Breed Comparison: Japanese Spitz Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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Japanese Spitz Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Japanese Spitz versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Japanese Spitz 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.

Japanese Spitz versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Japanese Spitz Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Height 10 to 16 inches 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 16 years 10 to 12 years
Weight 11 to 20 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1600 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz is 90 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 Japanese Spitz is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the Japanese Spitz!

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 Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Japanese Spitzs adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Japanese Spitzs 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.

    • The Similarities Between the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Japanese Spitz and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

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

    Japanese Spitzs weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Spitzs are 10 to 16 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.

    Lifespan of Japanese Spitz versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Spitzs is 13.0 years.

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

    Japanese Spitzs live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Japanese Spitz versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Japanese Spitzs do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Japanese Spitzs shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Japanese Spitzs shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Japanese Spitz or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Japanese Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Japanese Spitzs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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 Japanese Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Japanese Spitzs 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.

    Can Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Japanese Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Japanese Spitz vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitz or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Japanese Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Japanese Spitzs good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitzs and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Japanese Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Japanese Spitz Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Japanese Spitzs are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Japanese Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Japanese Spitzs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitz

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

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Bordoodle (81 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Bordoodle.
  • Dutch Shepherd (79 percent match with Japanese Spitz). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Dutch Shepherd.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Japanese Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Japanese Spitz versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Japanese Spitz versus Miniature Pinscher     Japanese Spitz versus Aussiedoodle     Japanese Spitz versus Barbet     Japanese Spitz versus Australian Kelpie     Japanese Spitz versus Goldador     Japanese Spitz versus Sloughi     Japanese Spitz versus Norwegian Buhund     Japanese Spitz versus Kooikerhondje     Japanese Spitz versus American Hairless Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Bernedoodle     Japanese Spitz versus Lowchen     Japanese Spitz versus American Hairless Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Tibetan Terrier     Japanese Spitz versus Shihpoo     Japanese Spitz versus Labradoodle     Japanese Spitz versus Catahoula Bulldog     Japanese Spitz versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Japanese Spitz versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Japanese Spitz versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Japanese Spitz versus Brussels Griffon     Japanese Spitz versus Vizsla     Japanese Spitz versus Maremma Sheepdog     Japanese Spitz versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Japanese Spitz versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dogo Argentino     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Italian Greyhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus West Highland White Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Akita     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shichon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Toy Poodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Maremma Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Toy Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Brussels Griffon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Barbet     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Karelian Bear Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Affenpinscher     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Spinone Italiano     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus King Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Silky Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Aussiedoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Basset Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chi-Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lakeland Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Greyhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Springer Spaniel     

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