Breed Comparison: Dachshund Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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Dachshund Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Dachshund 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 Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dachshund 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 Dachshund 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dachshund 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 Dachshund or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Dachshund versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are Hound Dogs. This means both the Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle 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.

Dachshund versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dachshund 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.

Factor Dachshund Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Weight 16 to 32 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
General Health 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 5/5
Height 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1730 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $2000 No Data
Temperament Score 69.4 percent No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
    		•  No Data

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Dachshund 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 a Dachshund is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Treeing Tennessee Brindle is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a better pet than the Dachshund. 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 Dachshund 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 Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Dachshunds adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Dachshunds 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.
  • Dachshunds 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 Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not easy to train.
  • Both the Dachshund 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 Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

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

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

    Dachshunds weigh 16 to 32 pounds when fully grown. Dachshunds are 8 inches to 9 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.

    Can Dachshunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Dachshunds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Which one drools more, the Dachshund or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Dachshunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Dachshunds are not easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dachshund versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Dachshunds can be left alone only for a short time.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

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

    Dachshunds 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 Dachshund or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Dachshunds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Do Dachshunds shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Dachshunds shed moderately.

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

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

    Dachshunds are moderately easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Dachshunds are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

    Dachshunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    Dachshunds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    How Kid-friendly are Dachshunds and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

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

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

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

    Dachshunds 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.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dachshund vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Dachshunds 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.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund

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

  • Dandie Dinmont Terrier (71 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
  • Lhasa Apso (71 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Manchester Terrier (75 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Miniature Pinscher (72 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Miniature Pinscher.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Dachshund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dachshund versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Dachshund versus Pug     Dachshund versus Patterdale Terrier     Dachshund versus Norwegian Lundehund     Dachshund versus Bernedoodle     Dachshund versus Australian Kelpie     Dachshund versus Lakeland Terrier     Dachshund versus American Bulldog     Dachshund versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Dachshund versus Pyrenean Shepherd     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Tibetan Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Azawakh     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Miniature Pinscher     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Border Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pug     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chihuahua     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boxer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Miniature Poodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Whoodle     

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