Bluetick Coonhound vs German Shepherd

Compare the Bluetick Coonhound to the German Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bluetick Coonhounds and German Shepherds.

Bluetick Coonhound vs German Shepherd
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
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General Details
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
21-27 Inches
22-26 Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
75-95 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1900 AD
1899 AD
Temperament
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
High
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Average Lifespan
11-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Krabbe disease
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Cherry eye
Lens luxation
Panosteitis
Megaesophagus
Hypertrophic osteodystrophy
Degenerative myelopathy
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Heart problems
Blindness
Diabetes
Wobbler Syndrome
Osteochondrosis
Cruciate ligament rupture
Pannus
Digestive problems
Lupus
Vitiligo
Paralysis
Perianal fistula
Chronic diarrhea
Nail bed disease
Myasthenia gravis
Hemophilia A
Hemophilia B
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Bluetick Coonhound
German Shepherd
Breed Colors
Blue ticked
Blue ticked
Black
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Cream
Black and Red
Black and Red
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
White
White
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