Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Morkie Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction
- Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview
- Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound
- The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound
- Lifespan of Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound
- Price of Morkie versus Price of Redbone Coonhound
- Adopting the Morkie versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound
- Do Morkies shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?
- Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Redbone Coonhound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Redbone Coonhound?
- Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?
- Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
- Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Redbone Coonhound
- Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Redbone Coonhound?
- Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Redbone Coonhounds?
- Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Redbone Coonhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Morkie Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Morkie 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 Morkie 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 Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Morkie 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 Morkie 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 Morkie 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 Morkie or the Redbone Coonhound.
Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Morkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Redbone Coonhound is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
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.
Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Morkie 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 Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound
| Factor | Morkie | Redbone Coonhound |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 4 to 8 inches | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 45 to 70 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1950 | $530 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2381 | $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 Morkie 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 Morkie is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Morkie is a better pet than the Redbone Coonhound. So, you should get the Morkie!
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 Morkie 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 Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound
Below is a list of where the Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound
The Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound.
Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 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 Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Redbone Coonhounds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Redbone Coonhounds is 11.0 years.
Morkies live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.
Price of Morkie versus Price of Redbone Coonhound
The average price of the Morkie puppy is $1950. The price of the Morkie typically ranges from $1500 – $2381. However, the price of a Morkie can be as low as $500 and as high as $4125. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 388 Morkie 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 Morkie is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.
| Morkie | Redbone Coonhound | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1950 | $530 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2381 | $300 to $600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Morkie and Redbone Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Morkie puppies or how many Redbone Coonhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Morkies. 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 Morkie 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 Morkie versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Morkies 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 Morkie named Boone that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Morkies like Boone on pefinder.com.
Also, like Morkies, 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.
Gundy is the name of another Morkie (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Sea is an adorable Male Redbone Coonhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Morkies and Redbone Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Morkies shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?
Morkies 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 Morkie or the Redbone Coonhound
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Redbone Coonhound?
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?
Morkies 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 Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Redbone Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Redbone Coonhound
Morkies 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 Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Morkies 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 Morkie or the Redbone Coonhound?
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
Morkies 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 Morkies and Redbone Coonhounds?
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Redbone Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.
Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Morkie or the Redbone Coonhound?
Morkies 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 Morkie
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Morkie 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 Morkie:
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 Morkie and how the Redbone Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Morkie and of the Redbone Coonhound to other breeds:
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus American Bulldog Morkie versus Toy Poodle Morkie versus Plott Morkie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Morkie versus Carolina Dog Morkie versus American Hairless Terrier Morkie versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Morkie versus Barbet Morkie versus Bernese Mountain Dog Morkie versus Spinone Italiano Morkie versus Skye Terrier Morkie versus Manchester Terrier Morkie versus Alaskan Malamute Morkie versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Morkie versus Lhasapoo Morkie versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Morkie versus Maremma Sheepdog Morkie versus German Shepherd Dog Morkie versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Morkie versus Lhasapoo Morkie versus Beaglier Morkie versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Morkie versus Cocker Spaniel Morkie versus Shiloh Shepherd
Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Redbone Coonhound versus Boxer Redbone Coonhound versus American Pit Bull Terrier Redbone Coonhound versus Neapolitan Mastiff Redbone Coonhound versus Mountain Cur Redbone Coonhound versus Yorkshire Terrier Redbone Coonhound versus French Bulldog Redbone Coonhound versus Irish Terrier Redbone Coonhound versus Black Mouth Cur Redbone Coonhound versus Cairn Terrier Redbone Coonhound versus Australian Shepherd Redbone Coonhound versus English Cocker Spaniel Redbone Coonhound versus Papipoo Redbone Coonhound versus Norwich Terrier Redbone Coonhound versus Doberman Pinscher Redbone Coonhound versus American Water Spaniel Redbone Coonhound versus Bulldog Redbone Coonhound versus Shiranian Redbone Coonhound versus Cocker Spaniel Redbone Coonhound versus Irish Setter Redbone Coonhound versus Chorkie Redbone Coonhound versus Canaan Dog Redbone Coonhound versus Karelian Bear Dog Redbone Coonhound versus Afador Redbone Coonhound versus Bolognese Redbone Coonhound versus Lagotto Romagnolo
Conclusion: Morkie 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 Morkie and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.