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Name	Redbone Coonhound	American English Coonhound	Plott Hound
Origins	United States	United States	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	139	178	166
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Reds Redbone Hound	Redtick Coonhound English Coonhound	Plott Plotthund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or American English Coonhound? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound weight comparison:	50-70 pounds (23-32 kg)	40 -65 pounds (18 - 30 kg)	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	60 pounds (27.5 kg)	40 -65 pounds (18 - 30 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound height comparison:	21-27 inches (53-66 cm)	21 - 27 inches (53 - 69 cm)	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	24 inches (59.5 cm)	21 - 27 inches (53 - 69 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1000-$1200	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound?	Frequent: The Redbone Coonhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The American English Coonhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound intelligence:	Smart: The Redbone Coonhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound trainability comparison.	Redbone Coonhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound?	Redbone Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Redbone Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Energetic Affectionate Companionable Familiar Unflappable	Active Energetic Loyal Strung	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Redbone Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: American English Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound?	High: Redbone Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: American English Coonhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound social needs comparison:	Redbone Coonhound dogs are a social breed. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Redbone Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Plott Hound 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Redbone Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound playfulness comparison:	The Redbone Coonhound is a playful breed. See more.	The American English Coonhound is a playful breed. See more.	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound?	A lot: Redbone Coonhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The American English Coonhound rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Redbone Coonhound breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep American English Coonhound indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Redbone Coonhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: American English Coonhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound?	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.	American English 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Redbone Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American English Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Redbone Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American English Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound mouthiness comparison:	Redbone Coonhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound?	Redbone Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The American English Coonhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia Obesity	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Redbone Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The American English Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Redbone Coonhound, American English Coonhound and Plott Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Redbone Coonhound: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American English Coonhound: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American English Coonhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound energy level comparison:	Redbone Coonhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	American English Coonhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Plott Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Redbone Coonhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	American English Coonhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Plott Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound?	Redbone Coonhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	American English Coonhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Plott Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 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? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Redbone Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The American English Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound coat comparison:	Fine	Hard	Fine
Colors What are the original Redbone Coonhound, American English Coonhound and Plott Hound color?	Red Golden Copper	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown Tricolor	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound? Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Redbone Coonhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American English Coonhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound? Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or {name3 shedding:	Redbone Coonhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound?	Medium ⏺ The Redbone Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American English Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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. See more.	The American English Coonhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Plott 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. See more.

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Good With Comparison

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

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Redbone Coonhound or American English Coonhound or Plott Hound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound?	Not really Redbone Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American English Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Plott Hound 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	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.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Redbone Coonhound and American English Coonhound and Plott Hound have?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Redbone Coonhound vs American English Coonhound vs Plott Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club	No data available

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