A Detailed Comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound.

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Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction

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

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

Pyrenean Mastiff versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pyrenean Mastiff is a giant-sized dog while the Redbone Coonhound is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Pyrenean Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

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.

Pyrenean Mastiff versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound

Factor Pyrenean Mastiff Redbone Coonhound
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 10 to 12 years
Weight 130 to 200 pounds 45 to 70 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Height 24 to 31 inches 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

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

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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound

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

  • Pyrenean Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Redbone Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    • The Similarities Between the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound

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

  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Redbone Coonhound have a very high tendency to drool.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Pyrenean Mastiff versus Redbone Coonhound

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs weigh 130 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Mastiffs are 24 to 31 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 Pyrenean Mastiff versus Redbone Coonhound

    The lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is 11.5 years.

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pyrenean Mastiff versus Redbone Coonhound

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Pyrenean Mastiffs shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Pyrenean Mastiff or the Redbone Coonhound

    Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Pyrenean Mastiff or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Pyrenean Mastiff Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiffs Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pyrenean Mastiff vs. Redbone Coonhound

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or the Redbone Coonhound?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Pyrenean Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiffs and Redbone Coonhounds?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Pyrenean Mastiff Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Pyrenean Mastiff Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Central Asian Shepherd Dog (74 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
  • Estrela Mountain Dog (75 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog.
  • Spanish Mastiff (72 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Spanish Mastiff.

    • 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 Pyrenean Mastiff vs Bluetick Coonhound.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Akita Chow     Redbone Coonhound versus Clumber Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Patterdale Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Akbash     Redbone Coonhound versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Redbone Coonhound versus Harrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Great Pyrenees     Redbone Coonhound versus Spinone Italiano     Redbone Coonhound versus Irish Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Irish Water Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Irish Wolfhound     Redbone Coonhound versus Akita     Redbone Coonhound versus Boerboel     Redbone Coonhound versus Cane Corso     Redbone Coonhound versus Berger Picard     Redbone Coonhound versus Weimaraner     Redbone Coonhound versus Bull Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Jack Russell Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Redbone Coonhound versus Whoodle     Redbone Coonhound versus Silky Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Beaglier     Redbone Coonhound versus Spinone Italiano     Redbone Coonhound versus English Springer Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus American Hairless Terrier     

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