Chinese Crested vs Redbone Coonhound
Breed Compatibility
76% Compatible
Energy Level
Chinese Crested: Regular Exercise0.6
Redbone Coonhound: Regular Exercise0.6
Very Compatible
Trainability
Chinese Crested: Agreeable0.6
Redbone Coonhound: Easy Training0.8
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Chinese Crested: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Redbone Coonhound: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Chinese Crested3/5
Redbone Coonhound5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Chinese Crested3/5
Redbone Coonhound5/5
Good with Strangers
Chinese Crested4/5
Redbone Coonhound3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Chinese Crested
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap dislocation
Primary Lens Luxation: Eye condition
Glaucoma: Eye pressure disorder
Legg-Calve-Perthes: Hip joint issue
Cardiac Issues: Heart conditions
Redbone Coonhound
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Progressive retinal issues
Ear Infections: Due to long ear structure
Bloat: Digestive emergency risk
Obesity: Weight management needed
Hypothyroidism: Thyroid hormone deficiency
Pros & Cons Comparison
Chinese Crested
Pros
Excellent companion dog
Minimal shedding
Good for apartment living
Affectionate with family
Cons
Requires skin care (hairless variety)
Sensitive to extreme temperatures
Can be yappy
May be difficult to housebreak
Redbone Coonhound
Pros
Excellent tracking abilities
Friendly temperament
Good with families
Low grooming needs
Cons
High exercise requirements
Strong prey drive
Can be vocal
Needs space to roam
Chinese Crested Fun Fact
The hairless gene in Chinese Cresteds is actually incomplete dominance, resulting in some dogs being born with fur!
Redbone Coonhound Fun Fact
Their distinctive bay can be heard for miles, making them legendary among hunting breeds for their vocal abilities.
Heritage & Purpose
Chinese Crested
Origin:
Developed in ancient China as companion dogs for Chinese sailors, these small dogs served as ratters on ships while traveling maritime trade routes during the Han dynasty.
Redbone Coonhound
Origin:
Developed in the American South during the 1800s, Redbone Coonhounds excelled at tracking and treeing game, particularly raccoons and cougars, proving invaluable to hunters in challenging terrain.
Special Considerations
Chinese Crested
Hairless variety needs sun protection and regular skin care. Both varieties require dental attention and protection from extreme temperatures.
Redbone Coonhound
Regular ear cleaning needed due to long ears. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Strong prey drive requires secure fencing and leashed walks.
Shedding
InfrequentShedding
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