Breed Comparison: Lagotto Romagnolo Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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Lagotto Romagnolo Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Lagotto Romagnolo versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Lagotto Romagnolo 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.

Lagotto Romagnolo versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Lagotto Romagnolo 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 Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Lagotto Romagnolo Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 5/5
Life Span 14 to 17 years 10 to 12 years
Height 14 to 19 inches 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Weight 24 to 35 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 15.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $5210 No Data
Price Range $4994 – $5819 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Benign Familial Juvenile Epilepsy
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye examination each year, results registered with the OFA.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Lagotto Storage Disease
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lagotto Romagnolo 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 Lagotto Romagnolo is 80 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 Lagotto Romagnolo is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the Lagotto Romagnolo!

    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 Lagotto Romagnolo 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 Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Lagotto Romagnolos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Lagotto Romagnolos 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 Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Lagotto Romagnolo 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 Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.

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

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

    Lagotto Romagnolos weigh 24 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Lagotto Romagnolos are 14 to 19 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 Lagotto Romagnolo versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolos is between 14 to 17 years. The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolos is 15.5 years.

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

    Lagotto Romagnolos live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Lagotto Romagnolo versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Lagotto Romagnolos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Lagotto Romagnolos shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Lagotto Romagnolos 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 Lagotto Romagnolo or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Lagotto Romagnolos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Lagotto Romagnolos 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 Lagotto Romagnolos Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Lagotto Romagnolos bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Lagotto Romagnolos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Lagotto Romagnolos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Lagotto Romagnolo vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Lagotto Romagnolos 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 Lagotto Romagnolos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Lagotto Romagnolos 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 Lagotto Romagnolo or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Lagotto Romagnolos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Lagotto Romagnolos good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Lagotto Romagnolos are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Lagotto Romagnolos and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Lagotto Romagnolos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Lagotto Romagnolo Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Lagotto Romagnolos are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Lagotto Romagnolo Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Lagotto Romagnolos 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 Lagotto Romagnolo or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Lagotto Romagnolos 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 Lagotto Romagnolo

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

  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with Lagotto Romagnolo). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (77 percent match with Lagotto Romagnolo). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Lagotto Romagnolo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lagotto Romagnolo versus Mal Shi     Lagotto Romagnolo versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Saluki     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Jack Russell Terrier     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Bernedoodle     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Mudi     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Pomchi     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Great Dane     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Lagotto Romagnolo versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Finnish Lapphund     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Havanese     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Peek A Poo     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Pharaoh Hound     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Belgian Tervuren     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Pomsky     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Norwich Terrier     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Bich Poo     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Basenji     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Yorkshire Terrier     Lagotto Romagnolo versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Great Dane     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Swedish Vallhund     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavachon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Hovawart     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Australian Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pug     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Berger Picard     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lakeland Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chorkie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Japanese Spitz     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Frenchton     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Korean Jindo Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pomapoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Norfolk Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Valley Bulldog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Portuguese Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Gordon Setter     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Schnoodle     

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