Breed Comparison: Portuguese Pointer Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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Portuguese Pointer Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Portuguese Pointer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Portuguese Pointer 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.

Portuguese Pointer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Portuguese Pointer Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Height 20 to 22 inches 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Weight 35 to 59 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
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
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 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 – recommended testing frequency at ages 1, 4, and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer is 72 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 Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a better pet than the Portuguese Pointer. So, you should get the Treeing Tennessee Brindle!

    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 Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Portuguese Pointers 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.

    • The Similarities Between the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Portuguese Pointer and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Portuguese Pointer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Portuguese Pointers weigh 35 to 59 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Pointers are 20 to 22 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 Portuguese Pointer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Portuguese Pointers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Portuguese Pointers 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.

    Portuguese Pointers live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Portuguese Pointer versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Portuguese Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Portuguese Pointers shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointer or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Portuguese Pointers drool moderately.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Portuguese Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Portuguese Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Portuguese Pointer vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointer or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Portuguese Pointers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Portuguese Pointers good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointers and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Portuguese Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Portuguese Pointer Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Portuguese Pointers are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Portuguese Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointer or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointer

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

  • American Bulldog (79 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs American Bulldog.
  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Patterdale Terrier (78 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Patterdale 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 Portuguese Pointer vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Hovawart (76 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Pointer vs Hovawart.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Portuguese Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Portuguese Pointer versus Akbash     Portuguese Pointer versus Clumber Spaniel     Portuguese Pointer versus Spinone Italiano     Portuguese Pointer versus Aussiedoodle     Portuguese Pointer versus Goldendoodle     Portuguese Pointer versus Bluetick Coonhound     Portuguese Pointer versus Brussels Griffon     Portuguese Pointer versus Clumber Spaniel     Portuguese Pointer versus Black Mouth Cur     Portuguese Pointer versus Finnish Lapphund     Portuguese Pointer versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Portuguese Pointer versus Australian Cattle Dog     Portuguese Pointer versus Papipoo     Portuguese Pointer versus Dutch Shepherd     Portuguese Pointer versus Pomapoo     Portuguese Pointer versus Shiba Inu     Portuguese Pointer versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Portuguese Pointer versus Dogo Argentino     Portuguese Pointer versus Cavachon     Portuguese Pointer versus Greyhound     Portuguese Pointer versus Stabyhoun     Portuguese Pointer versus Irish Water Spaniel     Portuguese Pointer versus Miniature Schnauzer     Portuguese Pointer versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Portuguese Pointer versus Skye Terrier     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lakeland Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Toy Fox Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavapoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Yorkshire Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Japanese Spitz     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chihuahua     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Collie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bluetick Coonhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Beagle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Shepherd Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Scottish Deerhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Canaan Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Berger Picard     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Sussex Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pharaoh Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pekingese     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black Russian Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavapoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Saluki     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Belgian Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Tibetan Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Miniature Pinscher     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Silky Terrier     

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