Is the Fila Brasileiro Better than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle as a Pet? Answer…

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Fila Brasileiro Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Fila Brasileiro versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Fila Brasileiro 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.

Fila Brasileiro versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 3/5
Height 24 to 30 inches 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Life Span 9 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Weight 90 to 180 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 10.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1270 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $1400 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data 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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro is 62 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 Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Similarities Between the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not easy to train.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle not very playful.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

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

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

    Fila Brasileiros weigh 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Fila Brasileiros are 24 to 30 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.

    Is the Fila Brasileiro Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Fila Brasileiros 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 Fila Brasileiro or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Do Fila Brasileiros shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Fila Brasileiros 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.

    Is the Fila Brasileiro Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Fila Brasileiro versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Fila Brasileiros 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.

    Are Fila Brasileiros good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Fila Brasileiros and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Which one drools more, the Fila Brasileiro or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

    Do Fila Brasileiros Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Fila Brasileiro vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Fila Brasileiros 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.

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

    Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Fila Brasileiros 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.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Fila Brasileiro

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

  • Afador (75 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Afador.
  • Cane Corso (76 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Cane Corso.
  • Dogo Argentino (80 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Boerboel (78 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Boerboel.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Fila Brasileiro Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Fila Brasileiro versus Berger Picard     Fila Brasileiro versus Alaskan Malamute     Fila Brasileiro versus Lhasapoo     Fila Brasileiro versus French Bulldog     Fila Brasileiro versus Chinook     Fila Brasileiro versus Chow Chow     Fila Brasileiro versus Puggle     Fila Brasileiro versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Fila Brasileiro versus Toy Fox Terrier     Fila Brasileiro versus Mountain Cur     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Siberian Husky     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Sloughi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Silky Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Plott     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Basenji     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Afghan Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Aussiedoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Korean Jindo Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Wolfhound     

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