Differences and Similarities between the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi.

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Redbone Coonhound Versus Sloughi: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi 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 Redbone Coonhound and for the Sloughi. 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 Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi.

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

Redbone Coonhound versus Sloughi: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi are Hound Dogs. This means both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi 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.

Redbone Coonhound versus Sloughi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Redbone Coonhound to the Sloughi 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 Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi

Factor Redbone Coonhound Sloughi
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 16 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 70 pounds 40 to 63 pounds
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $530 No Data
Price Range $300 – $600 No Data
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Exam by a veterinarian with Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Specialty of Cardiology
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination by a board certified ACVO Ophthalmologist- minimum age 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
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    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 141 189

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Redbone Coonhound 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 Sloughi. 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 Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sloughi is 79 out of 125.

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

    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 Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi

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

  • Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool. However, Sloughis do not have the tendency to drool.

    • The Similarities Between the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi

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

  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi 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 Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Redbone Coonhound versus Sloughi

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

    Redbone Coonhounds weigh 45 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Redbone Coonhounds are 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Sloughis weigh 40 to 63 pounds when fully grown. Sloughis are 24 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Redbone Coonhound versus Sloughi

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

    The lifespan of Sloughis is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Sloughis is 14.0 years.

    Sloughis live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Redbone Coonhound Versus the Sloughi

    The Redbone Coonhound has the same temperament score as the Sloughi.

    This is because the temperament score for the Redbone Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Sloughi is 100.0 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 100.0 percent, the Redbone Coonhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

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

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi by measuring the temperaments of 5 Redbone Coonhounds and 3 Sloughis.

    The Popularity of Redbone Coonhound versus Popularity of Sloughi

    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 Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Redbone Coonhound is more popular with dog owners than the Sloughi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Redbone Coonhound is 141 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Sloughi is 189 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Sloughi

    Popularity of Sloughi

    Year Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank Sloughi Popularity Rank
    2013 133 no data
    2014 148 no data
    2015 139 no data
    2016 143 185.0
    2017 139 188.0
    2018 142 192.0
    2019 143 191.0
    2020 146 189.0

    Tolerates Being Alone: Redbone Coonhound versus Sloughi

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Sloughis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Redbone Coonhounds shed more than Sloughis?

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

    Sloughis shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Redbone Coonhound or the Sloughi

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Sloughis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Redbone Coonhound or the Sloughi?

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Sloughis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Redbone Coonhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sloughi?

    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.

    Sloughis 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 Redbone Coonhounds Bark and Howl? What about Sloughis?

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

    Sloughis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sloughis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Sloughis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Redbone Coonhound vs. Sloughi

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

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

    Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sloughis Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Sloughis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Redbone Coonhound or the Sloughi?

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Sloughis get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Redbone Coonhounds good family dogs? What about Sloughis?

    Redbone Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Sloughis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Redbone Coonhounds and Sloughis?

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

    Sloughis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Redbone Coonhound Easier to Train than the Sloughi?

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Sloughis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Redbone Coonhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Sloughi?

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Sloughis adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Redbone Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Sloughis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    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 Sloughi vs Bluetick Coonhound.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sloughi

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

  • Bracco Italiano (78 percent match with Sloughi). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Ibizan Hound (79 percent match with Sloughi). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Ibizan Hound.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Sloughi Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Redbone Coonhound versus Sloughi. 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 Redbone Coonhound and the Sloughi better suits you and your family.