Which is Better between the Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle? A Very Detailed Review.

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Shichon Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Shichon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Shichon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

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.

Shichon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

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

Factor Shichon Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 18 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Dog 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
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Height 9 to 12 inches 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 9 to 15 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1610 No Data
Price Range $1200 – $2000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Shichon 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 Shichon is 95 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 Shichon is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the Shichon!

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 Shichon 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 Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Shichons 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.
  • Shichons have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Shichons adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • The Similarities Between the Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Shichon 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 Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Shichon 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 Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Shichon 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 Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Shichon and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Shichon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Shichons weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Shichons are 9 to 12 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 Shichon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Shichons is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Shichons is 15.0 years.

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

    Shichons live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Shichon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Shichons do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Shichons shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Shichons 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 Shichon or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Shichons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Shichons are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Shichons have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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 Shichons Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Shichon vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

    Shichons 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 Shichon or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Shichons get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Shichons 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 Shichons and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

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

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

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

    Shichons are fairly easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

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

    Shichons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Shichons 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 Shichon

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

  • Biewer Terrier (78 percent match with Shichon). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Cockalier (83 percent match with Shichon). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Cockalier.
  • 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 Shichon vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Hovawart (76 percent match with Treeing Tennessee Brindle). Here is our comparison of the Shichon vs Hovawart.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Shichon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Shichon versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Shichon versus Xoloitzcuintli     Shichon versus Schnoodle     Shichon versus Pekingese     Shichon versus Redbone Coonhound     Shichon versus Saluki     Shichon versus Papipoo     Shichon versus Boxer     Shichon versus Akita     Shichon versus Cockapoo     Shichon versus Canaan Dog     Shichon versus Xoloitzcuintli     Shichon versus Field Spaniel     Shichon versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Shichon versus Collie     Shichon versus Finnish Spitz     Shichon versus American Hairless Terrier     Shichon versus Yorkipoo     Shichon versus Scottish Deerhound     Shichon versus Peek A Poo     Shichon versus Lowchen     Shichon versus Akbash     Shichon versus Pyredoodle     Shichon versus Shetland Sheepdog     Shichon versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Keeshond     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lancashire Heeler     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bearded Collie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bouvier des Flandres     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Vizsla     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Coton de Tulear     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kooikerhondje     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black Mouth Cur     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Mountain Cur     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Hovawart     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Shepherd Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shetland Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Sloughi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shichon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Gordon Setter     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Portuguese Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cairn Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Puli     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bulldog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pomsky     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Giant Schnauzer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bulldog     

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