How tall is a Redbone Coonhound?

An adult Redbone Coonhound stands about 25 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Redbone Coonhound considered a large dog?

Yes — at 25" / 58 lb, the Redbone Coonhound falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #63 tallest.

How does a Redbone Coonhound compare to a person?

At 25" tall, a Redbone Coonhound stands about 39% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Redbone Coonhound Size Compared to a Person

A Redbone Coonhound stands 25″ at the shoulder and weighs about 58 lb — that puts it at 39% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #63 by shoulder height and falls into the large-breed size class (Large breeds, 23–27").

Redbone Coonhound next to a person at scale — 25-inch shoulder height, 58 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Redbone Coonhound at 25″ / 58 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Redbone Coonhound compares

	Redbone Coonhound	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	25″	64″	-39″
Weight	58 lb	135 lb	-77 lb

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About the Redbone Coonhound

The Redbone Coonhound is a strikingly beautiful American hound known for its sleek, solid red coat and exceptional tracking ability. Bred in the southern United States for hunting bear, raccoon, and cougar, the Redbone is a relentless scent hound with a melodious voice and an easygoing temperament. Their muscular build, pleading dark eyes, and long velvety ears give them a handsome, noble appearance.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Large size class with shoulder height closest to the Redbone Coonhound.

Alaskan Malamute — 25″ / 85 lb (same height)
American English Coonhound — 25″ / 55 lb (same height)
Belgian Malinois — 25″ / 70 lb (same height)
Belgian Shepherd — 25″ / 65 lb (same height)
Belgian Tervuren — 25″ / 65 lb (same height)
Bluetick Coonhound — 25″ / 68 lb (same height)
Briard — 25″ / 78 lb (same height)
Bullmasador — 25″ / 100 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Redbone Coonhound?: An adult Redbone Coonhound stands about 25 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Redbone Coonhound considered a large dog?: Yes — at 25" / 58 lb, the Redbone Coonhound falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #63 tallest.
How does a Redbone Coonhound compare to a person?: At 25" tall, a Redbone Coonhound stands about 39% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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