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- Doberman Pinscher Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
- Doberman Pinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
- Doberman Pinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Doberman Pinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Temperament of the Doberman Pinscher Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Adopting the Doberman Pinscher versus Adopting the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Popularity of Doberman Pinscher versus Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Health Problems of Doberman Pinscher versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound
- How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Doberman Pinscher
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Doberman Pinscher Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker 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 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
Doberman Pinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are similar in size. The Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are both large-sized dogs.
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 Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher 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.
| Factor | Doberman Pinscher | Treeing Walker Coonhound |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 12 to 13 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 45 to 80 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1910 | $620 |
| Price Range | $1100 – $2500 | $300 – $850 |
| Temperament Score | 79.5 percent | 62.5 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 15 | 127 |
*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 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 a Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Treeing Walker Coonhound is 66 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Doberman Pinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker 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, 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.
Temperament of the Doberman Pinscher Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Doberman Pinscher has a better temperament than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the temperament score for the Doberman Pinscher is 79.5 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 they 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 79.5 percent, the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 1780 Doberman Pinschers and 8 Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy is $620. The price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound typically ranges from $300 – $850. However, the price of a 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 Doberman Pinscher is more expensive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
| Doberman Pinscher | Treeing Walker Coonhound | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1910 | $620 |
| Price Range | $1100 to $2500 | $300 to $850 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Treeing Walker Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Doberman Pinscher 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 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Doberman Pinschers 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 Doberman Pinscher named Galveston that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Doberman Pinschers like Galveston on pefinder.com.
Also, like Doberman Pinschers, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Chase – Chino Hills Location is a Male Treeing Walker Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Treeing Walker Coonhounds like Chase – Chino Hills Location that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Whiskey is the name of another Doberman Pinscher (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Elmer, an adorable Male Treeing Walker Coonhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Doberman Pinschers and Treeing Walker Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Doberman Pinscher versus Popularity of Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Doberman Pinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound is 127 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Doberman Pinscher
Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
| Year | Doberman Pinscher Popularity Rank | Treeing Walker Coonhound Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 12 | 101 |
| 2014 | 14 | 112 |
| 2015 | 14 | 117 |
| 2016 | 15 | 137 |
| 2017 | 16 | 131 |
| 2018 | 17 | 137 |
| 2019 | 19 | 129 |
| 2020 | 18 | 153 |
Health Problems of Doberman Pinscher versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Doberman Pinscher is prone to more genetic health problems than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Doberman Pinscher than for the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
6 health tests are recommended for Doberman Pinscher while 4 tests are recommended for the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Doberman Pinschers and in Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
Doberman Pinscher Health Problems
Doberman Pinschers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Doberman Pinscher puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Doberman Pinscher puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Doberman Pinscher breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Doberman Pinschers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Doberman Pinschers here.
Treeing Walker Coonhound Health Problems
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Treeing Walker Coonhound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Treeing Walker Coonhound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Treeing Walker Coonhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Treeing Walker Coonhounds here.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker 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.
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 Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Doberman Pinschers 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Treeing Walker 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.
Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not 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:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Doberman Pinscher and how the Treeing Walker Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher and of the Treeing Walker Coonhound to other breeds:
Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
Doberman Pinscher versus American Bulldog Doberman Pinscher versus Boerboel Doberman Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Doberman Pinscher versus Cesky Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Boxerdoodle Doberman Pinscher versus Papillon Doberman Pinscher versus Keeshond Doberman Pinscher versus Finnish Spitz Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo Doberman Pinscher versus Toy Poodle
Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Mountain Cur Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Shih Tzu Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Puggle Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Alaskan Klee Kai Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Sealyham Terrier Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Newfoundland Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Newfoundland Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Komondor Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Whippet Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Tibetan Mastiff
Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Treeing Walker Coonhound better suits you and your family.