Is the King Shepherd Better than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle as a Pet? Answer…

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King Shepherd Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

King Shepherd versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

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.

King Shepherd versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor King Shepherd Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Life Span 10 to 11 years 10 to 12 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Height 25 to 31 inches 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
General Health 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 75 to 150 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 10.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1560 No Data
Price Range $700 – $2500 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 King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd is 84 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 King Shepherd is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the King Shepherd!

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 King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • King Shepherds adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • The Similarities Between the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to train.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the King Shepherd and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of King Shepherd versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 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 King Shepherd versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of King Shepherds is between 10 to 11 years . The average lifespan of King Shepherds is 10.5 years.

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles live longer than King Shepherds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: King Shepherd versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do King Shepherds shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    King Shepherds 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 King Shepherd or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    King Shepherds are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    King Shepherds 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 King Shepherds Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    King Shepherds 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 King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: King Shepherd vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    King Shepherds 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 King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    King Shepherds 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 King Shepherd or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are King Shepherds good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    King Shepherds 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 King Shepherds and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the King Shepherd Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    King Shepherds are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the King Shepherd Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    King Shepherds 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 King Shepherd

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

  • Chinook (75 percent match with King Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Chinook.
  • Shiloh Shepherd (75 percent match with King Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Shiloh 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 King Shepherd vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Hovawart (76 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the King Shepherd vs Hovawart.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    King Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds

    King Shepherd versus Giant Schnauzer     King Shepherd versus Saluki     King Shepherd versus Boxer     King Shepherd versus Field Spaniel     King Shepherd versus Aussiedoodle     King Shepherd versus Frenchton     King Shepherd versus Beaglier     King Shepherd versus Kerry Blue Terrier     King Shepherd versus Chinese Crested     King Shepherd versus Weimaraner     King Shepherd versus Bich Poo     King Shepherd versus Gordon Setter     King Shepherd versus Yorkshire Terrier     King Shepherd versus Tibetan Terrier     King Shepherd versus American Pit Bull Terrier     King Shepherd versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     King Shepherd versus Pekingese     King Shepherd versus American Bulldog     King Shepherd versus Boxer     King Shepherd versus Shihpoo     King Shepherd versus Cavapoo     King Shepherd versus Vizsla     King Shepherd versus Bolognese     King Shepherd versus Airedale Terrier     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Saint Bernard     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black Russian Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cesky Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Karelian Bear Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Greyhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Sealyham Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Airedale Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Komondor     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chow Chow     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Morkie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus French Bulldog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boxer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bichon Frise     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kishu Ken     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Biewer Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Finnish Spitz     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bichon Frise     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Afghan Hound     

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