Sussex Spaniel versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Sussex Spaniel Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

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

Sussex Spaniel versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Sussex Spaniel 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.

Sussex Spaniel versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Sussex Spaniel Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 2/5
Height 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 11 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Weight 35 to 45 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data 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 Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel is 100 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 Sussex Spaniel is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the Sussex Spaniel!

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 Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Sussex Spaniels 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.
  • Sussex Spaniels do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Sussex Spaniels have low exercise needs. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Sussex Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Sussex Spaniels adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Sussex Spaniels are good for new dog owners. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Sussex Spaniel and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.

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

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

    Sussex Spaniels weigh 35 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Sussex Spaniels are 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho 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 Sussex Spaniel versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is 12.5 years.

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

    Sussex Spaniels live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Sussex Spaniel versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Sussex Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Sussex Spaniels shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Sussex Spaniels shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Sussex Spaniel or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Sussex Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

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

    Sussex Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

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

    Sussex Spaniels 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 Sussex Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Sussex Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Sussex Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Sussex Spaniel vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Sussex Spaniels 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 Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Sussex Spaniels 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 Sussex Spaniel or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Sussex Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Sussex Spaniels good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Sussex Spaniels 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 Sussex Spaniels and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Sussex Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Sussex Spaniel Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Sussex Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Sussex Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Sussex Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Sussex Spaniels 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 Sussex Spaniel

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

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (71 percent match with Sussex Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Coton de Tulear (70 percent match with Sussex Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Coton de Tulear.
  • Keeshond (71 percent match with Sussex Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Keeshond.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Sussex Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Mountain Cur     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Saluki     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Jack Russell Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Komondor     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Clumber Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Miniature Pinscher     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Newfoundland     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bluetick Coonhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Belgian Tervuren     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Portuguese Pointer     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Westiepoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Australian Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Collie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Havanese     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Italian Greyhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Labrador Retriever     

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