Breed Comparison: Kooikerhondje Versus Redbone Coonhound

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Kooikerhondje Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

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

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

Kooikerhondje versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Kooikerhondje 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.

Kooikerhondje versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound

Factor Kooikerhondje Redbone Coonhound
Does NOT Drool 5/5 2/5
Easy To Train 1/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Height 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Weight 20 to 25 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

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

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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound

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

  • Kooikerhondjes do not have the tendency to drool. However, Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Redbone Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    • The Similarities Between the Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound

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

  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound are very playful.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Redbone Coonhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Kooikerhondje versus Redbone Coonhound

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

    Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 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 Kooikerhondje versus Redbone Coonhound

    The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

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

    Kooikerhondjes live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kooikerhondje versus Redbone Coonhound

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kooikerhondjes shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Kooikerhondje or the Redbone Coonhound

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kooikerhondje or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Kooikerhondje Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Kooikerhondjes Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kooikerhondje vs. Redbone Coonhound

    Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondje or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Kooikerhondjes good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondjes and Redbone Coonhounds?

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Kooikerhondje Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Kooikerhondje Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondje

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

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Lhasapoo.

    • 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 Kooikerhondje vs Bluetick Coonhound.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kooikerhondje versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Xoloitzcuintli     Kooikerhondje versus Bloodhound     Kooikerhondje versus Boxerdoodle     Kooikerhondje versus Maremma Sheepdog     Kooikerhondje versus Pekingese     Kooikerhondje versus Bedlington Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Mudi     Kooikerhondje versus Labrador Retriever     Kooikerhondje versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Kooikerhondje versus King Shepherd     Kooikerhondje versus Dachshund     Kooikerhondje versus Mudi     Kooikerhondje versus Irish Setter     Kooikerhondje versus Cane Corso     Kooikerhondje versus Newfoundland     Kooikerhondje versus French Spaniel     Kooikerhondje versus Mudi     Kooikerhondje versus Goldendoodle     Kooikerhondje versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Kooikerhondje versus Berger Picard     Kooikerhondje versus Bloodhound     Kooikerhondje versus Redbone Coonhound     Kooikerhondje versus Finnish Spitz     Kooikerhondje versus Saluki     

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Bouvier des Flandres     Redbone Coonhound versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Redbone Coonhound versus Afghan Hound     Redbone Coonhound versus Lakeland Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Black Mouth Cur     Redbone Coonhound versus Spanish Mastiff     Redbone Coonhound versus Australian Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Spinone Italiano     Redbone Coonhound versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Redbone Coonhound versus Cockapoo     Redbone Coonhound versus Irish Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Golden Retriever     Redbone Coonhound versus Bluetick Coonhound     Redbone Coonhound versus Whippet     Redbone Coonhound versus Manchester Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Samoyed     Redbone Coonhound versus Papillon     Redbone Coonhound versus Boerboel     Redbone Coonhound versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Affenpinscher     Redbone Coonhound versus Valley Bulldog     Redbone Coonhound versus German Pinscher     Redbone Coonhound versus Chinese Crested     Redbone Coonhound versus Bolognese     Redbone Coonhound versus Beaglier     

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