Which is Better between the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound? A Very Detailed Review.

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Field Spaniel Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

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

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

Field Spaniel versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Field Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Redbone Coonhound is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Field 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.

Field Spaniel versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Field 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.

Factor Field 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, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
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
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Weight 37 to 45 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $4640 $530
Price Range $2900 – $5000 $300 – $600
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- recommend testing at 2, 4, 6, and 8 years of age.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 147 141

    *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 Field 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 a Field Spaniel is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

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

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

  • Field Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Redbone Coonhounds adapt well to apartment living.
  • Field Spaniels do not have the tendency to drool. However, Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    • The Similarities Between the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound

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

  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Field 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 Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Field Spaniel versus Redbone Coonhound

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

    Field Spaniels weigh 37 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Field Spaniels are 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s 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 Field Spaniel versus Price of Redbone Coonhound

    The average price of the Field Spaniel puppy is $4640. The price of the Field Spaniel typically ranges from $2900 – $5000. However, the price of a Field Spaniel can be as low as $1800 and as high as $10000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 5 Field 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 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 Field Spaniel is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.

    Field Spaniel Redbone Coonhound
    Average Price $4640 $530
    Price Range $2900 to $5000 $300 to $600

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Field 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 Field 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 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.

    The Popularity of Field 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 Field Spaniel and the Redbone Coonhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Redbone Coonhound is more popular with dog owners than the Field Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Redbone Coonhound is 141 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Field Spaniel is 147 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Field Spaniel

    Popularity of Field Spaniel

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Year Field Spaniel Popularity Rank Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank
    2013 140 133
    2014 137 148
    2015 145 139
    2016 147 143
    2017 145 139
    2018 149 142
    2019 153 143
    2020 160 146

    Is the Field Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Field Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Field Spaniel versus Redbone Coonhound

    Field Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Which one drools more, the Field Spaniel or the Redbone Coonhound

    Field Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Do Field Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Field Spaniels 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.

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

    Field Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

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

    Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Field Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Do Field Spaniels shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    Field Spaniels shed moderately.

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

    Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Field 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 Field Spaniel or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Field Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Field Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

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

    Field 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.

    Are Field Spaniels good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Field 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 Field Spaniels and Redbone Coonhounds?

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

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

    Is the Field Spaniel Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Field Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Field Spaniel vs. Redbone Coonhound

    Field 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.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Field Spaniel

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

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (83 percent match with Field Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • English Springer Spaniel (84 percent match with Field Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs English Springer Spaniel.

    • 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 Field Spaniel vs Bluetick Coonhound.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Field Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Field Spaniel versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Field Spaniel versus Lancashire Heeler     Field Spaniel versus Pyredoodle     Field Spaniel versus Barbet     Field Spaniel versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Field Spaniel versus Biewer Terrier     Field Spaniel versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Field Spaniel versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Field Spaniel versus Affenpinscher     Field Spaniel versus Basset Hound     

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Cane Corso     Redbone Coonhound versus Japanese Spitz     Redbone Coonhound versus Saint Bernard     Redbone Coonhound versus Miniature Schnauzer     Redbone Coonhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Redbone Coonhound versus Miniature Poodle     Redbone Coonhound versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Redbone Coonhound versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Redbone Coonhound versus Frenchton     Redbone Coonhound versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     

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