Redbone Coonhound vs Sheltie

Compare the Redbone Coonhound to the Sheltie. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Redbone Coonhounds and Shelties.

Redbone Coonhound vs Sheltie
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
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General Details
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
21-27 Inches
13-16 Inches
Weight
45-70 Pounds
11-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1700 AD
1909 AD
Temperament
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Traits
Loving
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-85 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Coat Maintenance
Low
High to Very High
Shedding
Medium to High
High to Very High
Dander
Medium to High
Medium
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Obesity
Eye problems
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Collie eye anomaly
Drug sensitivity
Heart problems
Trichiasis
Hemophilia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Redbone Coonhound
Sheltie
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Black, White, and Tan
Black, White, and Tan
Blue Merle and White
Blue Merle and White
Blue Merle, White, and Tan
Blue Merle, White, and Tan
White
White
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