A Detailed Comparison of the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

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Scottish Deerhound Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Scottish Deerhound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

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

Scottish Deerhound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Scottish Deerhound Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Height 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 75 to 110 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Life Span 8 to 11 years 10 to 12 years
Average Lifespan 9.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $980 No Data
Price Range $975 – $975 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • FACTOR VII Deficiency DNA test
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound is 67 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 Scottish Deerhound. 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 Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Scottish Deerhounds require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.
  • Scottish Deerhounds 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 Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not easy to train.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Scottish Deerhound and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

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

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

    Scottish Deerhounds weigh 75 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Scottish Deerhounds are 28 to 32 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 Scottish Deerhound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Scottish Deerhounds is between 8 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhounds is 9.5 years.

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles live longer than Scottish Deerhounds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Scottish Deerhound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Scottish Deerhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Scottish Deerhounds shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Scottish Deerhounds 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 Scottish Deerhound or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Scottish Deerhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Scottish Deerhounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Scottish Deerhounds 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 Scottish Deerhounds Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Scottish Deerhounds 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 Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Scottish Deerhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Scottish Deerhound vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Scottish Deerhounds 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 Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Scottish Deerhounds 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 Scottish Deerhound or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Scottish Deerhounds do not get along well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Scottish Deerhounds good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Scottish Deerhounds 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 Scottish Deerhounds and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Scottish Deerhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Scottish Deerhound Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Scottish Deerhounds are not easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Scottish Deerhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Scottish Deerhounds 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 Scottish Deerhound or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Scottish Deerhounds 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 Scottish Deerhound

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

  • Alaskan Malamute (70 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Alaskan Malamute.
  • Icelandic Sheepdog (75 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (73 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Scottish Deerhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Scottish Deerhound versus Newfoundland     Scottish Deerhound versus Saint Bernard     Scottish Deerhound versus Karelian Bear Dog     Scottish Deerhound versus Toy Poodle     Scottish Deerhound versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Scottish Deerhound versus Collie     Scottish Deerhound versus Borzoi     Scottish Deerhound versus Shiranian     Scottish Deerhound versus Standard Schnauzer     Scottish Deerhound versus Clumber Spaniel     Scottish Deerhound versus Pekingese     Scottish Deerhound versus Bolognese     Scottish Deerhound versus Spinone Italiano     Scottish Deerhound versus Frenchton     Scottish Deerhound versus Japanese Chin     Scottish Deerhound versus Bernedoodle     Scottish Deerhound versus Cockapoo     Scottish Deerhound versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Scottish Deerhound versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Scottish Deerhound versus Great Dane     Scottish Deerhound versus Akita     Scottish Deerhound versus Affenhuahua     Scottish Deerhound versus Saint Berdoodle     Scottish Deerhound versus Alaskan Malamute     Scottish Deerhound versus Irish Terrier     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dalmatian     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Great Pyrenees     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shichon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pug     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Eskimo Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shiranian     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus English Cocker Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Norwegian Lundehund     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Ibizan Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Standard Poodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Toy Fox Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Toy Poodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Airedale Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Golden Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chorkie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Miniature Schnauzer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shih Tzu     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bolognese     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bich Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bullmastiff     

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