A Detailed Comparison of the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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Redbone Coonhound Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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 Welsh Springer Spaniel.

Redbone Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview

Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are similar in size. The Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are both medium-sized dogs.

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 Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.

Redbone Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Redbone Coonhound to the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel

Factor Redbone Coonhound Welsh Springer Spaniel
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
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 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Weight 45 to 70 pounds 35 to 55 pounds
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 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
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination by the age of 2, then at ages 5 and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 141 128

    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 Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel is 79 out of 125.

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

    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 Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most different:

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

    • The Similarities Between the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Redbone Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

    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, Welsh Springer Spaniels weigh 35 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Welsh Springer Spaniels are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Redbone Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

    The lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is 12.5 years.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Redbone Coonhound Versus the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    The Redbone Coonhound has the same temperament score as the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel by measuring the temperaments of 5 Redbone Coonhounds and 6 Welsh Springer Spaniels.

    Adopting the Redbone Coonhound versus Adopting the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Redbone Coonhounds and many Welsh Springer Spaniels 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 Rhva-Stray-Rh1325 that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Redbone Coonhounds like Rhva-Stray-Rh1325 on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Redbone Coonhounds, Welsh Springer Spaniels are also available for adoption. For example, Sage is a Male Welsh Springer Spaniel that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Welsh Springer Spaniels like Sage that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Redbone Coonhound and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

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

    Also, Romeo is an adorable Male Welsh Springer Spaniel on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Redbone Coonhounds and Welsh Springer Spaniels are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Redbone Coonhounds and Welsh Springer Spaniels that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Redbone Coonhound versus Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel

    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 Welsh Springer Spaniel over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Welsh Springer Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Redbone Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 128 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Popularity of Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Year Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank Welsh Springer Spaniel Popularity Rank
    2013 133 124
    2014 148 133
    2015 139 128
    2016 143 123
    2017 139 133
    2018 142 128
    2019 143 130
    2020 146 128

    Tolerates Being Alone: Redbone Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Redbone Coonhounds shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Redbone Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Redbone Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Does the Redbone Coonhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    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.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Redbone Coonhounds Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Redbone Coonhound vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Redbone Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Redbone Coonhounds good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Redbone Coonhounds and Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Redbone Coonhound Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Is the Redbone Coonhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Redbone Coonhound or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very good 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Bluetick Coonhound.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel:

  • English Cocker Spaniel (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Finnish Lapphund (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Finnish Lapphund.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Bouvier des Flandres     Redbone Coonhound versus Standard Schnauzer     Redbone Coonhound versus Canaan Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Coton de Tulear     Redbone Coonhound versus Scottish Deerhound     Redbone Coonhound versus Pomeranian     Redbone Coonhound versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Redbone Coonhound versus Boerboel     Redbone Coonhound versus Westiepoo     Redbone Coonhound versus Goldador     Redbone Coonhound versus Dachshund     Redbone Coonhound versus King Shepherd     Redbone Coonhound versus Boykin Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Pomsky     Redbone Coonhound versus German Shepherd Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Cavachon     Redbone Coonhound versus Rottweiler     Redbone Coonhound versus Bedlington Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Toy Poodle     Redbone Coonhound versus Basset Hound     Redbone Coonhound versus Sheepadoodle     Redbone Coonhound versus Norwich Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Korean Jindo Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Vizsla     Redbone Coonhound versus Cairn Terrier     

    Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Boston Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Barbet     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bedlington Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Great Pyrenees     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Afghan Hound     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Giant Schnauzer     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Affenpinscher     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus German Shepherd Dog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Leonberger     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Canaan Dog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Mal Shi     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pomchi     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Saint Bernard     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Cairn Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Weimaraner     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Aussiedoodle     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bich Poo     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Goldendoodle     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Siberian Husky     

    Conclusion: Redbone Coonhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you and your family.