Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Comparison – Which dog is better Walker or African Lion Hound?

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Name	Treeing Walker Coonhound	Rhodesian Ridgeback
Origins	United States	Zimbabwe
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	131	41
Reviews	2	6
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Walker	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Is the Treeing Walker Coonhound bigger than the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed? Is a Treeing Walker Coonhound smaller than a Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight comparison:	Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22 kg)	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Is a Treeing Walker Coonhound taller than a Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Male: 22-26 inches (56-58 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Treeing Walker Coonhound and Rhodesian Ridgeback?	$400-$600	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Frequent: The Treeing Walker Coonhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback smarter? Which is best? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback trainability comparison. What's the difference between Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Confident Affectionate Trainable Clever	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Mischievous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Sensitive: Treeing Walker 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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Average to High: Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback social needs comparison:	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which can be better for hunting?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback playfulness comparison:	The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a playful breed. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Average to High: The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Treeing Walker 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health comparison. Which is the healthier: Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Treeing Walker Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health problems comparison:	Bloat Ear Infections Hip Dysplasia Polyradiculoneuritis Skin Diseases Work-related Injuries	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Frequent The Treeing Walker Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback lifespan comparison. How long do Treeing Walker Coonhound and Rhodesian Ridgeback breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Treeing Walker Coonhound and Rhodesian Ridgeback?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhound: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	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.

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback energy level comparison:	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Does the Treeing Walker Coonhound breed eat more than the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality 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? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Treeing Walker Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth Glossy	Dense
Colors What are the original Treeing Walker Coonhound and Rhodesian Ridgeback color? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback color comparison:	Black White Tricolor	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Treeing Walker Coonhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Do Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs shed more than Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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: Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Medium ⏺ The Treeing Walker Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is more friendly?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Can a Treeing Walker Coonhound and a Rhodesian Ridgeback be friends? Do Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs get along with Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs?	Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Yes Treeing Walker Coonhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Treeing Walker Coonhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rhodesian Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Treeing Walker Coonhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Treeing Walker Coonhound or Rhodesian Ridgeback? 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.
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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.	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.	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: Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Not really Treeing Walker Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound and Rhodesian Ridgeback have? Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US

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