Breed Comparison: Lakeland Terrier Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound

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Lakeland Terrier Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terrier and for the Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Lakeland Terrier or the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

Lakeland Terrier versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Lakeland Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Treeing Walker Coonhound is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Lakeland Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

On the other hand, the Treeing Walker 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.

Lakeland Terrier versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Lakeland Terrier to the Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound

Factor Lakeland Terrier Treeing Walker Coonhound
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 13 years
Height 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 15 to 17 pounds 45 to 80 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1810 $620
Price Range $1600 – $2325 $300 – $850
Temperament Score 75.0 percent 62.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 142 127

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lakeland Terrier 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 Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terrier is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 66 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lakeland Terrier is a better pet than the Treeing Walker Coonhound. So, you should get the Lakeland Terrier!

    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 Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most different:

  • Lakeland Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
  • Lakeland Terriers adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • The Similarities Between the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    The Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most similar:

  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are not easy to train.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very playful.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Lakeland Terrier versus Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

    Lakeland Terriers weigh 15 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Lakeland Terriers are 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Treeing Walker Coonhounds weigh 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Walker Coonhounds are 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Lakeland Terrier versus Treeing Walker Coonhound

    The lifespan of Lakeland Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lakeland Terriers is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is 12.5 years.

    Lakeland Terriers live longer than Treeing Walker Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus the Lakeland Terrier

    The Lakeland Terrier has a better temperament than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

    This is because the temperament score for the Lakeland Terrier is 75.0 percent while the temperament score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 62.5 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 75.0 percent, the Lakeland Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 62.5 percent, the Treeing Walker Coonhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 8 Lakeland Terriers and 8 Treeing Walker Coonhounds.

    Price of Lakeland Terrier versus Price of Treeing Walker Coonhound

    The average price of the Lakeland Terrier puppy is $1810. The price of the Lakeland Terrier typically ranges from $1600 – $2325. However, the price of a Lakeland Terrier can be as low as $1000 and as high as $2550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 11 Lakeland Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy is $620. The price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound typically ranges from $300 – $850. However, the price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound can be as low as $250 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 20 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Lakeland Terrier is more expensive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

    Lakeland Terrier Treeing Walker Coonhound
    Average Price $1810 $620
    Price Range $1600 to $2325 $300 to $850

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Lakeland Terrier and Treeing Walker Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Lakeland Terrier puppies or how many Treeing Walker Coonhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Lakeland Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Lakeland Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Treeing Walker Coonhounds

    A breakdown of the prices of Treeing Walker Coonhounds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Lakeland Terrier puppy or the Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terrier versus Adopting the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Lakeland Terriers and many Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terrier named Boo And Bean that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Lakeland Terriers like Boo And Bean on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Lakeland Terriers, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Ricky is a Male Treeing Walker Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Treeing Walker Coonhounds like Ricky that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Cash is the name of another Lakeland Terrier (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Boone is an adorable Male Treeing Walker Coonhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Lakeland Terriers and Treeing Walker Coonhounds are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Lakeland Terriers and Treeing Walker Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Lakeland Terrier versus Popularity of Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Treeing Walker Coonhound is more popular with dog owners than the Lakeland Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 127 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Lakeland Terrier is 142 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Lakeland Terrier

    Popularity of Lakeland Terrier

    Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Year Lakeland Terrier Popularity Rank Treeing Walker Coonhound Popularity Rank
    2013 134 101
    2014 149 112
    2015 141 117
    2016 145 137
    2017 138 131
    2018 147 137
    2019 148 129
    2020 136 153

    Tolerates Being Alone: Lakeland Terrier versus Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Lakeland Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Lakeland Terriers shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

    Lakeland Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Lakeland Terrier or the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Lakeland Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Lakeland Terrier or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

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

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Lakeland Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Lakeland Terriers 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.

    Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

    Lakeland Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Lakeland Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Lakeland Terrier vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Lakeland Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Lakeland Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lakeland Terrier or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Lakeland Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Lakeland Terriers good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

    Lakeland Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Lakeland Terriers and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

    Lakeland Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Lakeland Terrier Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Lakeland Terriers are not easy to train.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not easy to train.

    Is the Lakeland Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Lakeland Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lakeland Terrier or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Lakeland Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lakeland Terrier

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

  • Irish Terrier (79 percent match with Lakeland Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Irish Terrier.
  • Barbet (80 percent match with Lakeland Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Barbet.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound:

  • Black Mouth Cur (84 percent match with Treeing Walker Coonhound). Here is our comparison of the Lakeland Terrier vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Bluetick Coonhound (83 percent match with Treeing Walker Coonhound). Here is our comparison of the Lakeland Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Lakeland Terrier and how the Treeing Walker Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Lakeland Terrier and of the Treeing Walker Coonhound to other breeds:

    Lakeland Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lakeland Terrier versus Bich Poo     Lakeland Terrier versus Canaan Dog     Lakeland Terrier versus Affenhuahua     Lakeland Terrier versus Kuvasz     Lakeland Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog     Lakeland Terrier versus Sloughi     Lakeland Terrier versus Goldendoodle     Lakeland Terrier versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Lakeland Terrier versus Affenhuahua     Lakeland Terrier versus Manchester Terrier     Lakeland Terrier versus Goldador     Lakeland Terrier versus Shiloh Shepherd     Lakeland Terrier versus King Shepherd     Lakeland Terrier versus Labrador Retriever     Lakeland Terrier versus Toy Fox Terrier     Lakeland Terrier versus Rottweiler     Lakeland Terrier versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Lakeland Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier     Lakeland Terrier versus Border Terrier     Lakeland Terrier versus Standard Schnauzer     Lakeland Terrier versus Shihpoo     Lakeland Terrier versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Lakeland Terrier versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Lakeland Terrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Lakeland Terrier versus Pomchi     

    Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Mountain Cur     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Dogo Argentino     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Dutch Shepherd     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Chihuahua     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus American Eskimo Dog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Pug     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Bolognese     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Dogo Argentino     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Finnish Spitz     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus American Foxhound     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus German Shepherd Dog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Sloughi     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus German Pinscher     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Portuguese Pointer     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Saluki     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Border Collie     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Great Dane     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Tibetan Terrier     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Maremma Sheepdog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Stabyhoun     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Lowchen     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus King Shepherd     

    Conclusion: Lakeland Terrier versus Treeing Walker 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 Lakeland Terrier and the Treeing Walker Coonhound better suits you and your family.