Breed Comparison: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Versus Redbone Coonhound

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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Redbone Coonhound.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are similar in size. The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound

Factor Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Redbone Coonhound
Does NOT Drool 5/5 2/5
Height 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 9 inches tall at the s 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Weight 35 to 50 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $300 – $600
Average Price No Data $530
Temperament Score 78.9 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 91 141

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a better pet than the Redbone Coonhound. So, you should get the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever!

    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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:

  • Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers do not have the tendency to drool. However, Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
  • The Similarities Between the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound

    The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are most similar:

  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are very easy to train.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Redbone Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers weigh 35 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 9 inches tall at the s 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Redbone Coonhound

    The lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 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.

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Redbone Coonhound Versus the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    The Redbone Coonhound has a better temperament than the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.

    This is because the temperament score for the Redbone Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is 78.9 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 78.9 percent, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Redbone Coonhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 38 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers and 5 Redbone Coonhounds.

    The Popularity of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Popularity of Redbone 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is more popular with dog owners than the Redbone Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is 91 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Redbone Coonhound is 141 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Popularity of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Year Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Popularity Rank Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank
    2013 97 133
    2014 99 148
    2015 99 139
    2016 87 143
    2017 89 139
    2018 83 142
    2019 86 143
    2020 90 146

    Tolerates Being Alone: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever versus Redbone Coonhound

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Redbone Coonhound

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs. Redbone Coonhound

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Redbone Coonhounds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers and Redbone Coonhounds?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever:

  • Cairn Terrier (81 percent match with Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Cairn Terrier.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (79 percent match with Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and how the Redbone Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and of the Redbone Coonhound to other breeds:

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.