Is the Catahoula Bulldog Better than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle as a Pet? Answer…

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Catahoula Bulldog Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Catahoula Bulldog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Catahoula Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

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.

Catahoula Bulldog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Catahoula Bulldog 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 Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Catahoula Bulldog Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Easygoing 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Height 24 to 26 inches 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Weight 75 to 100 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $700 No Data
Price Range $500 – $850 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Catahoula Bulldog 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 Catahoula Bulldog is 68 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 Catahoula Bulldog. 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 Catahoula Bulldog 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 Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Catahoula Bulldogs 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.
  • The Similarities Between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very sensitive to their enviroment. They can tolerate noisy environments. They are also not very sensitive to the tone of your voice, firm or gentle.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not easy to train.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog 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 Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Catahoula Bulldog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Catahoula Bulldogs weigh 75 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Catahoula Bulldogs are 24 to 26 inches 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 Catahoula Bulldog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Catahoula Bulldogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Catahoula Bulldogs is 12.0 years.

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

    Catahoula Bulldogs live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Catahoula Bulldog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Catahoula Bulldogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Catahoula Bulldogs shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Catahoula Bulldogs 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 Catahoula Bulldog or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Catahoula Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Catahoula Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Catahoula Bulldogs 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 Catahoula Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Catahoula Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Catahoula Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Catahoula Bulldog vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Catahoula Bulldogs 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 Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Catahoula Bulldogs 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 Catahoula Bulldog or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Catahoula Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Catahoula Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Catahoula Bulldogs 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 Catahoula Bulldogs and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Catahoula Bulldogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Catahoula Bulldog Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Catahoula Bulldogs are not easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Catahoula Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Catahoula Bulldogs 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 Catahoula Bulldog or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Catahoula Bulldogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Catahoula Bulldog

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

  • Dogo Argentino (76 percent match with Catahoula Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Fila Brasileiro (75 percent match with Catahoula Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Fila Brasileiro.
  • Mountain Cur (73 percent match with Catahoula Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Mountain Cur.
  • 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 Catahoula Bulldog vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Hovawart (76 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs Hovawart.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Catahoula Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Newfoundland     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Basset Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavachon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus French Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Xoloitzcuintli     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Puggle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Akita     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cocker Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cairn Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Standard Poodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Miniature Poodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Affenpinscher     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cockalier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shichon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Fila Brasileiro     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Alaskan Malamute     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shiba Inu     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Newfoundland     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kooikerhondje     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pharaoh Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black and Tan Coonhound     

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