Differences and Similarities between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound.

Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022

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Doberman Pinscher Versus Bluetick Coonhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick 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 Doberman Pinscher and for the Bluetick 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Doberman Pinscher or the Bluetick Coonhound.

Doberman Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound

Doberman Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog while the Bluetick Coonhound is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Doberman Pinscher belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Bluetick 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.

Doberman Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the Bluetick 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound

FactorDoberman PinscherBluetick Coonhound
Tolerates Cold Weather1/53/5
Dog Friendly1/53/5
General Health1/54/5
Low Prey Drive5/52/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl5/52/5
Life Span10 to 13 years10 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone2/52/5
Does NOT chew on things4/53/5
Tendency NOT to Wander4/51/5
Height24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder23 to 30 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living3/52/5
Good For Novice Owners3/52/5
Kid-Friendly3/55/5
Friendly Toward Strangers3/53/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight3/53/5
NOT Rambunctious3/51/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/52/5
Minimal Exercise Needs3/51/5
Tolerates Hot Weather4/53/5
Does NOT Shed2/54/5
Does NOT Drool2/54/5
Easygoing1/51/5
Affectionate With Family5/55/5
Easy To Groom5/55/5
Easy To Train5/52/5
Intelligence5/54/5
Potential For Playfulness5/55/5
Weight60 to 80 pounds45 to 100 pounds
Average Lifespan11.5 years11.0 years
Average Price$1910$770
Price Range$1100 – $2500$500 – $995
Temperament Score79.5 percent100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Working Aptitude
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds15131
    *Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Doberman Pinscher 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 Bluetick 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 Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Bluetick Coonhound is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Bluetick Coonhound. So, you should get a Doberman Pinscher!

    Doberman Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound

    Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound are most different:

  • Doberman Pinschers have the tendency to develop certain health problems. However, Bluetick Coonhounds are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Doberman Pinschers have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Bluetick Coonhounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Bluetick Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Bluetick Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train. However, Bluetick Coonhounds are not easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound

    The Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound are most similar:

  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound are very playful.
  • Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound.

    The Doberman Pinscher weighs 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. The Doberman Pinscher is 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, the Bluetick Coonhound weighs 45 to 100 pounds when fully grown. The Bluetick Coonhound is 23 to 30 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Size of Doberman Pinscher versus Size of Bluetick Coonhound

    Appearance (Colors) of the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound

    Doberman Pinscher Colors

    The Doberman Pinscher comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Black
    • Bicolor
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Merle (Blue)
    • Gray / Blue / Silver
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)

    The Doberman Pinscher comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • Black
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange

    Bluetick Coonhound Colors

    The Bluetick Coonhound comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Black
    • White / Cream
    • Gray / Blue / Silver
    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Merle (Blue)
    • Bicolor
    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Brindle

    The Bluetick Coonhound comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • Black
    • White / Cream
    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Merle (Blue)
    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • Gray / Blue / Silver
    • Apricot / Beige

    Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound

    The lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is 11.5 years.

    The lifespan of the Bluetick Coonhound is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Bluetick Coonhound is 11.0 years.

    The Doberman Pinscher live longer than the Bluetick Coonhound.

    Doberman Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound

    Temperament of the Doberman Pinscher Versus the Bluetick Coonhound

    The Bluetick Coonhound has a better temperament than the Doberman Pinscher.

    This is because the temperament score for the Bluetick Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Doberman Pinscher is 79.5 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 79.5 percent, the Doberman Pinscher has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Bluetick Coonhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 1780 Doberman Pinschers and 2 Bluetick Coonhounds.

    Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Bluetick Coonhound

    The average price of the Doberman Pinscher puppy is $1910. The price of the Doberman Pinscher typically ranges from $1100 – $2500. However, the price of a Doberman Pinscher can be as low as $300 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 476 Doberman Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Bluetick Coonhound puppy is $770. The price of the Bluetick Coonhound typically ranges from $500 – $995. However, the price of the Bluetick Coonhound can be as low as $100 and as high as $3950. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 150 Bluetick Coonhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Doberman Pinscher is more expensive than the Bluetick Coonhound.

    Doberman Pinscher Bluetick Coonhound
    Average Price $1910 $770
    Price Range $1100 to $2500 $500 to $995

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Bluetick Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Bluetick Coonhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bluetick Coonhounds

    A breakdown of the prices of Bluetick Coonhounds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Doberman Pinscher puppy or the Bluetick 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.

    Doberman Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound

    Adopting the Doberman Pinscher versus Adopting the Bluetick Coonhound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Doberman Pinschers and many Bluetick 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 Doberman Pinscher named Justice that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Doberman Pinschers like Justice on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Doberman Pinschers, Bluetick Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Trapper is a Male Bluetick Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Bluetick Coonhounds like Trapper that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Ricky is the name of another Doberman Pinscher (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Blue is an adorable Male Bluetick Coonhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Doberman Pinschers and Bluetick Coonhounds are always available for adoption. Images and image labels from petfinder.com

    You can find more Doberman Pinschers and Bluetick Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Doberman Pinscher versus Popularity of Bluetick 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Doberman Pinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Bluetick Coonhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Doberman Pinscher is 15 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Bluetick Coonhound is 131 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Doberman Pinscher

    Popularity of Doberman Pinscher

    Popularity of Bluetick Coonhound

    Popularity of Bluetick Coonhound

    Year Doberman Pinscher Popularity Rank Bluetick Coonhound Popularity Rank
    2013 12 128
    2014 14 130
    2015 14 123
    2016 15 121
    2017 16 132
    2018 17 130
    2019 19 138
    2020 18 137
    2021 16 140

    Health Problems of Doberman Pinscher versus Health Problems of Bluetick Coonhound

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Doberman Pinscher is prone to more genetic health problems than the Bluetick Coonhound.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Doberman Pinscher than for the Bluetick Coonhound.

    6 health tests are recommended for Doberman Pinscher while 1 tests are recommended for the Bluetick Coonhound.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Doberman Pinschers and in Bluetick Coonhounds.

    Doberman Pinscher Health Problems

    Doberman Pinschers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Doberman Pinscher puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Doberman Pinscher puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Doberman Pinscher breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Doberman Pinschers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Working Aptitude

  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Doberman Pinschers here.

    Bluetick Coonhound Health Problems

    Bluetick Coonhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Bluetick Coonhound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Bluetick Coonhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Bluetick Coonhound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Bluetick Coonhounds for:

  • Hip Dysplasia

  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Bluetick Coonhounds here.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound

    Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Bluetick Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Bluetick Coonhounds?

    Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Bluetick Coonhounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bluetick Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Bluetick Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bluetick Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Bluetick Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Bluetick Coonhounds?

    Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Bluetick Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Bluetick Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.

    Bluetick Coonhounds are not easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bluetick Coonhound

    Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Bluetick Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Bluetick Coonhounds?

    Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Bluetick Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bluetick Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Bluetick 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 Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Bluetick Coonhounds?

    Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Bluetick Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bluetick Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Bluetick Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Bluetick Coonhound

    Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Bluetick Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bluetick Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.

    Bluetick Coonhounds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Bluetick Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Bluetick Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bluetick Coonhound?

    Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

    Bluetick Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

    You may also be interested in how the Doberman Pinscher compares to other breeds aside from the Bluetick Coonhound. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:

    Doberman Pinscher versus Lhasapoo     Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog     Doberman Pinscher versus Welsh Terrier     Doberman Pinscher versus Saint Berdoodle     Doberman Pinscher versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Doberman Pinscher versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Doberman Pinscher versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Doberman Pinscher versus Gordon Setter     Doberman Pinscher versus Dachshund     Doberman Pinscher versus Siberian Husky     Doberman Pinscher versus Finnish Spitz     Doberman Pinscher versus Australian Kelpie     Doberman Pinscher versus Kishu Ken     Doberman Pinscher versus Sheepadoodle     Doberman Pinscher versus Shihpoo     Doberman Pinscher versus Chorkie     Doberman Pinscher versus Standard Schnauzer     

    Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Bluetick 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bluetick Coonhound better suits you and your family.