Breed Comparison: Boykin Spaniel Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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Boykin Spaniel Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Boykin Spaniel versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are similar in size. The Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Boykin Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

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.

Boykin Spaniel versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boykin Spaniel 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Boykin Spaniel Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Height 14 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
General Health 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Weight 25 to 40 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1130 No Data
Price Range $962 – $1450 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Collie Eye Anomaly
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • EIC (Exercise Induced Collapse)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Boykin Spaniel 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 Boykin Spaniel is 71 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 Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a better pet than the Boykin Spaniel. So, you should get the Treeing Tennessee Brindle!

    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 Boykin Spaniel 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Boykin Spaniels require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.
  • Boykin Spaniels 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

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

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

    Boykin Spaniels weigh 25 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Boykin Spaniels are 14 to 18 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 Boykin Spaniel versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Boykin Spaniels is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniels 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: Boykin Spaniel versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Boykin Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Boykin Spaniels shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Boykin Spaniels 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 Boykin Spaniel or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Boykin Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Boykin Spaniels require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Boykin Spaniels have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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 Boykin Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Boykin Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Boykin Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Boykin Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Boykin Spaniel vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Boykin Spaniels 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 Boykin Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Boykin Spaniels 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 Boykin Spaniel or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Boykin Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Boykin Spaniels good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Boykin Spaniels 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 Boykin Spaniels and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Boykin Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Boykin Spaniel Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Boykin Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Boykin Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Boykin Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Boykin Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Boykin Spaniel

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

  • Australian Shepherd (79 percent match with Boykin Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Australian Shepherd.
  • Bearded Collie (77 percent match with Boykin Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Bearded Collie.
  • Curly-Coated Retriever (75 percent match with Boykin Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Curly-Coated Retriever.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Boykin Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chi-Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pekingese     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Skye Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Sussex Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Belgian Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Cocker Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Yorkshire Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shichon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Briard     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus French Bulldog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Beagle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Papillon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shiloh Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shichon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Skye Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boerboel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Mudi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Doberman Pinscher     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Tibetan Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chinese Shar-Pei     

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