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

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Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Whippet: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet 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 Treeing Tennessee Brindle and for the Whippet. 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 Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Treeing Tennessee Brindle or the Whippet.

Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Whippet: Overview

Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet are similar in size. The Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet are both medium-sized dogs.

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

Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Whippet: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Treeing Tennessee Brindle to the Whippet 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 Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet

Factor Treeing Tennessee Brindle Whippet
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Height 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Weight 30 to 45 pounds 18 to 48 pounds
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1600 – $2600
Average Price No Data $2120
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Treeing Tennessee Brindle 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 Whippet. 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 Treeing Tennessee Brindle is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Whippet is 86 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Whippet is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get the Whippet!

    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 Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet

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

  • Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Whippets adapt well to apartment living.
  • 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. However, Whippets have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    • The Similarities Between the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet

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

  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Whippet require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

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

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

    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.

    On the other hand, Whippets weigh 18 to 48 pounds when fully grown. Whippets are 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Whippet

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

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

    Whippets live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Whippet

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Whippets do not like to be left alone.

    Do Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed more than Whippets?

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

    Whippets do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

    Whippets do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

    Whippets are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Whippets 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 Treeing Tennessee Brindles Bark and Howl? What about Whippets?

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

    Whippets are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whippets Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs. Whippet

    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.

    Whippets have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

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

    Whippets can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Whippets get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Whippets are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Treeing Tennessee Brindles and Whippets?

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

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

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Whippets are very easy to train.

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Whippets adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Whippets are OK for new dog owners.

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whippet

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

  • Ibizan Hound (86 percent match with Whippet). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Ibizan Hound.
  • Italian Greyhound (78 percent match with Whippet). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Italian Greyhound.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Belgian Malinois     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pomchi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Morkie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bedlington Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bich Poo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shichon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Canaan Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Finnish Spitz     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kai Ken     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bernedoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Karelian Bear Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Basenji     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cocker Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus American Bulldog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Brussels Griffon     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Yorkipoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Silky Terrier     

    Whippet Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Whippet versus Australian Shepherd     Whippet versus Dutch Shepherd     Whippet versus Chinook     Whippet versus Cockalier     Whippet versus Bichon Frise     Whippet versus Finnish Spitz     Whippet versus Pomchi     Whippet versus Chorkie     Whippet versus Fila Brasileiro     Whippet versus Newfoundland     Whippet versus Carolina Dog     Whippet versus French Spaniel     Whippet versus Shih Tzu     Whippet versus Basenji     Whippet versus Maltese     Whippet versus American Hairless Terrier     Whippet versus Komondor     Whippet versus Labradoodle     Whippet versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Whippet versus Bouvier des Flandres     Whippet versus Sealyham Terrier     Whippet versus Rottweiler     Whippet versus Keeshond     Whippet versus Miniature Pinscher     Whippet versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     

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