Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

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Brussels Griffon Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Brussels Griffon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Brussels Griffon 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.

Brussels Griffon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Brussels Griffon 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 Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Brussels Griffon Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 2/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
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
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 7 to 12 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Height 7 to 8 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2430 No Data
Price Range $1899 – $3000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Brussels Griffon 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 Brussels Griffon is 72 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 Brussels Griffon. 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 Brussels Griffon 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 Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    • Brussels Griffons have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Brussels Griffons 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.
    • Brussels Griffons adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Brussels Griffons 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 Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    • Both the Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
    • Both the Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Brussels Griffon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    Size Comparison of Brussels Griffon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Brussels Griffons weigh 7 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Brussels Griffons are 7 to 8 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 Brussels Griffon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Brussels Griffons is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Brussels Griffons 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.

    Brussels Griffons live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Brussels Griffon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Brussels Griffons do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Brussels Griffons shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Brussels Griffons shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Brussels Griffon or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Brussels Griffons drool moderately.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Brussels Griffons are moderately easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Brussels Griffons 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 Brussels Griffons Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Brussels Griffons 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 Brussels Griffons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Brussels Griffons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Brussels Griffon vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Brussels Griffons 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 Brussels Griffons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Brussels Griffons cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

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

    Brussels Griffons get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Brussels Griffons good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Brussels Griffons 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 Brussels Griffons and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Brussels Griffons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Brussels Griffon Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Brussels Griffons are fairly easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Brussels Griffon Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Brussels Griffons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Brussels Griffons are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

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