A Detailed Comparison of the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

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Golden Retriever Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Golden Retriever versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Golden Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

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.

Golden Retriever versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Golden Retriever Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Height 21 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 55 to 75 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1870 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2200 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (evaluations annually for the dog`s lifetime)
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever is 73 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 Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a better pet than the Golden Retriever. 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 Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

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

    • The Similarities Between the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Both the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Golden Retriever and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

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

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

    Golden Retrievers weigh 55 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Golden Retrievers are 21 to 24 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 Golden Retriever versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Golden Retrievers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Golden Retrievers is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindles is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindles is 11.0 years.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Golden Retriever versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Golden Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Golden Retrievers shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retriever or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Golden Retrievers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Golden Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Golden Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Golden Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Golden Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Golden Retrievers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Golden Retriever vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retriever or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Golden Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Golden Retrievers good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retrievers and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Golden Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Golden Retriever Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Golden Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Golden Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retriever or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Golden Retrievers are OK for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Golden Retriever

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

  • Aussiedoodle (74 percent match with Golden Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Aussiedoodle.
  • Irish Setter (72 percent match with Golden Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Irish Setter.
  • Labrador Retriever (75 percent match with Golden Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Labrador Retriever.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Golden Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

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