A Detailed Comparison of the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound.

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English Springer Spaniel Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel or the Redbone Coonhound.

English Springer Spaniel versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are similar in size. The English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the English Springer Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

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.

English Springer Spaniel versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound

Factor English Springer Spaniel Redbone Coonhound
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 2/5
Height 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 10 inches tall at the 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
Weight 45 to 55 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Life Span 9 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1310 $530
Price Range $950 – $1600 $300 – $600
Temperament Score 85.2 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • AKC DNA Profile
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Canine Good Citizen Certification
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • DNA Bank
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • FUCOSIDOSIS
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • PFK
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 27 141

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

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

    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 English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:

  • English Springer Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Redbone Coonhounds adapt well to apartment living.
  • English Springer Spaniels do not have the tendency to drool. However, Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
  • English Springer Spaniels require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound

    The English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are most similar:

  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of English Springer Spaniel versus Redbone Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound.

    English Springer Spaniels weigh 45 to 55 pounds when fully grown. English Springer Spaniels are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 10 inches tall at the 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 English Springer Spaniel versus Redbone Coonhound

    The lifespan of English Springer Spaniels is between 9 to 15 years. The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniels 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.

    English Springer Spaniels live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Redbone Coonhound Versus the English Springer Spaniel

    The Redbone Coonhound has a better temperament than the English Springer Spaniel.

    This is because the temperament score for the Redbone Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the English Springer Spaniel is 85.2 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 85.2 percent, the English Springer Spaniel has an above-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 English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 162 English Springer Spaniels and 5 Redbone Coonhounds.

    Price of English Springer Spaniel versus Price of Redbone Coonhound

    The average price of the English Springer Spaniel puppy is $1310. The price of the English Springer Spaniel typically ranges from $950 – $1600. However, the price of a English Springer Spaniel can be as low as $500 and as high as $3300. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 334 English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.

    English Springer Spaniel Redbone Coonhound
    Average Price $1310 $530
    Price Range $950 to $1600 $300 to $600

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

    A breakdown of the prices of English Springer Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of English Springer Spaniels. 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 English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many English Springer Spaniels 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 English Springer Spaniel named Bodhi that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable English Springer Spaniels like Bodhi on pefinder.com.

    Also, like English Springer Spaniels, Redbone Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Rhva-Stray-Rh1325 is a Male Redbone Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Redbone Coonhounds like Rhva-Stray-Rh1325 that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Tucker is the name of another English Springer Spaniel (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

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

    English Springer Spaniels and Redbone Coonhounds are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more English Springer Spaniels and Redbone Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the English Springer Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Redbone Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the English Springer Spaniel is 27 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Redbone Coonhound is 141 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of English Springer Spaniel

    Popularity of English Springer Spaniel

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Year English Springer Spaniel Popularity Rank Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank
    2013 28 133
    2014 28 148
    2015 27 139
    2016 26 143
    2017 27 139
    2018 27 142
    2019 27 143
    2020 26 146

    Tolerates Being Alone: English Springer Spaniel versus Redbone Coonhound

    English Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do English Springer Spaniels shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    English Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the English Springer Spaniel or the Redbone Coonhound

    English Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the English Springer Spaniel or the Redbone Coonhound?

    English Springer Spaniels require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the English Springer Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?

    English Springer Spaniels 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.

    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 English Springer Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    English Springer Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can English Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    English Springer Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: English Springer Spaniel vs. Redbone Coonhound

    English Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can English Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    English Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Springer Spaniel or the Redbone Coonhound?

    English Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are English Springer Spaniels good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    English Springer Spaniels 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 English Springer Spaniels and Redbone Coonhounds?

    English Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the English Springer Spaniel Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    English Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the English Springer Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    English Springer Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Springer Spaniel or the Redbone Coonhound?

    English Springer Spaniels 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 English Springer Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel:

  • Australian Shepherd (81 percent match with English Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Australian Shepherd.
  • Field Spaniel (84 percent match with English Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Field Spaniel.
  • Wirehaired Pointing Griffon (82 percent match with English Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.
  • 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 English Springer Spaniel vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    English Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Springer Spaniel versus Yorkshire Terrier     English Springer Spaniel versus Toy Poodle     English Springer Spaniel versus Pomchi     English Springer Spaniel versus Biewer Terrier     English Springer Spaniel versus Yorkshire Terrier     English Springer Spaniel versus Akita Chow     English Springer Spaniel versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     English Springer Spaniel versus Bearded Collie     English Springer Spaniel versus Irish Water Spaniel     English Springer Spaniel versus Dogo Argentino     English Springer Spaniel versus Airedale Terrier     English Springer Spaniel versus Catahoula Bulldog     English Springer Spaniel versus Giant Schnauzer     English Springer Spaniel versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     English Springer Spaniel versus Lakeland Terrier     English Springer Spaniel versus Airedale Terrier     English Springer Spaniel versus Whippet     English Springer Spaniel versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     English Springer Spaniel versus Saluki     English Springer Spaniel versus Sealyham Terrier     English Springer Spaniel versus Clumber Spaniel     English Springer Spaniel versus Pyrenean Mastiff     English Springer Spaniel versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     English Springer Spaniel versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     English Springer Spaniel versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Shiloh Shepherd     Redbone Coonhound versus Bloodhound     Redbone Coonhound versus Bedlington Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Bolognese     Redbone Coonhound versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Chorkie     Redbone Coonhound versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Lowchen     Redbone Coonhound versus Border Collie     Redbone Coonhound versus Bulldog     Redbone Coonhound versus Komondor     Redbone Coonhound versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Pharaoh Hound     Redbone Coonhound versus Finnish Lapphund     Redbone Coonhound versus Siberian Husky     Redbone Coonhound versus Stabyhoun     Redbone Coonhound versus French Bulldog     Redbone Coonhound versus Lakeland Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Lhasapoo     Redbone Coonhound versus Chorkie     Redbone Coonhound versus Pug     Redbone Coonhound versus Standard Poodle     Redbone Coonhound versus Pug     Redbone Coonhound versus Silky Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Papipoo     

    Conclusion: English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.