachon (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Cavachon.
  • Shichon (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Shichon.
  • 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 Coton de Tulear vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Coton de Tulear versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Coton de Tulear versus Border Terrier     Coton de Tulear versus American Bulldog     Coton de Tulear versus German Pinscher     Coton de Tulear versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Coton de Tulear versus Boxer     Coton de Tulear versus Alaskan Malamute     Coton de Tulear versus Komondor     Coton de Tulear versus Bernedoodle     

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Miniature Pinscher     Redbone Coonhound versus Dutch Shepherd     Redbone Coonhound versus Bernedoodle     Redbone Coonhound versus Finnish Lapphund     Redbone Coonhound versus Norwich Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Redbone Coonhound versus Irish Wolfhound     Redbone Coonhound versus Xoloitzcuintli     Redbone Coonhound versus Siberian Husky     Redbone Coonhound versus Braque du Bourbonnais     

    Conclusion: Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.