Breed Comparison: Kai Ken Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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Kai Ken Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Kai Ken versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Kai Ken 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.

Kai Ken versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Kai Ken Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Life Span 12 to 16 years 10 to 12 years
Height 17 to 22 inches 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Weight 25 to 45 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken. 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 Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Kai Kens 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 Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very sensitive to their enviroment. They can tolerate noisy environments. They are also not very sensitive to the tone of your voice, firm or gentle.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kai Ken and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 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 Kai Ken versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.

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

    Kai Kens live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kai Kens shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Kai Kens 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 Kai Ken or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Kai Kens 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 Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Kai Kens 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 Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Kai Kens 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.

    Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Kai Kens 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 Kai Ken or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Kai Kens 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 Kai Kens and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Kai Kens 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 Kai Ken or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Kai Kens are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken

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

  • Icelandic Sheepdog (78 percent match with Kai Ken). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Kishu Ken (79 percent match with Kai Ken). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Kishu Ken.
  • 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 Kai Ken vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Hovawart (76 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the Kai Ken vs Hovawart.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kai Ken versus Pomsky     Kai Ken versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Kai Ken versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Kai Ken versus Yorkipoo     Kai Ken versus Akita     Kai Ken versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Kai Ken versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Kai Ken versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Kai Ken versus Bullmastiff     Kai Ken versus Chow Chow     Kai Ken versus Kishu Ken     Kai Ken versus Kishu Ken     Kai Ken versus Bull Terrier     Kai Ken versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Kai Ken versus Maremma Sheepdog     Kai Ken versus Afador     Kai Ken versus Boston Terrier     Kai Ken versus Bulldog     Kai Ken versus Maremma Sheepdog     Kai Ken versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Kai Ken versus Goldador     Kai Ken versus Saint Berdoodle     Kai Ken versus Lowchen     Kai Ken versus Bouvier des Flandres     Kai Ken versus Irish Wolfhound     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kai Ken     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Toy Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Greyhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shiba Inu     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Setter     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Setter     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Water Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chinese Crested     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bracco Italiano     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Patterdale Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Miniature Poodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kooikerhondje     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bulldog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pomapoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boerboel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Australian Kelpie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Golden Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Clumber Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black and Tan Coonhound     

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