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

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Pug Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Pug versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Pug 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.

Pug versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

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

Factor Pug Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
General Health 1/5 4/5
Height 10 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Weight 14 to 18 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 2/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1620 No Data
Price Range $1200 – $1875 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Pug Dog Club of America recommends ANNUAL screening.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Pug Dog Encephalitis
  • Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
    		•  No Data

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

    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 Pug 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 Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Pugs have the tendency to develop certain health problems. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Pugs adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Pugs are good for new dog owners. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Pug and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Pugs weigh 14 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Pugs are 10 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 Pug versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Pugs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pugs is 13.5 years.

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

    Pugs live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pug versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Pugs do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Pugs shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Pugs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

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

    Pugs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Pugs are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Pugs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Pugs Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

    Pugs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pug vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Pugs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    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 Pugs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Pugs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pug or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Pugs get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Pugs 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 Pugs and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

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

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

    Pugs are fairly easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

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

    Pugs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Pugs 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 Pug

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

  • Boxer (74 percent match with Pug). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Boxer.
  • English Toy Spaniel (73 percent match with Pug). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs English Toy Spaniel.
  • French Bulldog (83 percent match with Pug). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs French Bulldog.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pug Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pug versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Pug versus Lakeland Terrier     Pug versus Cairn Terrier     Pug versus Cockalier     Pug versus Bouvier des Flandres     Pug versus Saint Bernard     Pug versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Pug versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Pug versus Papipoo     Pug versus Chi-Poo     Pug versus French Spaniel     Pug versus Saluki     Pug versus Boxerdoodle     Pug versus Shiloh Shepherd     Pug versus Pekingese     Pug versus Norwegian Buhund     Pug versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Pug versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Pug versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Pug versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Pug versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Pug versus Boxerdoodle     Pug versus Clumber Spaniel     Pug versus Australian Cattle Dog     Pug versus Kishu Ken     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Sealyham Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Fila Brasileiro     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Golden Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Plott     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Mountain Cur     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Havanese     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Redbone Coonhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Australian Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Alaskan Malamute     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bordoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Frenchton     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Longhaired Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black Russian Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavapoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dogo Argentino     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Rottweiler     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Miniature Schnauzer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Great Dane     

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