Which is Better between the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound? A Very Detailed Review.

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Spanish Mastiff Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker 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 Spanish Mastiff and for the Treeing Walker 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 Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

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

Spanish Mastiff versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Spanish Mastiff is a giant-sized dog while the Treeing Walker Coonhound is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Spanish 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 Treeing Walker 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.

Spanish Mastiff versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Spanish Mastiff to the Treeing Walker 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 Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound

Factor Spanish Mastiff Treeing Walker Coonhound
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 13 years
Weight 140 to 220 pounds 45 to 80 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Height 26 to 35 inches 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1050 $620
Price Range $1000 – $1050 $300 – $850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Spanish 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 Treeing Walker 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 Spanish Mastiff is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 66 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Spanish Mastiff is a better pet than the Treeing Walker Coonhound. So, you should get the Spanish 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 Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most different:

  • Spanish Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Treeing Walker Coonhounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Spanish Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Treeing Walker Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • The Similarities Between the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    The Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most similar:

  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are not easy to train.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Spanish Mastiff versus Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

    Spanish Mastiffs weigh 140 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Spanish Mastiffs are 26 to 35 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Treeing Walker Coonhounds weigh 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Walker Coonhounds are 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Spanish Mastiff versus Treeing Walker Coonhound

    The lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is 12.5 years.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds live longer than Spanish Mastiffs.

    Price of Spanish Mastiff versus Price of Treeing Walker Coonhound

    The average price of the Spanish Mastiff puppy is $1050. The price of the Spanish Mastiff typically ranges from $1000 – $1050. However, the price of a Spanish Mastiff can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 4 Spanish Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy is $620. The price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound typically ranges from $300 – $850. However, the price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound can be as low as $250 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 20 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Spanish Mastiff is more expensive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.

    Spanish Mastiff Treeing Walker Coonhound
    Average Price $1050 $620
    Price Range $1000 to $1050 $300 to $850

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Spanish Mastiff and Treeing Walker Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Spanish Mastiff puppies or how many Treeing Walker Coonhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Spanish Mastiffs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Spanish Mastiffs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Treeing Walker Coonhounds

    A breakdown of the prices of Treeing Walker Coonhounds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Spanish Mastiff puppy or the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Spanish Mastiff versus Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Spanish Mastiffs shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

    Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Spanish Mastiff or the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Spanish Mastiff or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Spanish Mastiff Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Spanish 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.

    Treeing Walker 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 Spanish Mastiffs Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

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

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

    Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Spanish Mastiff vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Spanish Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Spanish Mastiff or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Spanish Mastiffs good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

    Spanish Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Spanish Mastiffs and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?

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

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

    Is the Spanish Mastiff Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not easy to train.

    Is the Spanish Mastiff Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Spanish Mastiff or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?

    Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff

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

  • Akbash (78 percent match with Spanish Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Akbash.
  • Hovawart (81 percent match with Spanish Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Hovawart.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Walker 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound:

  • Black Mouth Cur (84 percent match with Treeing Walker Coonhound). Here is our comparison of the Spanish Mastiff vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Bluetick Coonhound (83 percent match with Treeing Walker Coonhound). Here is our comparison of the Spanish Mastiff vs Bluetick Coonhound.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Spanish Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Spanish Mastiff versus Papillon     Spanish Mastiff versus Pomchi     Spanish Mastiff versus Morkie     Spanish Mastiff versus Lhasa Apso     Spanish Mastiff versus Redbone Coonhound     Spanish Mastiff versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Spanish Mastiff versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Spanish Mastiff versus Finnish Spitz     Spanish Mastiff versus Lowchen     Spanish Mastiff versus Yorkshire Terrier     Spanish Mastiff versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Spanish Mastiff versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Spanish Mastiff versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Spanish Mastiff versus French Spaniel     Spanish Mastiff versus Vizsla     Spanish Mastiff versus French Spaniel     Spanish Mastiff versus Dalmatian     Spanish Mastiff versus Kai Ken     Spanish Mastiff versus American Eskimo Dog     Spanish Mastiff versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Spanish Mastiff versus Bichon Frise     Spanish Mastiff versus Labrador Retriever     Spanish Mastiff versus Papillon     Spanish Mastiff versus Boston Terrier     Spanish Mastiff versus Sussex Spaniel     

    Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Bulldog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Australian Shepherd     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Mastiff     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Yorkshire Terrier     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Finnish Lapphund     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Irish Setter     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Westiepoo     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Weimaraner     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Cockapoo     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Shihpoo     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Belgian Malinois     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Sussex Spaniel     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Cockalier     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Newfoundland     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Berger Picard     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus American Hairless Terrier     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Kai Ken     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Sloughi     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Whoodle     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Kishu Ken     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Pyredoodle     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Aussiedoodle     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Canaan Dog     Treeing Walker Coonhound versus Weimaraner     

    Conclusion: Spanish Mastiff versus Treeing Walker 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 Spanish Mastiff and the Treeing Walker Coonhound better suits you and your family.