Is the Pharaoh Hound Better than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle as a Pet? Answer…

by

Quick Links: Table of Contents

Pharaoh Hound Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Pharaoh Hound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are Hound Dogs. This means both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle 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.

Pharaoh Hound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pharaoh Hound 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Pharaoh Hound Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 11 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Height 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 55 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

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

    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 Pharaoh Hound 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Pharaoh Hounds adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Pharaoh Hounds 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.
  • Pharaoh Hounds 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Pharaoh Hound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Pharaoh Hounds weigh 45 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Pharaoh Hounds are 21 to 25 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 Pharaoh Hound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is 12.5 years.

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

    Pharaoh Hounds live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pharaoh Hound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Pharaoh Hounds shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Pharaoh Hounds 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 Pharaoh Hound or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Pharaoh Hounds 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 Pharaoh Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Pharaoh Hounds 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 Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pharaoh Hound vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Pharaoh Hounds 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 Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Pharaoh Hounds 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 Pharaoh Hound or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Pharaoh Hounds good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Pharaoh Hounds 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 Pharaoh Hounds and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Pharaoh Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Pharaoh Hound Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Pharaoh Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Pharaoh Hounds 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 Pharaoh Hound

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

  • Italian Greyhound (76 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Italian Greyhound.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Tibetan Spaniel (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Tibetan Spaniel.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pharaoh Hound versus Bouvier des Flandres     Pharaoh Hound versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Pharaoh Hound versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Pharaoh Hound versus Bichon Frise     Pharaoh Hound versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Pharaoh Hound versus Bichon Frise     Pharaoh Hound versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Irish Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Redbone Coonhound     Pharaoh Hound versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Pharaoh Hound versus Cocker Spaniel     Pharaoh Hound versus Great Pyrenees     Pharaoh Hound versus Affenpinscher     Pharaoh Hound versus Kai Ken     Pharaoh Hound versus American Water Spaniel     Pharaoh Hound versus Tibetan Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Belgian Sheepdog     Pharaoh Hound versus Frenchton     Pharaoh Hound versus Miniature Poodle     Pharaoh Hound versus Standard Poodle     Pharaoh Hound versus Harrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Irish Wolfhound     Pharaoh Hound versus Irish Water Spaniel     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Clumber Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Boykin Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Morkie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavapoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus West Highland White Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pomeranian     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Borzoi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chow Chow     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavachon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Great Pyrenees     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Goldendoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Fila Brasileiro     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bich Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Italian Greyhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Clumber Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lancashire Heeler     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cockalier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chow Chow     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chinook     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Norwegian Buhund     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Portuguese Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pekingese     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pomapoo     

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