Is the Kishu Ken Better than the Redbone Coonhound as a Pet? Answer…

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Kishu Ken Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken or the Redbone Coonhound.

Kishu Ken versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

Both the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound are similar in size. The Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Kishu Ken 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.

Kishu Ken versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound

Factor Kishu Ken Redbone Coonhound
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 2/5
Height 17 to 22 inches 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Life Span 9 to 13 years 10 to 12 years
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $300 – $600
Average Price No Data $530
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 Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

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

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 Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound

Below is a list of where the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:

  • Kishu Kens 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.
  • Kishu Kens 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.
  • Kishu Kens not very playful. However, Redbone Coonhounds are very playful.

    • The Similarities Between the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound

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

  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound are very easy to train.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound are highly intelligent.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Kishu Ken versus Redbone Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound.

    Kishu Kens weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Kishu Kens are 17 to 22 inches 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 Kishu Ken versus Redbone Coonhound

    The lifespan of Kishu Kens is between 9 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Kishu Kens is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Redbone Coonhounds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Redbone Coonhounds is 11.0 years.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kishu Ken versus Redbone Coonhound

    Kishu Kens can be left alone only for a short time.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kishu Kens shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    Kishu Kens 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 Kishu Ken or the Redbone Coonhound

    Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kishu Ken or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Kishu Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kishu Kens 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 Kishu Kens Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Kishu Kens 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.

    Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kishu Ken vs. Redbone Coonhound

    Kishu Kens 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.

    Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Kishu Kens 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 Kishu Ken or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Kishu Kens good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Kishu Kens are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Kishu Kens and Redbone Coonhounds?

    Kishu Kens get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Kishu Ken Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kishu Kens are very easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Kishu Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kishu Ken or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kishu Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kishu Ken

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken:

  • Alaskan Klee Kai (76 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Alaskan Klee Kai.
  • Dutch Shepherd (78 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Dutch Shepherd.
  • Kai Ken (79 percent match with Kishu Ken). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Kai Ken.

    • 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 Kishu Ken vs Bluetick Coonhound.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kishu Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kishu Ken versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Kishu Ken versus Japanese Spitz     Kishu Ken versus Aussiedoodle     Kishu Ken versus Brittany     Kishu Ken versus Ibizan Hound     Kishu Ken versus Cocker Spaniel     Kishu Ken versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Kishu Ken versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Kishu Ken versus Dogo Argentino     Kishu Ken versus Lhasa Apso     Kishu Ken versus Australian Shepherd     Kishu Ken versus Schnoodle     Kishu Ken versus Yorkshire Terrier     Kishu Ken versus Cockalier     Kishu Ken versus Gordon Setter     Kishu Ken versus Pointer     Kishu Ken versus Weimaraner     Kishu Ken versus Bullmastiff     Kishu Ken versus Samoyed     Kishu Ken versus Mountain Cur     Kishu Ken versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Kishu Ken versus Pomeranian     Kishu Ken versus Redbone Coonhound     Kishu Ken versus Morkie     Kishu Ken versus Briard     

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Australian Kelpie     Redbone Coonhound versus Pomeranian     Redbone Coonhound versus Schipperke     Redbone Coonhound versus Norwegian Lundehund     Redbone Coonhound versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Miniature Poodle     Redbone Coonhound versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Redbone Coonhound versus Goldendoodle     Redbone Coonhound versus Spanish Mastiff     Redbone Coonhound versus American Water Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Westiepoo     Redbone Coonhound versus Pug     Redbone Coonhound versus West Highland White Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Lhasapoo     Redbone Coonhound versus Afghan Hound     Redbone Coonhound versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Redbone Coonhound versus Portuguese Water Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Bracco Italiano     Redbone Coonhound versus Japanese Spitz     Redbone Coonhound versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Redbone Coonhound versus Bullmastiff     Redbone Coonhound versus Akita Chow     Redbone Coonhound versus Hovawart     Redbone Coonhound versus Afghan Hound     

    Conclusion: Kishu Ken 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 Kishu Ken and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.