Last Updated: Apr 16, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Pug Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction
- Pug versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview
- Pug versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound
- The Similarities Between the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound
- Size Comparison of the Pug versus Redbone Coonhound
- Appearance (Colors) of the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound
- Lifespan of Pug versus Redbone Coonhound
- Temperament of the Redbone Coonhound Versus the Pug
- Price of Pug versus Price of Redbone Coonhound
- Adopting the Pug versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound
- The Popularity of Pug versus Popularity of Redbone Coonhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Pug versus Redbone Coonhound
- Do Pugs shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Pug or the Redbone Coonhound?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pug or the Redbone Coonhound?
- Are Pugs good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
- Is the Pug Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?
- Which one drools more, the Pug or the Redbone Coonhound
- How Kid-friendly are Pugs and Redbone Coonhounds?
- Does the Pug Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?
- Do Pugs Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
- Can Pugs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Pug vs. Redbone Coonhound
- Can Pugs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Pug Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Pug versus Redbone Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Pug Versus Redbone Coonhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Pug and for the Redbone Coonhound. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Pug or the Redbone Coonhound.
Pug versus Redbone Coonhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pug is a small-sized dog while the Redbone Coonhound is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Pug belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Redbone Coonhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Pug versus Redbone Coonhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Pug to the Redbone Coonhound based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound
| Factor | Pug | Redbone Coonhound |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 10 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Weight | 14 to 18 pounds | 45 to 70 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1620 | $540 |
| Price Range | $1200 – $1875 | $300 – $600 |
| Temperament Score | 91.7 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 31 | 143 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pug in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Redbone Coonhound. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Pug is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Redbone Coonhound is 72 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pug is a better pet than the Redbone Coonhound. So, you should get a Pug!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound
Below is a list of where the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound
The Pug and the Redbone Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Pug versus Redbone Coonhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound.
The Pug weighs 14 to 18 pounds when fully grown. The Pug is 10 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Redbone Coonhound weighs 45 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Redbone Coonhound is 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound
Pug Colors
The Pug comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Black
- Apricot / Beige
- Brown / Chocolate
- Brindle
- Bicolor
- White / Cream
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
The Pug comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Black
- White / Cream
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
Redbone Coonhound Colors
The Redbone Coonhound comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Brown / Chocolate
- Brindle
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
The Redbone Coonhound comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Brown / Chocolate
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
Lifespan of Pug versus Redbone Coonhound
The lifespan of the Pug is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Pug is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Redbone Coonhound is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Redbone Coonhound is 11.0 years.
The Pug live longer than the Redbone Coonhound.
Temperament of the Redbone Coonhound Versus the Pug
The Redbone Coonhound has a better temperament than the Pug.
This is because the temperament score for the Redbone Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Pug is 91.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 91.7 percent, the Pug has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Redbone Coonhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 48 Pugs and 5 Redbone Coonhounds.
Price of Pug versus Price of Redbone Coonhound
The average price of the Pug puppy is $1620. The price of the Pug typically ranges from $1200 – $1875. However, the price of a Pug can be as low as $300 and as high as $6525. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 654 Pug puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Redbone Coonhound puppy is $540. The price of the Redbone Coonhound typically ranges from $300 – $600. However, the price of the Redbone Coonhound can be as low as $100 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 110 Redbone Coonhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Pug is more expensive than the Redbone Coonhound.
| Pug | Redbone Coonhound | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1620 | $540 |
| Price Range | $1200 to $1875 | $300 to $600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Pug and Redbone Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Pug puppies or how many Redbone Coonhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Pugs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Redbone Coonhounds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Pug puppy or the Redbone Coonhound puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Pug versus Adopting the Redbone Coonhound
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Pugs and many Redbone Coonhounds are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Pug named Leo that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Pugs like Leo on pefinder.com.
Also, like Pugs, Redbone Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Houston is a Male Redbone Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Redbone Coonhounds like Houston that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Yoishi is the name of another Pug (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Jam (Norman) is an adorable Male Redbone Coonhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Pugs and Redbone Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Pug versus Popularity of Redbone Coonhound
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Pug is more popular with dog owners than the Redbone Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Pug is 31 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Redbone Coonhound is 143 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Pug
Popularity of Redbone Coonhound
| Year | Pug Popularity Rank | Redbone Coonhound Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 31 | 133 |
| 2014 | 33 | 148 |
| 2015 | 33 | 139 |
| 2016 | 32 | 143 |
| 2017 | 31 | 139 |
| 2018 | 28 | 142 |
| 2019 | 31 | 143 |
| 2020 | 29 | 146 |
| 2021 | 33 | 155 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Pug versus Redbone Coonhound
Pugs do not like to be left alone.
Redbone Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Pugs shed more than Redbone Coonhounds?
Pugs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Redbone Coonhounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Pug or the Redbone Coonhound?
Pugs are very easy to groom.
Redbone Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pug or the Redbone Coonhound?
Pugs get along very well with other dogs.
Redbone Coonhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Pugs good family dogs? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
Pugs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Redbone Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Pug Easier to Train than the Redbone Coonhound?
Pugs are fairly easy to train.
Redbone Coonhounds are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Pug or the Redbone Coonhound
Pugs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Redbone Coonhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Pugs and Redbone Coonhounds?
Pugs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Redbone Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Pug Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Redbone Coonhound?
Pugs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Redbone Coonhounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Pugs Bark and Howl? What about Redbone Coonhounds?
Pugs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Redbone Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Pugs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Pugs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Redbone Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Pug vs. Redbone Coonhound
Pugs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Redbone Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Pugs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Redbone Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Pugs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Redbone Coonhounds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Pug Better for Apartment Owners than the Redbone Coonhound?
Pugs adapt very well to apartment living.
Redbone Coonhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pug or the Redbone Coonhound?
Pugs are very good for new dog owners.
Redbone Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Pug Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Pug compares to other breeds aside from the Redbone Coonhound. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Pug to other breeds:
Pug versus Bloodhound Pug versus Clumber Spaniel Pug versus Chinese Shar-Pei Pug versus Japanese Spitz Pug versus Ibizan Hound Pug versus Giant Schnauzer Pug versus Border Terrier Pug versus Finnish Lapphund Pug versus Toy Fox Terrier Pug versus Samoyed Pug versus German Shepherd Dog Pug versus Boxerdoodle Pug versus Catahoula Bulldog Pug versus Whoodle Pug versus Redbone Coonhound Pug versus Goldador Pug versus Tibetan Terrier Pug versus Dogue de Bordeaux
Conclusion: Pug versus Redbone Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Pug and the Redbone Coonhound better suits you and your family.