A Detailed Comparison of the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

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Redbone Coonhound Versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier. 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

Redbone Coonhound versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Redbone Coonhound is a medium-sized dog while the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Redbone Coonhound versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Redbone Coonhound to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Factor Redbone Coonhound Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 70 pounds 24 to 38 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 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $530 $1890
Price Range $300 – $600 $1000 – $2425
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 90.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – min age 1 year
  • Hereditary Cataracts DNA Test
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • L2HGA DNA Test
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 141 80

    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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier. 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 75 out of 125.

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

    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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are most different:

  • Redbone Coonhounds get along well with other dogs. However, Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
  • The Similarities Between the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Redbone Coonhound versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

    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, Staffordshire Bull Terriers weigh 24 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Staffordshire Bull Terriers are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Redbone Coonhound versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terriers is 13.0 years.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Redbone Coonhound Versus the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    The Redbone Coonhound has a better temperament than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Redbone Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 90.9 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 100.0 percent, the Redbone Coonhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 90.9 percent, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 5 Redbone Coonhounds and 143 Staffordshire Bull Terriers.

    Price of Redbone Coonhound versus Price of Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    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 a Redbone Coonhound can be as low as $200 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 102 Redbone Coonhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy is $1890. The price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier typically ranges from $1000 – $2425. However, the price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $6500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 56 Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.

    Redbone Coonhound Staffordshire Bull Terrier
    Average Price $530 $1890
    Price Range $300 to $600 $1000 to $2425

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Redbone Coonhound and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Redbone Coonhound puppies or how many Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Redbone Coonhounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Redbone Coonhounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Staffordshire Bull Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Staffordshire Bull Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Redbone Coonhound puppy or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Redbone Coonhound versus Adopting the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Redbone Coonhounds and many Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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 Redbone Coonhound named Sea that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Redbone Coonhounds like Sea on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Redbone Coonhounds, Staffordshire Bull Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Lenny is a Male Staffordshire Bull Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Staffordshire Bull Terriers like Lenny that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Redbone Coonhound and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Lake is the name of another Redbone Coonhound (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Slate is an adorable Male Staffordshire Bull Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Redbone Coonhounds and Staffordshire Bull Terriers are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Redbone Coonhounds and Staffordshire Bull Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Redbone Coonhound versus Popularity of Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Redbone Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 80 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Redbone Coonhound is 141 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Redbone Coonhound

    Popularity of Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Popularity of Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Year Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank Staffordshire Bull Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 133 79
    2014 148 79
    2015 139 79
    2016 143 82
    2017 139 82
    2018 142 80
    2019 143 82
    2020 146 81

    Tolerates Being Alone: Redbone Coonhound versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Redbone Coonhounds shed more than Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Redbone Coonhound or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Redbone Coonhound or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Redbone Coonhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    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.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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.

    Do Redbone Coonhounds Bark and Howl? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Redbone Coonhound vs. Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Redbone Coonhound or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Redbone Coonhounds good family dogs? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Redbone Coonhounds and Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Redbone Coonhound Easier to Train than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not easy to train.

    Is the Redbone Coonhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Redbone Coonhound or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier:

  • Boxer (71 percent match with Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Boxer.
  • Schipperke (72 percent match with Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Schipperke.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Staffordshire Bull Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Redbone Coonhound versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier. 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier better suits you and your family.