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

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Collie Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Collie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

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.

Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

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

Factor Collie Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Height 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
Weight 50 to 70 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1480 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $1800 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Dermatomyositis
  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
    		•  No Data

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

    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 Collie 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 Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Collies require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.
  • Collies 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.

    • The Similarities Between the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Collie 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 Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

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

    Collies weigh 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Collies are 22 to 26 inches all 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 Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Collies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Collies 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.

    Collies live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Collies do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Collies shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Collies 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 Collie or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

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

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

    Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Collies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

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

    Collies get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Collies 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 Collies and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

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

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

    Collies are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

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

    Collies adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Collies 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 Collie

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

  • Keeshond (84 percent match with Collie). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Keeshond.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Collie versus Saluki     Collie versus Brittany     Collie versus Kishu Ken     Collie versus Stabyhoun     Collie versus Fila Brasileiro     Collie versus Bullmastiff     Collie versus Pekingese     Collie versus Kai Ken     Collie versus Beagle     Collie versus Swedish Vallhund     Collie versus Biewer Terrier     Collie versus French Bulldog     Collie versus Labrador Retriever     Collie versus American Water Spaniel     Collie versus Bloodhound     Collie versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Collie versus Boxer     Collie versus Bloodhound     Collie versus Chinook     Collie versus Puggle     Collie versus Bolognese     Collie versus Newfoundland     Collie versus Australian Terrier     Collie versus Great Dane     Collie versus Irish Water Spaniel     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lowchen     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bedlington Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Australian Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Akita Chow     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Akbash     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bearded Collie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Havanese     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Hovawart     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black Mouth Cur     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Valley Bulldog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Morkie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bernedoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Belgian Malinois     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Afador     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Coton de Tulear     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Collie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Harrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shihpoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Labradoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boston Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Tibetan Spaniel     

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