Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hush Puppy or St. Hubert Hound or Reds? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Basset Hound and Bloodhound. Which is better: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Redbone Coonhound?
Name | Basset Hound | Bloodhound | Redbone Coonhound |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 39 | 50 | 139 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound breeds. |
Hush Puppy Basset |
St. Hubert Hound Saint Hubert Hound Chien de Saint-Hubert Flemish Hound |
Reds Redbone Hound |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Large | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) | Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) | 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) | Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg) | 60 pounds (27.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Redbone Coonhound? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound height comparison: | Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) | Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm) | 21-27 inches (53-66 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) | Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm) | 24 inches (59.5 cm) |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Find price differences between these breeds. | $300-$500 | $800-$1200 | $600-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Redbone Coonhound? | Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Redbone Coonhound is easier than average to get. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which breed ranks highest? | Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. | Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Redbone Coonhound dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which is easiest to train? | Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. | Bloodhound dogs are easy to train. | Redbone Coonhound dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which breed is most alert? | Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. | Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. | Redbone Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which breed is most protective? | Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Redbone Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound? Compare temperaments. |
Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious |
Stubborn Independent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered |
Independent Energetic Affectionate Companionable Familiar Unflappable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Redbone Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound? | High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Redbone Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound social needs comparison: | Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. | Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Redbone Coonhound dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Redbone Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Bloodhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Redbone Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. | A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Redbone Coonhound is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which breed is most playful? | Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. | The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed. | The Redbone Coonhound is a playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Redbone Coonhound breed. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which breed is most flexible? | Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Redbone Coonhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Redbone Coonhound? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Redbone Coonhound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Redbone Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which uses mouth most during play? | Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bloodhound dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Redbone Coonhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Redbone Coonhound bite force: Ordinary. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Redbone Coonhound: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which has fewer health issues? | The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Very healthy dog breed. | Redbone Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Frequent The Redbone Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Ectropion Obesity Glaucoma Panosteitis Thrombopathia | Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Ectopic Cilia |
Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia Obesity |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which breed is most active? | Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs. | Redbone Coonhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Redbone Coonhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need. | Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises. | Redbone Coonhound dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Redbone Coonhound? | Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep. | Redbone Coonhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which is most prone to obesity? | High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Redbone Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which needs most food? | 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. | Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. What colors are available? |
Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor |
Black Tan Red Liver | Red Golden Copper |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Redbone Coonhound requires minimal grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which drools least? | The Basset Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. | The Redbone Coonhound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which has least natural smell? | High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Redbone Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Dense | Rough | Fine |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Redbone Coonhound? Basset Hound or Bloodhound or {name3 shedding: | Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. | Bloodhound dogs shed moderately. | Redbone Coonhound dogs shed none to minimal. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which is best with kids? | Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Redbone Coonhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Redbone Coonhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Redbone Coonhound? Which dog is more friendly? | Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Redbone Coonhound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Redbone Coonhound? | Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Redbone Coonhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Redbone Coonhound? | Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Redbone Coonhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound? |
Yes Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bloodhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Redbone Coonhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bloodhound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Redbone Coonhound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Redbone Coonhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which has best nose work ability? | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which is best for SAR work? | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Redbone Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which has most puppies? | 6-8 puppies | 8-10 puppies | 6-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Redbone Coonhound Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Hound breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Basset Hound, Bloodhound, and Redbone Coonhound. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club | American Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
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