Breed Comparison: Redbone Coonhound Versus Xoloitzcuintli

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Redbone Coonhound Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction

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

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

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 Xoloitzcuintli.

Redbone Coonhound versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview

Both the Redbone Coonhound and the Xoloitzcuintli are similar in size. The Redbone Coonhound and the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Redbone Coonhound versus Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Redbone Coonhound to the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli

Factor Redbone Coonhound Xoloitzcuintli
Life Span 10 to 12 years 14 to 20 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 1/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
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 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 70 pounds 10 to 50 pounds
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 17.0 years
Average Price $530 $1890
Price Range $300 – $600 $1000 – $2500
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 87.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 141 138

    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 Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli is 74 out of 125.

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

    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 Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool. However, Xoloitzcuintlis do not have the tendency to drool.
  • The Similarities Between the Redbone Coonhound and the Xoloitzcuintli

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

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

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

    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, Xoloitzcuintlis weigh 10 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Xoloitzcuintlis are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Redbone Coonhound versus Xoloitzcuintli

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

    The lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is between 14 to 20 years. The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is 17.0 years.

    Xoloitzcuintlis live longer than Redbone Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Redbone Coonhound Versus the Xoloitzcuintli

    The Redbone Coonhound has a better temperament than the Xoloitzcuintli.

    This is because the temperament score for the Redbone Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Xoloitzcuintli is 87.5 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 87.5 percent, the Xoloitzcuintli has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Redbone Coonhound and the Xoloitzcuintli by measuring the temperaments of 5 Redbone Coonhounds and 8 Xoloitzcuintlis.

    Price of Redbone Coonhound versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli puppy is $1890. The price of the Xoloitzcuintli typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of the Xoloitzcuintli can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Xoloitzcuintli puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Xoloitzcuintli is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.

    Redbone Coonhound Xoloitzcuintli
    Average Price $530 $1890
    Price Range $300 to $600 $1000 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Redbone Coonhound and Xoloitzcuintli. For different price points, the charts show how many Redbone Coonhound puppies or how many Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintlis

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Redbone Coonhound puppy or the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Redbone Coonhounds and many Xoloitzcuintlis 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, Xoloitzcuintlis are also available for adoption. For example, Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care is a Male Xoloitzcuintli that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Xoloitzcuintlis like Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Redbone Coonhound and the Xoloitzcuintli 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.

    You can find more Redbone Coonhounds and Xoloitzcuintlis that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Redbone Coonhound versus Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Xoloitzcuintli is more popular with dog owners than the Redbone Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Xoloitzcuintli is 138 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 Xoloitzcuintli

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Year Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank Xoloitzcuintli Popularity Rank
    2013 133 139
    2014 148 142
    2015 139 135
    2016 143 139
    2017 139 143
    2018 142 140
    2019 143 137
    2020 146 131

    Tolerates Being Alone: Redbone Coonhound versus Xoloitzcuintli

    Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Redbone Coonhounds shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Redbone Coonhound or the Xoloitzcuintli

    Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

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

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

    Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Xoloitzcuintlis can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Redbone Coonhound vs. Xoloitzcuintli

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

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

    Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Xoloitzcuintli?

    Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Redbone Coonhounds good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Redbone Coonhounds and Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Redbone Coonhound Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are fairly easy to train.

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

    Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Xoloitzcuintlis adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Xoloitzcuintli vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Glen of Imaal Terrier (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Glen of Imaal Terrier.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Karelian Bear Dog.
  • Lhasapoo (71 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Redbone Coonhound vs Lhasapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Redbone Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Redbone Coonhound versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Redbone Coonhound versus Valley Bulldog     Redbone Coonhound versus Bullmastiff     Redbone Coonhound versus Shihpoo     Redbone Coonhound versus Basset Hound     Redbone Coonhound versus Sussex Spaniel     Redbone Coonhound versus Komondor     Redbone Coonhound versus Pyredoodle     Redbone Coonhound versus Weimaraner     Redbone Coonhound versus Toy Fox Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Miniature Schnauzer     Redbone Coonhound versus French Bulldog     Redbone Coonhound versus Pomchi     Redbone Coonhound versus Borzoi     Redbone Coonhound versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Redbone Coonhound versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Redbone Coonhound versus Golden Retriever     Redbone Coonhound versus Norwich Terrier     Redbone Coonhound versus Weimaraner     Redbone Coonhound versus Cockalier     Redbone Coonhound versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Redbone Coonhound versus Peek A Poo     Redbone Coonhound versus Kuvasz     Redbone Coonhound versus Peek A Poo     Redbone Coonhound versus Kishu Ken     

    Xoloitzcuintli Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Xoloitzcuintli versus Tibetan Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Brussels Griffon     Xoloitzcuintli versus Doberman Pinscher     Xoloitzcuintli versus Peek A Poo     Xoloitzcuintli versus Boerboel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Affenpinscher     Xoloitzcuintli versus Akita     Xoloitzcuintli versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Mal Shi     Xoloitzcuintli versus Maltipoo     Xoloitzcuintli versus Norwich Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Xoloitzcuintli versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Xoloitzcuintli versus Stabyhoun     Xoloitzcuintli versus Belgian Sheepdog     Xoloitzcuintli versus Pomchi     Xoloitzcuintli versus Collie     Xoloitzcuintli versus Toy Fox Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Saluki     Xoloitzcuintli versus Schnoodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Xoloitzcuintli versus Morkie     Xoloitzcuintli versus Chorkie     Xoloitzcuintli versus Akbash     

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