Basenji versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Basenji Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Basenji 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 Basenji 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 Basenji 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 Basenji or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Basenji versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are Hound Dogs. This means both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle 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.

Basenji versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Basenji 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 Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Basenji Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Easy To Train 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Height 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
General Health 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 3/5
Weight 22 to 24 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2320 No Data
Price Range $1450 – $1500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Basenji Night Blindness / PRA DNA Test
  • Eye Examination each year until 6, thereafter every 2 years
  • Fanconi syndrome
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • OFA/U of Missouri
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Basenji 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 Basenji is 83 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 Basenji is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the Basenji!

    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 Basenji 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 Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Below is a list of where the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most different:

  • Basenjis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Basenjis do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Basenjis adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Basenjis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, 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.

    • The Similarities Between the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle not very playful.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Basenji versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

    Basenjis weigh 22 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Basenjis are 16 to 17 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 Basenji versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Basenjis is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Basenjis is 11.0 years.

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Basenji versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Basenjis can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Basenjis shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Basenji or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Basenjis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Basenji or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Basenjis are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Basenji Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Basenjis 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.

    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 Basenjis Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

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

    Can Basenjis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Basenjis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Basenji vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Basenjis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily 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 Basenjis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Basenjis can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

    Basenjis get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Basenjis good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Basenjis 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 Basenjis and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Basenjis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Basenji Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Basenjis are not easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Basenji Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Basenjis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Basenjis 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 Basenji

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Basenji 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 Basenji:

  • Italian Greyhound (69 percent match with Basenji). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Italian Greyhound.
  • Whippet (69 percent match with Basenji). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Whippet.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Basenji Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Basenji versus Sussex Spaniel     Basenji versus Sloughi     Basenji versus Dogo Argentino     Basenji versus Sheepadoodle     Basenji versus Bulldog     Basenji versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Basenji versus Border Terrier     Basenji versus Hovawart     Basenji versus Redbone Coonhound     Basenji versus Puli     Basenji versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Basenji versus Whippet     Basenji versus Australian Shepherd     Basenji versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Basenji versus Rottweiler     Basenji versus Spanish Mastiff     Basenji versus Bedlington Terrier     Basenji versus Aussiedoodle     Basenji versus Brittany     Basenji versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Basenji versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Basenji versus Portuguese Water Dog     Basenji versus Pointer     Basenji versus Komondor     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Affenhuahua     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chow Chow     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Basenji     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Akbash     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Setter     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shiba Inu     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Golden Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Belgian Malinois     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bloodhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Akbash     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Aussiedoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cocker Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Yorkipoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Ibizan Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bouvier des Flandres     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavachon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Alaskan Malamute     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Cocker Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Carolina Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Australian Kelpie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Scottish Deerhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lagotto Romagnolo     

    Conclusion: Basenji 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 Basenji and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you and your family.