A Detailed Comparison of the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

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Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Dogue de Bordeaux versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Dogue de Bordeaux 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.

Dogue de Bordeaux versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Height 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Weight Starts at 100 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2270 No Data
Price Range $1800 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is 70 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 Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Below is a list of where the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most different:

  • Dogue de Bordeauxs do not get along well with other dogs. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along well with other dogs.
  • Dogue de Bordeauxs adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not easy to train.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs weigh Starts at 100 pounds when fully grown. Dogue de Bordeauxs are 23 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.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dogue de Bordeaux vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Dogue de Bordeauxs 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Dogue de Bordeauxs do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs 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.

    Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are not easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Do Dogue de Bordeauxs Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Do Dogue de Bordeauxs shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs shed moderately.

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

    Does the Dogue de Bordeaux Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs 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.

    Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Are Dogue de Bordeauxs good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Which one drools more, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Dogue de Bordeauxs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux:

  • Bullmastiff (66 percent match with Dogue de Bordeaux). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Bullmastiff.
  • Mastiff (72 percent match with Dogue de Bordeaux). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Mastiff.
  • Neapolitan Mastiff (67 percent match with Dogue de Bordeaux). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Neapolitan Mastiff.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dogue de Bordeaux versus Saint Bernard     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bloodhound     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Tibetan Spaniel     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Tibetan Spaniel     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Black Russian Terrier     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Valley Bulldog     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Schipperke     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Portuguese Water Dog     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Toy Poodle     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Water Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Tibetan Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pug     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Berger Picard     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Xoloitzcuintli     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Sussex Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bich Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pyredoodle     

    Conclusion: Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you and your family.