Differences and Similarities between the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

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Chinook Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Chinook versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Chinook belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

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.

Chinook versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

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

Factor Chinook Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Height 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
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
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

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

    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 Chinook 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 Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Chinooks require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.
  • Chinooks adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chinook 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 Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chinook and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.

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

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

    Chinooks weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Chinooks are 21 to 27 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 Chinook versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Chinooks is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chinooks 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.

    Chinooks live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Chinooks do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chinooks shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Chinooks 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 Chinook or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Chinooks 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 Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Chinooks 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 Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    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 Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinooks 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 Chinook or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Chinooks 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 Chinooks and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

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

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

    Chinooks are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

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

    Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Chinooks 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 Chinook

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

  • Keeshond (76 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Keeshond.
  • King Shepherd (75 percent match with Chinook). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs King Shepherd.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinook versus Saint Berdoodle     Chinook versus Lakeland Terrier     Chinook versus Pekingese     Chinook versus Black Mouth Cur     Chinook versus Harrier     Chinook versus Shih Tzu     Chinook versus Japanese Spitz     Chinook versus Karelian Bear Dog     Chinook versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Chinook versus Plott     Chinook versus Morkie     Chinook versus Jack Russell Terrier     Chinook versus Beaglier     Chinook versus Tibetan Spaniel     Chinook versus Black Russian Terrier     Chinook versus Chorkie     Chinook versus Sussex Spaniel     Chinook versus Shetland Sheepdog     Chinook versus Sealyham Terrier     Chinook versus Pointer     Chinook versus Akita Chow     Chinook versus Irish Setter     Chinook versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Chinook versus Goldendoodle     Chinook versus Beagle     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Springer Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Border Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Akbash     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Afghan Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Airedale Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Labradoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Airedale Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Standard Poodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Finnish Spitz     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Clumber Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Havanese     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Cocker Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shiba Inu     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boston Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Azawakh     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Westiepoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Belgian Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Clumber Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Finnish Lapphund     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shetland Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bernese Mountain Dog     

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