Is the Doberman Pinscher Better than the Redbone Coonhound as a Pet? Answer…

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Doberman Pinscher Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or the Redbone Coonhound

Doberman Pinscher versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog while the Redbone Coonhound is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Doberman Pinscher 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.

Doberman Pinscher versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher Redbone Coonhound
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 4/5
General Health 1/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Height 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 60 to 80 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1910 $530
Price Range $1100 – $2500 $300 – $600
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Working Aptitude
    		•  No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 15 141

    *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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

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

    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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:

  • Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs. However, Redbone Coonhounds get along well with other dogs.
  • Doberman Pinschers 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.
  • Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Redbone Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Doberman Pinschers 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound

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

  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Doberman Pinscher versus Redbone Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound.

    Doberman Pinschers weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Doberman Pinschers are 24 to 28 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 Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Redbone Coonhound

    The average price of the Doberman Pinscher puppy is $1910. The price of the Doberman Pinscher typically ranges from $1100 – $2500. However, the price of a Doberman Pinscher can be as low as $300 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 476 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.

    Doberman Pinscher Redbone Coonhound
    Average Price $1910 $530
    Price Range $1100 to $2500 $300 to $600

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Doberman Pinschers 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 Doberman Pinscher named Duke 3 that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Doberman Pinschers like Duke 3 on pefinder.com.

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

    The Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    48533683 is the name of another Doberman Pinscher (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

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

    Doberman Pinschers and Redbone Coonhounds are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Doberman Pinschers and Redbone Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Doberman Pinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Redbone Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Doberman Pinscher is 15 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Redbone Coonhound is 141 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Doberman Pinscher

    Popularity of Doberman Pinscher

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Year Doberman Pinscher Popularity Rank Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank
    2013 12 133
    2014 14 148
    2015 14 139
    2016 15 143
    2017 16 139
    2018 17 142
    2019 19 143
    2020 18 146

    Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers 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 Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Doberman Pinschers 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Redbone Coonhound

    Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Redbone Coonhound

    Doberman Pinschers 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.

    Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Redbone Coonhounds?

    Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended 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 Doberman Pinscher or the Redbone Coonhound

    Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Doberman Pinscher

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher:

  • Rottweiler (68 percent match with Doberman Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Rottweiler.
  • Schnoodle (67 percent match with Doberman Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Schnoodle.
  • Neapolitan Mastiff (67 percent match with Doberman Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Neapolitan Mastiff.

    • 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Bluetick Coonhound.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Doberman Pinscher versus Berger Picard     Doberman Pinscher versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Doberman Pinscher versus Papipoo     Doberman Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz     Doberman Pinscher versus Australian Cattle Dog     Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton     Doberman Pinscher versus Stabyhoun     Doberman Pinscher versus English Toy Spaniel     Doberman Pinscher versus Lowchen     Doberman Pinscher versus Norwich Terrier     

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Bolognese     Redbone Coonhound versus Pointer     Redbone Coonhound versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Redbone Coonhound versus Kuvasz     Redbone Coonhound versus Pug     Redbone Coonhound versus Kishu Ken     Redbone Coonhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Redbone Coonhound versus Whoodle     Redbone Coonhound versus English Cocker Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Akbash     

    Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.