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Redbone Lab Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Redbone Lab so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is a Redbone Lab? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed Redbone Coonhound and Labrador Retriever mix

Redbone Lab Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is a Redbone Lab? Learn how big the Redbone Lab breed typically grows.
LargeMedium
Weight Statistics
How much does a Redbone Lab weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Redbone Lab breed.
50-70 pounds (23-32 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Redbone Lab?
60 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Redbone Lab? Redbone Lab height:
21-27 inches (53-66 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Redbone Lab?
24 inches (59.5 cm)

Redbone Lab Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does a Redbone Lab puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Redbone Lab costs.
$600-$800
If you choose to purchase the Redbone Lab, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Redbone Lab for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Redbone Lab gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Redbone Lab? How many Redbone Lab are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Redbone Lab is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Redbone Lab Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Redbone Lab? Discover the Redbone Lab's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Outstanding: Redbone Lab is one of the brightest dog breeds. They desire to learn tricks and commands often. The limit is your creativity. They understand and memorize new commands in fewer than 5 repetitions. This breed obeys the first command 95% of the time or better.

The Redbone Lab is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Redbone Lab? Learn about the Redbone Lab's trainability and response to training methods.
Redbone Lab dogs are very easy to train. They easily find out the association between commands and actions.
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Redbone Lab as a watchdog? Learn about the Redbone Lab's alertness and guarding instincts.
Redbone Lab dogs are not the best watchdogs. They aren't very territorial and protective about their property, so they probably won't alert you if they sense something different.
Territorial Protection
Is a Redbone Lab protective of its territory? Learn about the Redbone Lab's guarding instincts and behavior.
Redbone Lab dogs are not the best to protect their territory. Better to have the protection of your house and property supervised by others.

Redbone Lab Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does a Redbone Lab have? Learn about characteristic Redbone Lab temperament and behavior traits.
PlayfulLovingIndependentEnergeticAlertIntelligentFriendlyResponsiveAffectionateLoyalGentleGoingSocialCompanionableCheerfulFamiliarUnflappable
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Redbone Lab sensitivity:
Sensitive: Redbone Lab dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.

This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Redbone Lab a good family dog?
Average to High: Redbone Lab dogs are highly affectionate dogs. They like being involved in the family's life. This breed isn't considered an aloof dog.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Redbone Lab need? Redbone Lab social needs:
Redbone Lab dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Redbone Lab to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Redbone Lab roam?
The wanderlust potential of the Redbone Lab is strong enough to escape from home. They have a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Redbone Lab have high prey drive?
Redbone Lab 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. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Redbone Lab Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does a Redbone Lab bark a lot? Learn about typical Redbone Lab vocalization patterns and triggers.
Average to High: The Redbone Lab is a vocal breed. Not the best choice if you prefer a quiet breed. They often bark loudly and howl sometimes. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Playful Nature
How playful is a Redbone Lab? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Redbone Lab breed.
The Redbone Lab is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Redbone Lab live in an apartment? Learn about the Redbone Lab's suitability for apartment living.
It is not recommended to keep the Redbone Lab breed in the home. It does best in the garden, but if you do want to keep it indoors, it should be exercised thoroughly with long daily walks, so you can keep the Redbone Lab indoors by introducing daily routines.

Redbone Lab Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Redbone Lab to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Redbone Lab's flexibility to new situations.
Redbone Lab dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can a Redbone Lab be left alone? Learn about the Redbone Lab's tolerance to solitude.
Redbone Lab dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Redbone Lab Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment
What is a Redbone Lab biting potential? Learn about the Redbone Lab's bite risk factors.

Low 🔽

The Redbone Lab has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is a Redbone Lab mouthy? Learn about the Redbone Lab's tendency to use mouth during play.
Redbone Lab dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Redbone Lab dogs need to be taught a good attitude. We have compiled a list of Mouthy Dog Breeds.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Redbone Lab bite? Learn about the Redbone Lab's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Redbone Lab bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Redbone Lab measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Redbone Lab is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Redbone Lab bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Redbone Lab bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Redbone Lab puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Redbone Lab, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Redbone Lab bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Redbone Lab can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Redbone Lab Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does a Redbone Lab live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Redbone Lab breed.
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Redbone Lab: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does a Redbone Lab handle different weather? Learn about the Redbone Lab's climate adaptability.
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. Dogs with a double coat of fur have a layer of fur that insulates their skin and helps protect them from the cold and the heat.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Redbone Lab? Discover typical conditions affecting the Redbone Lab breed.
Redbone Labs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. Regular vet check-ups are needed.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Redbone Lab need vet visits? Learn about the Redbone Lab's veterinary care requirements.
Frequent
The Redbone Lab should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Redbone Lab breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Redbone Lab breed? Most common health risks of Redbone Lab:
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Eye ProblemsProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)BloatEpilepsyEar InfectionsElbow DysplasiaObesityOsteochondrosis DissecansTricuspid Valve DysplasiaAcute Moist DermatitisCold TailMyopathy

Redbone Lab Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is a Redbone Lab? Understand daily activity needs of the Redbone Lab breed.
Redbone Lab dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Redbone Lab need? How much exercise do Redbone Lab dogs require per day?

Do Redbone Lab dogs need a lot of exercises?

Redbone Lab dogs need a lot of exercises. Long walks should be on a daily schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Redbone Lab breed need?
Redbone Lab dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.

Redbone Lab Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is a Redbone Lab prone to weight gain? Learn about the Redbone Lab's obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Redbone Lab's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Redbone Lab weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does a Redbone Lab need daily? Learn about the Redbone Lab's feeding requirements.
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

Redbone Lab Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is a Redbone Lab hypoallergenic? Learn about the Redbone Lab's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Redbone Lab dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Coat Colors
What colors does a Redbone Lab come in? Discover all possible Redbone Lab color variations.
Black Red Yellow Golden Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does a Redbone Lab need? Learn about Redbone Lab coat maintenance requirements.
Effortless: The Redbone Lab requires minimal grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned sometimes to avoid infections. Redbone Lab is one of the best choices if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Highly recommended for beginners.
Drooling Tendency
Does a Redbone Lab drool a lot? Learn about the Redbone Lab's drooling habits.
The Redbone Lab drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool more than others, just like the Redbone Lab.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Stinkiness Rating
Does a Redbone Lab smell bad? Learn about the Redbone Lab's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Redbone Lab has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does a Redbone Lab have? Learn about the Redbone Lab's fur characteristics.
FineDenseWaterproofHardShort
Bathing Needs
How often does a Redbone Lab need baths? Learn about the Redbone Lab's bathing requirements.
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. While a good bath every now and then is a great way to keep your buddy from becoming overly smelly, be mindful about overbathing.

Bathing will wash away your dog’s natural oils, while a simple brushing every few days should keep them clean.

Shedding Level
How much do Redbone Lab dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Redbone Lab? Do Redbone Lab dogs shed a lot?
Redbone Lab dogs are low shedders. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type.

Redbone Lab Good With

Child Compatibility
Is a Redbone Lab good with children? Learn about the Redbone Lab's behavior around kids of different ages.
Redbone Lab dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does a Redbone Lab get along with other pets? Discover the Redbone Lab's compatibility with other animals.
Redbone Lab dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Redbone Lab temperament with other people:
Redbone Lab dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
How well do Redbone Lab dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Redbone Lab breed live with a cat?
Redbone Lab dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Is Redbone Lab good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Redbone Lab dogs get along with other dogs?
Redbone Lab dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Redbone Lab can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Redbone Lab breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Redbone Lab breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Redbone Lab dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Redbone Lab dogs good office canines? Do Redbone Lab dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Redbone Lab is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Redbone Lab dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Redbone Lab temperament with senior people? Are Redbone Lab dogs good for elderly owners?
Redbone Labs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Redbone Lab As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can a Redbone Lab be a service dog? Learn about the Redbone Lab's service work potential.

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Redbone Lab breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is a Redbone Lab good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Redbone Lab's therapy work aptitude.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Redbone Lab breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is a Redbone Lab good at detection work? Learn about the Redbone Lab's scenting abilities.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Redbone Lab breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can a Redbone Lab do search and rescue? Learn about the Redbone Lab's SAR capabilities.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.

The Redbone Lab breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Maritime Work Ability
Is a Redbone Lab good on boats? Learn about the Redbone Lab's maritime capabilities.

Yes

Redbone Lab breed usually likes being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, as a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Draft Work Capability
Can a Redbone Lab pull carts? Learn about the Redbone Lab's drafting abilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Redbone Lab is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Military Service Background
Was a Redbone Lab used in military service? Learn about the Redbone Lab's military history.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Redbone Lab Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Redbone Lab usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
6-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Redbone Lab pregnant? Learn about the Redbone Lab's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Redbone Lab: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Breeding Frequency
How often can a Redbone Lab have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.

Redbone Lab Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is a Redbone Lab in? Learn about the Redbone Lab's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is a Redbone Lab in? Learn about the Redbone Lab's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.

Redbone Lab Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Outstanding: Redbone Lab is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Training Difficulty: Redbone Lab dogs are very easy to train.
  • Grooming Requirements: Effortless: The Redbone Lab requires minimal grooming.
  • Shedding Level: Redbone Lab dogs are low shedders.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Redbone Lab dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Child Compatibility: Redbone Lab dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Redbone Lab dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Redbone Labs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Redbone Lab dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog Capability: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Work Suitability: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Scent Detection Ability: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search & Rescue Potential: This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
  • Maritime Work Ability: Redbone Lab breed usually likes being on a boat.

    Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

    Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages.

Cons
  • Health Concerns: Redbone Labs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
  • Allergy Friendliness: Redbone Lab dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Apartment Adaptability: It is not recommended to keep the Redbone Lab breed in the home.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Redbone Lab drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
  • Obesity Tendency: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Redbone Lab's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Watchdog Rating: Redbone Lab dogs are not the best watchdogs.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Redbone Lab dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: The wanderlust potential of the Redbone Lab is strong enough to escape from home.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: Redbone Lab dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Redbone Lab is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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