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

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Havanese Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Havanese versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Havanese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

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.

Havanese versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

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

Factor Havanese Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 7 to 13 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Height 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2180 No Data
Price Range $1700 – $2750 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Havanese 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 Havanese is 91 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 Havanese is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the Havanese!

    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 Havanese 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 Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Havaneses require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.
  • Havaneses adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Havaneses are good for new dog owners. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Havanese and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.

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

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

    Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 to 11 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 Havanese versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.

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

    Havaneses live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Havaneses do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Havaneses shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Havaneses 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.

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

    Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

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

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

    Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

    Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Havaneses 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 Havaneses and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

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

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

    Havaneses are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

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

    Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Havaneses 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 Havanese

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

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Bichon Frise.
  • Cavachon (84 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Cavachon.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Bich Poo.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Havanese versus Clumber Spaniel     Havanese versus Yorkshire Terrier     Havanese versus Samoyed     Havanese versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Havanese versus West Highland White Terrier     Havanese versus Shichon     Havanese versus Great Pyrenees     Havanese versus Mastiff     Havanese versus Brittany     Havanese versus Afghan Hound     Havanese versus Shichon     Havanese versus Swedish Vallhund     Havanese versus Boxerdoodle     Havanese versus Patterdale Terrier     Havanese versus Sheepadoodle     Havanese versus Hovawart     Havanese versus Norwegian Buhund     Havanese versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Havanese versus Silky Terrier     Havanese versus Dutch Shepherd     Havanese versus Clumber Spaniel     Havanese versus Afador     Havanese versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Havanese versus Bullmastiff     Havanese versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Xoloitzcuintli     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Whoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Morkie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Norwegian Lundehund     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Leonberger     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bearded Collie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Greyhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Brittany     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black Mouth Cur     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boerboel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Schnoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boxer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chihuahua     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Skye Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Harrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Siberian Husky     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Australian Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pomchi     

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