Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Comparison – Which dog is better Lab or Bluetick Hound?

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Name	Labrador Retriever	Bluetick Coonhound
Origins	England Canada	United States
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	Bluetick Hound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Is the Labrador Retriever bigger than the Bluetick Coonhound breed? Is a Labrador Retriever smaller than a Bluetick Coonhound?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound weight comparison:	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	62.5 pounds (28 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Is a Labrador Retriever taller than a Bluetick Coonhound?	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	20-27 inches (51-69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	23.5 inches (60 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Labrador Retriever and Bluetick Coonhound?	$1000-$2000	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Bluetick Coonhound is easier than average to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound smarter? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound intelligence:	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Active Friendly Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Bluetick Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bluetick Coonhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Bluetick Coonhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bluetick Coonhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound?	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bluetick Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Labrador Retriever more dangerous than a Bluetick Coonhound?	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bluetick Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound mouthiness comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Bluetick Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Bloat Krabbe's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Bluetick Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever and Bluetick Coonhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Labrador Retriever and Bluetick Coonhound?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bluetick Coonhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound energy level comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Does the Labrador Retriever breed eat more than the Bluetick Coonhound breed?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Bluetick Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Fine
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever and Bluetick Coonhound color? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound color comparison:	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Tan Blue Ticked
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Bluetick Coonhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Do Labrador Retriever dogs shed more than Bluetick Coonhound dogs?	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bluetick Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Bluetick Coonhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Can a Labrador Retriever and a Bluetick Coonhound be friends? Do Labrador Retriever dogs get along with Bluetick Coonhound dogs?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bluetick Coonhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bluetick Coonhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bluetick Coonhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Bluetick Coonhound? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a 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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bluetick Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Labrador Retriever and Bluetick Coonhound have? Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound litter size comparison:	5-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Labrador Retriever vs Bluetick Coonhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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