Differences and Similarities between the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

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American Eskimo Dog Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle? 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle 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 American Eskimo Dog and for the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the American Eskimo Dog or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

American Eskimo Dog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

A very important difference between the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The American Eskimo Dog is a small-sized dog while the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the American Eskimo Dog belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Treeing Tennessee Brindle 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.

American Eskimo Dog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the American Eskimo Dog to the Treeing Tennessee Brindle 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor American Eskimo Dog Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Height 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight Starts at 30 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1220 No Data
Price Range $750 – $1500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the American Eskimo Dog 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 Treeing Tennessee Brindle. 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 American Eskimo Dog is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the American Eskimo Dog is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the American Eskimo Dog!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Below is a list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most different:

  • American Eskimo Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • American Eskimo Dogs adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most similar:

  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of American Eskimo Dog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

    American Eskimo Dogs weigh Starts at 30 pounds when fully grown. American Eskimo Dogs are 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Treeing Tennessee Brindles weigh 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Tennessee Brindles are 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of American Eskimo Dog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of American Eskimo Dogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of American Eskimo Dogs is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindles is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindles is 11.0 years.

    American Eskimo Dogs live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: American Eskimo Dog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    American Eskimo Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do American Eskimo Dogs shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    American Eskimo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the American Eskimo Dog or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    American Eskimo Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the American Eskimo Dog or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    American Eskimo Dogs are moderately easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

    Does the American Eskimo Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles 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 American Eskimo Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    American Eskimo Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    American Eskimo Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: American Eskimo Dog vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    American Eskimo Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Eskimo Dog or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    American Eskimo Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are American Eskimo Dogs good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    American Eskimo Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are American Eskimo Dogs and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    American Eskimo Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the American Eskimo Dog Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    American Eskimo Dogs are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the American Eskimo Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    American Eskimo Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Eskimo Dog or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    American Eskimo Dogs are very good for new dog owners.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Eskimo Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the American Eskimo Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the American Eskimo Dog:

  • English Cocker Spaniel (79 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Keeshond (82 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Keeshond.
  • West Highland White Terrier (81 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs West Highland White Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Tennessee Brindle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Treeing Tennessee Brindle:

  • Bracco Italiano (78 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the American Eskimo Dog vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Hovawart (76 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the American Eskimo Dog vs Hovawart.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the American Eskimo Dog and how the Treeing Tennessee Brindle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the American Eskimo Dog and of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle to other breeds:

    American Eskimo Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Italian Greyhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Weimaraner     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boerboel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Beaglier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Field Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Peek A Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Komondor     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Maremma Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Maremma Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pharaoh Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Catahoula Bulldog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Sussex Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Italian Greyhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cockapoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus West Highland White Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kuvasz     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shiloh Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bearded Collie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Setter     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Schipperke     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Basenji     

    Conclusion: American Eskimo Dog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle. 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you and your family.