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- Goldendoodle Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction
- Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview
- Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound
- The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound
- Lifespan of Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound
- Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Redbone Coonhound
- Adopting the Goldendoodle versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound
- Do Goldendoodles shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?
- Which one drools more, the Goldendoodle or the Redbone Coonhound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Redbone Coonhound?
- Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?
- Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Redbone Coonhound
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldendoodle or the Redbone Coonhound?
- Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Goldendoodles and Redbone Coonhounds?
- Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Redbone Coonhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Goldendoodle Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle or the Redbone Coonhound.
Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Goldendoodle is a large-sized dog while the Redbone Coonhound is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Goldendoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
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.
Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound
| Factor | Goldendoodle | Redbone Coonhound |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 90 pounds | 45 to 70 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2170 | $530 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2500 | $300 – $600 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle is 90 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldendoodle is a better pet than the Redbone Coonhound. So, you should get the Goldendoodle!
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 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound
Below is a list of where the Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound
The Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound.
Goldendoodles weigh 50 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Goldendoodles are 20 to 24 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.
Lifespan of Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound
The lifespan of Goldendoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldendoodles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Redbone Coonhounds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Redbone Coonhounds is 11.0 years.
Goldendoodles live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.
Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Redbone Coonhound
The average price of the Goldendoodle puppy is $2170. The price of the Goldendoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Goldendoodle can be as low as $300 and as high as $32500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 4239 Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.
| Goldendoodle | Redbone Coonhound | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2170 | $530 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2500 | $300 to $600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldendoodle and Redbone Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldendoodle puppies or how many Redbone Coonhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Redbone Coonhounds?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodle named Otto that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Goldendoodles like Otto on pefinder.com.
Also, like Goldendoodles, Redbone Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Red is a Male Redbone Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Redbone Coonhounds like Red that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Wrigley is the name of another Goldendoodle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Copper is an adorable Male Redbone Coonhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Goldendoodles and Redbone Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound
Goldendoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Goldendoodles shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?
Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodle or the Redbone Coonhound
Goldendoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Redbone Coonhound?
Goldendoodles are very easy to groom.
Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?
Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
Goldendoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Redbone Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Goldendoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Redbone Coonhound
Goldendoodles 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.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Goldendoodles 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.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldendoodle or the Redbone Coonhound?
Goldendoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
Goldendoodles 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 Goldendoodles and Redbone Coonhounds?
Goldendoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Redbone Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?
Goldendoodles are very easy to train.
Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.
Is the Goldendoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?
Goldendoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Goldendoodle or the Redbone Coonhound?
Goldendoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Redbone Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Goldendoodle and how the Redbone Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Goldendoodle and of the Redbone Coonhound to other breeds:
Goldendoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldendoodle versus Bearded Collie Goldendoodle versus German Wirehaired Pointer Goldendoodle versus Chi-Poo Goldendoodle versus Boston Terrier Goldendoodle versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Goldendoodle versus Toy Fox Terrier Goldendoodle versus Great Dane Goldendoodle versus Patterdale Terrier Goldendoodle versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Goldendoodle versus Australian Terrier Goldendoodle versus German Wirehaired Pointer Goldendoodle versus Border Collie Goldendoodle versus West Highland White Terrier Goldendoodle versus Golden Cocker Retriever Goldendoodle versus English Cocker Spaniel Goldendoodle versus American Pit Bull Terrier Goldendoodle versus Basset Hound Goldendoodle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Goldendoodle versus Bracco Italiano Goldendoodle versus King Shepherd Goldendoodle versus Saint Bernard Goldendoodle versus Mudi Goldendoodle versus Bernese Mountain Dog Goldendoodle versus Shichon Goldendoodle versus Alaskan Malamute
Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Redbone Coonhound versus Basenji Redbone Coonhound versus Goldendoodle Redbone Coonhound versus Berger Picard Redbone Coonhound versus Maltipoo Redbone Coonhound versus Collie Redbone Coonhound versus American Pit Bull Terrier Redbone Coonhound versus Korean Jindo Dog Redbone Coonhound versus Chi-Poo Redbone Coonhound versus Sheepadoodle Redbone Coonhound versus Bulldog Redbone Coonhound versus Chinese Shar-Pei Redbone Coonhound versus Pekingese Redbone Coonhound versus Havanese Redbone Coonhound versus Golden Cocker Retriever Redbone Coonhound versus Portuguese Pointer Redbone Coonhound versus Catahoula Bulldog Redbone Coonhound versus Toy Poodle Redbone Coonhound versus Akita Chow Redbone Coonhound versus Cavapoo Redbone Coonhound versus Dogo Argentino Redbone Coonhound versus Kishu Ken Redbone Coonhound versus Toy Poodle Redbone Coonhound versus Chinese Shar-Pei Redbone Coonhound versus Black Russian Terrier Redbone Coonhound versus Beaglier
Conclusion: Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.