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

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Rhodesian Ridgeback Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

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

Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Rhodesian Ridgeback Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Height 24 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 70 to 85 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1620 No Data
Price Range $1250 – $1900 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination. Exams are recommended annually to age 9, annual recertifcation is required
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback is 74 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not easy to train.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

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

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks weigh 70 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Rhodesian Ridgebacks are 24 to 27 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgebacks is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgebacks is 11.0 years.

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Rhodesian Ridgebacks shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgebacks Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Rhodesian Ridgebacks good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgebacks and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Rhodesian Ridgeback Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Rhodesian Ridgeback Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback

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

  • Black Mouth Cur (79 percent match with Rhodesian Ridgeback). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Bracco Italiano (80 percent match with Rhodesian Ridgeback). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Bracco Italiano.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Rhodesian Ridgeback Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Spanish Mastiff     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Longhaired Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Toy Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Mudi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Stabyhoun     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Leonberger     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Eskimo Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pomeranian     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Alaskan Malamute     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus French Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Schipperke     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Longhaired Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Harrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Carolina Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lowchen     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lowchen     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Havanese     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shihpoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Australian Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus King Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Saluki     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bedlington Terrier     

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