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Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Comparison – Which dog is better Lab or Reds?

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Name Labrador Retriever Redbone Coonhound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Labrador Retriever and Redbone Coonhound. What other names are these breeds known by?
Lab
Labrador
Reds
Redbone Hound
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Labrador Retriever and a Redbone Coonhound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Labrador Retriever and a Redbone Coonhound. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 50-70 pounds (23-32 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) 60 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Redbone Coonhound? Is a Labrador Retriever taller than a Redbone Coonhound?
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 21-27 inches (53-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 24 inches (59.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Labrador Retriever and a Redbone Coonhound. Which breed costs more?
$1000-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Redbone Coonhound?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Redbone Coonhound is easier than average to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Redbone Coonhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare training requirements.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Redbone Coonhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare alertness levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Redbone Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare territorial behaviors.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Redbone Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Labrador Retriever and a Redbone Coonhound. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Independent
Energetic
Affectionate
Companionable
Familiar
Unflappable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound?
Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Redbone Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Redbone Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Redbone Coonhound dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Redbone Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Redbone 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.
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Redbone Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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A lot: Redbone Coonhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare play drive and energy.
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Redbone Coonhound is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Redbone Coonhound breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare adaptability levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Redbone Coonhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Redbone Coonhound?
Labrador Retriever 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare biting tendencies.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Redbone Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Redbone Coonhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Redbone Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.

Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare average lifespans.
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Redbone Coonhound: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare climate tolerances.
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Labrador Retriever and a Redbone Coonhound. Which breed is healthier?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Redbone Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound?
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least 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: Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Redbone 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
Eye Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Obesity

Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare activity levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Redbone Coonhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Redbone Coonhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Redbone Coonhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Redbone Coonhound?
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Redbone Coonhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare obesity risks.
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Redbone Coonhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare daily food needs.
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Labrador Retriever and Redbone Coonhound? Compare breed colors.
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Red
Golden
Copper
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Redbone Coonhound requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare drooling amounts.
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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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.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare natural smell levels.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Redbone Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Labrador Retriever and a Redbone Coonhound? Compare fur types.
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Fine
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare bathing frequencies.
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Redbone Coonhound? Do Labrador Retriever dogs shed more than Redbone Coonhound dogs?
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Redbone Coonhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare kid-friendliness.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Redbone Coonhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Redbone Coonhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Redbone Coonhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Redbone Coonhound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Redbone Coonhound?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Redbone Coonhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Redbone Coonhound? Can a Labrador Retriever and a Redbone Coonhound be friends? Do Labrador Retriever dogs get along with Redbone Coonhound dogs?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Redbone Coonhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound?
Yes
Labrador Retriever 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
Labrador Retriever 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?
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Redbone Coonhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare service capabilities.

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare therapy capabilities.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Redbone Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Labrador Retriever or a Redbone Coonhound? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Labrador Retriever and Redbone Coonhound. Which has stronger military background?

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 Redbone Coonhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Labrador Retriever and Redbone Coonhound. Which has larger litters?
5-10 puppies 6-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Labrador Retriever and Redbone Coonhound breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Labrador Retriever and Redbone Coonhound. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Labrador Retriever vs Redbone Coonhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Labrador Retriever and Redbone Coonhound. Which groups do they belong to?
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 Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Labrador Retriever and Redbone Coonhound. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Labrador Retriever and Redbone Coonhound. Which is more widely recognized?
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 Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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