Which is Better between the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle? A Very Detailed Review.

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Miniature Schnauzer Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Miniature Schnauzer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Miniature Schnauzer belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

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.

Miniature Schnauzer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Miniature Schnauzer 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 Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Miniature Schnauzer Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Weight 11 to 20 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Height 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1950 No Data
Price Range $1400 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Mycobacterium Avian Complex
  • Myotonia Congenita
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Miniature Schnauzer 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 Miniature Schnauzer is 82 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 Miniature Schnauzer is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the Miniature Schnauzer!

    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 Miniature Schnauzer 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 Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Miniature Schnauzers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.
  • Miniature Schnauzers adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Miniature Schnauzers can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    • The Similarities Between the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Miniature Schnauzer 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 Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Miniature Schnauzer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Miniature Schnauzers weigh 11 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Miniature Schnauzers are 13 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 Miniature Schnauzer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Miniature Schnauzers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzers 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.

    Miniature Schnauzers live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Miniature Schnauzer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Miniature Schnauzers can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Miniature Schnauzers shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Miniature Schnauzers 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 Miniature Schnauzer or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Miniature Schnauzers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Miniature Schnauzers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Miniature Schnauzers 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 Miniature Schnauzers Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Miniature Schnauzers bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Miniature Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Miniature Schnauzers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Miniature Schnauzer vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Miniature Schnauzers 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 Miniature Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Miniature Schnauzers 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 Miniature Schnauzer or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Miniature Schnauzers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Miniature Schnauzers good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Miniature Schnauzers 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 Miniature Schnauzers and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Miniature Schnauzers 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 Miniature Schnauzer Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Miniature Schnauzers are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Miniature Schnauzer Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Miniature Schnauzers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Miniature Schnauzers are OK for new dog owners.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Schnauzer

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

  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (79 percent match with Miniature Schnauzer). 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 Miniature Schnauzer vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Hovawart (76 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Schnauzer vs Hovawart.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Miniature Schnauzer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Miniature Schnauzer versus Irish Terrier     Miniature Schnauzer versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Miniature Schnauzer versus West Highland White Terrier     Miniature Schnauzer versus King Shepherd     Miniature Schnauzer versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Miniature Schnauzer versus Siberian Husky     Miniature Schnauzer versus Akbash     Miniature Schnauzer versus Borzoi     Miniature Schnauzer versus Shetland Sheepdog     Miniature Schnauzer versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Miniature Schnauzer versus French Bulldog     Miniature Schnauzer versus Beagle     Miniature Schnauzer versus Great Pyrenees     Miniature Schnauzer versus English Cocker Spaniel     Miniature Schnauzer versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Miniature Schnauzer versus Bearded Collie     Miniature Schnauzer versus American Water Spaniel     Miniature Schnauzer versus Leonberger     Miniature Schnauzer versus Irish Setter     Miniature Schnauzer versus Airedale Terrier     Miniature Schnauzer versus Basenji     Miniature Schnauzer versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Miniature Schnauzer versus Collie     Miniature Schnauzer versus Bordoodle     Miniature Schnauzer versus Italian Greyhound     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Papillon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Setter     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Saluki     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Karelian Bear Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cesky Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Beagle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dogo Argentino     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kai Ken     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dutch Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pug     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Labradoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Border Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chi-Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Cocker Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Azawakh     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bich Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bich Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cocker Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Berger Picard     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chinese Shar-Pei     

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