Breed Comparison: Lowchen Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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Lowchen Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Lowchen versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Lowchen 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.

Lowchen versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

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

Factor Lowchen Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Height 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 13 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 9 to 18 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2870 No Data
Price Range $1642 – $4500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 12 months, with repeat evaluations recommended every two years.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lowchen 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 Lowchen is 85 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 Lowchen is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the Lowchen!

    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 Lowchen 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 Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Lowchens 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.
  • Lowchens adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Lowchens have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, 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.
  • The Similarities Between the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Lowchen and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Lowchen versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Lowchens weigh 9 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Lowchens are 12 to 14 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 Lowchen versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Lowchens is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lowchens 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.

    Lowchens live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Lowchen versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Lowchens do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Lowchens shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Lowchens shed moderately.

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

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

    Lowchens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Lowchens are moderately easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

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

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

    Lowchens can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Lowchen vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Lowchens have a high tendency to wander. They are easily 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 Lowchens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Lowchens 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 Lowchen or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Lowchens get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Lowchens 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 Lowchens and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

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

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

    Lowchens are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

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

    Lowchens adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Lowchens 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 Lowchen

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

  • English Cocker Spaniel (79 percent match with Lowchen). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (80 percent match with Lowchen). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • 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 Lowchen vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Hovawart (76 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the Lowchen vs Hovawart.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Lowchen Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lowchen versus Finnish Lapphund     Lowchen versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Lowchen versus Boston Terrier     Lowchen versus Ibizan Hound     Lowchen versus Newfoundland     Lowchen versus Whippet     Lowchen versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Lowchen versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Lowchen versus Pointer     Lowchen versus Affenpinscher     Lowchen versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Lowchen versus Norwich Terrier     Lowchen versus Pomchi     Lowchen versus Hovawart     Lowchen versus Borzoi     Lowchen versus Bernedoodle     Lowchen versus Peek A Poo     Lowchen versus Saluki     Lowchen versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Lowchen versus Bichon Frise     Lowchen versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Lowchen versus Lakeland Terrier     Lowchen versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Lowchen versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Lowchen versus Giant Schnauzer     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Spanish Mastiff     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Samoyed     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Standard Schnauzer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Standard Schnauzer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dogo Argentino     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Leonberger     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lancashire Heeler     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cairn Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shiloh Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shiloh Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Harrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Goldador     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Shepherd Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Xoloitzcuintli     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kai Ken     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Ibizan Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Water Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bich Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Azawakh     

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