English Setter vs Redbone Coonhound
Breed Compatibility
88% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Redbone Coonhound: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Redbone Coonhound: Easy Training0.8
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Redbone Coonhound: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Redbone Coonhound5/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Redbone Coonhound5/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Redbone Coonhound3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
English Setter
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Deafness: Hereditary hearing loss
Hypothyroidism: Thyroid hormone deficiency
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Eye Problems: Various ocular conditions
Bloat: Gastric dilatation risk
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
English Setter
Pros
Gentle and friendly temperament
Excellent with children
Athletic and versatile
Good hunting companion
Cons
Regular grooming required
High exercise needs
Can be stubborn
Moderate shedding
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
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Redbone Coonhound Fun Fact
Their distinctive bay can be heard for miles, making them legendary among hunting breeds for their vocal abilities.
Heritage & Purpose
English Setter
Origin:
Developed in England during the 1800s for hunting game birds, these dogs excelled at 'setting' or crouching low when locating birds, allowing hunters to cast nets over the game.
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
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
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.
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