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- Puggle Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction
- Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview
- Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound
- The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound
- Lifespan of Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound
- Price of Puggle versus Price of Redbone Coonhound
- Adopting the Puggle versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound
- Do Puggles shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?
- Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Redbone Coonhound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Redbone Coonhound?
- Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?
- Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
- Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Redbone Coonhound
- Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Redbone Coonhound?
- Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Redbone Coonhounds?
- Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Redbone Coonhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Puggle Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Puggle 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 Puggle 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 Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle 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 Puggle 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 Puggle 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 Puggle or the Redbone Coonhound.
Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Puggle is a small-sized dog while the Redbone Coonhound is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
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.
Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Puggle 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 Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound
| Factor | Puggle | Redbone Coonhound |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds | 45 to 70 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1330 | $530 |
| Price Range | $995 – $1400 | $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 Puggle 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 Puggle 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 Puggle is a better pet than the Redbone Coonhound. So, you should get the Puggle!
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 Puggle 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 Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound
Below is a list of where the Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound
The Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound.
Puggles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Puggles are 13 to 15 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 Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Redbone Coonhounds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Redbone Coonhounds is 11.0 years.
Puggles live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.
Price of Puggle versus Price of Redbone Coonhound
The average price of the Puggle puppy is $1330. The price of the Puggle typically ranges from $995 – $1400. However, the price of a Puggle can be as low as $400 and as high as $5125. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 145 Puggle 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 Puggle is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.
| Puggle | Redbone Coonhound | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1330 | $530 |
| Price Range | $995 to $1400 | $300 to $600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Redbone Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Redbone Coonhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Puggles. 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 Puggle 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 Puggle versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Puggles 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 Puggle named Choco Taco & Roxy that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Puggles like Choco Taco & Roxy on pefinder.com.
Also, like Puggles, 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.
5820 Oliver is the name of another Puggle (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 Puggles and Redbone Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Puggles shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?
Puggles shed moderately.
Redbone Coonhounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Redbone Coonhound
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Redbone Coonhound?
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?
Puggles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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 Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
Puggles 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 Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Redbone Coonhound
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Redbone Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Puggles 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 Puggle or the Redbone Coonhound?
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
Puggles 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 Puggles and Redbone Coonhounds?
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Redbone Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?
Puggles are not easy to train.
Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.
Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Redbone Coonhound?
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Redbone Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Puggle 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 Puggle:
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 Puggle and how the Redbone Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Puggle and of the Redbone Coonhound to other breeds:
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Shetland Sheepdog Puggle versus Lancashire Heeler Puggle versus Barbet Puggle versus Mudi Puggle versus Chinook Puggle versus Afador Puggle versus American Staffordshire Terrier Puggle versus Lowchen Puggle versus Pyrenean Mastiff Puggle versus Shihpoo Puggle versus French Bulldog Puggle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Puggle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Puggle versus American Eskimo Dog Puggle versus Peek A Poo Puggle versus Sheepadoodle Puggle versus Dogue de Bordeaux Puggle versus Estrela Mountain Dog Puggle versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Puggle versus Bich Poo Puggle versus Goldador Puggle versus Brussels Griffon Puggle versus Sussex Spaniel Puggle versus Clumber Spaniel Puggle versus Bull Terrier
Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Redbone Coonhound versus Collie Redbone Coonhound versus Maltese Redbone Coonhound versus Chinese Shar-Pei Redbone Coonhound versus Lancashire Heeler Redbone Coonhound versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Redbone Coonhound versus Shih Tzu Redbone Coonhound versus Goldador Redbone Coonhound versus Pomeranian Redbone Coonhound versus Miniature Schnauzer Redbone Coonhound versus Bracco Italiano Redbone Coonhound versus Cockalier Redbone Coonhound versus Cavapoo Redbone Coonhound versus Karelian Bear Dog Redbone Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Redbone Coonhound versus Norwegian Buhund Redbone Coonhound versus Bernese Mountain Dog Redbone Coonhound versus Shih Tzu Redbone Coonhound versus Irish Water Spaniel Redbone Coonhound versus Briard Redbone Coonhound versus American Eskimo Dog Redbone Coonhound versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Redbone Coonhound versus Biewer Terrier Redbone Coonhound versus Lowchen Redbone Coonhound versus American Pit Bull Terrier Redbone Coonhound versus Sloughi
Conclusion: Puggle 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 Puggle and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.