American English Coonhound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Belgian Tervuren Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Belgian Tervuren

12-14 years

Easiest to Train

Australian Cattle Dog

5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

4/6

67%

American English Coonhound

5/6

83%

Australian Cattle Dog

5/6

83%

Belgian Tervuren

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
United S
Australi
Belgium
Popularity
#178
#56
#103
Common Names & Aliases
Redtick CoonhoundEnglish Coonhound
Blue HeelerCattle DogRed HeelerQueensland Heeler
Tervuren
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Large
Medium
Large
Weight Statistics
18-30 kg
13-28 kg
Male: 29-34 kg, Female: 27-32 kg
Average Weight
18-30 kg
20.9 kg
Male: 31.8 kg, Female: 29.5 kg
Height
53-69 cm
Male: 43-51 cm, Female: 43-48 cm
Male: 61-66 cm, Female: 56-61 cm
Average Height
53-69 cm
Male: 47 cm, Female: 45.5 cm
Male: 63.5 cm, Female: 58.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
2/5
5/5
4.5/5
Watchdog Rating
4/5
5/5
5/5
Training Difficulty
5/5
4/5
5/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
5/5
4/5
Price Range
$1000-$1200
$500-$700
$1200-$1400
Availability
4/5
5/5
4/5
Personality Traits
ActiveStrungEnergeticLoyal
AggressiveEnergeticLoyalResponsiveAlertIntelligentProtective
AlertEnergeticLoyalAttentiveIntelligentProtective
Sensitivity Level
5/5
4/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
5/5
4/5
1/5
Prey Drive
5/5
4/5
4/5
Affection Level
4/5
3/5
4/5
Social Needs
4/5
3/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
2/5
2/5
5/5
Playful Nature
4/5
5/5
5/5
Apartment Adaptability
3/5
1/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
3/5
3/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Moderate
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
5/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
10-12 years
11-15 years
12-14 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
BloatCataractsEar InfectionsElbow DysplasiaHip DysplasiaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
DeafnessHip DysplasiaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Not available
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Average
Energy Rating
5/5
5/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
1/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
4/5
5/5
5/5
Obesity Tendency
3/5
4/5
2/5
Food Consumption
3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
BlueRedTricolorTanBrownWhiteBlack
BlueSpeckledRedMottled
BrindleCreamFawnBlack
Grooming Requirements
1/5
1/5
3/5
Shedding Level
3/5
3/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Hard
Dense
ThickDouble
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
4-6 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
3/5
2/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
5/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
2/5
3/5
3/5
Stranger Friendly
2/5
2/5
2/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Average
Below Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Yes
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Yes
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
4-6 puppies
1-7 puppies, average 5
6-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryDog Registry of America Inc.North American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Not available
Winner / Best value