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Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Reds or Lab or Golden Flat Coat? Find the right dog for you

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Name Redbone Coonhound Labrador Retriever Golden Retriever
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever breeds.
Reds
Redbone Hound
Lab
Labrador
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
50-70 pounds (23-32 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
60 pounds (27.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Redbone Coonhound or Labrador Retriever or Golden Retriever? Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
21-27 inches (53-66 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
24 inches (59.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1000-$2000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Redbone Coonhound or Labrador Retriever or Golden Retriever?
Frequent: The Redbone Coonhound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Redbone Coonhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Redbone Coonhound dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Redbone Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Redbone Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Energetic
Affectionate
Companionable
Familiar
Unflappable
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
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.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever?
High: Redbone Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:
Redbone Coonhound dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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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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Golden Retriever 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.
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Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Redbone Coonhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
The Redbone Coonhound is a playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Redbone Coonhound breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
Redbone Coonhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Redbone Coonhound or Labrador Retriever or Golden Retriever?
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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Redbone Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?
Redbone Coonhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Redbone Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Redbone Coonhound: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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 health problems common in Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?
Redbone Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:
Eye Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Obesity
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
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Redbone Coonhound has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?
Red
Golden
Copper
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Golden
Light
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Redbone Coonhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which drools 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.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Golden Retriever 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
Compare odor levels between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Redbone Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Redbone Coonhound or Labrador Retriever or Golden Retriever? Redbone Coonhound or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Redbone Coonhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids?
Redbone Coonhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Redbone Coonhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Redbone Coonhound or Labrador Retriever or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Redbone Coonhound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Redbone Coonhound or Labrador Retriever or Golden Retriever?
Redbone Coonhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Redbone Coonhound or Labrador Retriever or Golden Retriever?
Redbone Coonhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever?
Yes
Redbone Coonhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Golden Retriever 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
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Redbone Coonhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. 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 Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. 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 Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Redbone Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for draft work?

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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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 service history of Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. 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.

Redbone Coonhound vs Labrador Retriever vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?
6-10 puppies 5-10 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. What's recommended?

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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Once a year.

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

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Redbone Coonhound, Labrador Retriever, and Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition?
American 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.
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.
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

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