Which is Better between the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? A Very Detailed Review.

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Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Overview

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

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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.

Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Treeing Tennessee Brindle to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Factor Treeing Tennessee Brindle Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 14 years
Height 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Weight 30 to 45 pounds 50 to 60 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 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.0 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1800
Average Price No Data $1320
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 12 months
  • 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is 83 out of 125.

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

    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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Below is a list of where the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are most different:

  • Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • 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, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Treeing Tennessee Brindle and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    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, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons weigh 50 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffons is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffons is 12.0 years.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

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

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Treeing Tennessee Brindle or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Treeing Tennessee Brindle or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Treeing Tennessee Brindle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    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.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

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

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs. Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    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.

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

    Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Treeing Tennessee Brindle or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Treeing Tennessee Brindles good family dogs? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

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

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Treeing Tennessee Brindles and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

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

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Treeing Tennessee Brindle Easier to Train than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are very easy to train.

    Is the Treeing Tennessee Brindle Better for Apartment Owners than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Treeing Tennessee Brindle or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

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

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon:

  • English Springer Spaniel (82 percent match with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs English Springer Spaniel.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (81 percent match with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon). Here is our comparison of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle vs Flat-Coated Retriever.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Affenpinscher     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Black Mouth Cur     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus West Highland White Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Kishu Ken     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pharaoh Hound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shiloh Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Redbone Coonhound     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Affenhuahua     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Mountain Cur     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Lhasa Apso     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Aussiedoodle     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Bichon Frise     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Pomapoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Shihpoo     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Collie     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Irish Water Spaniel     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus West Highland White Terrier     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Dutch Shepherd     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Azawakh     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Tibetan Mastiff     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Vizsla     Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Standard Poodle     

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Shiloh Shepherd     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Cesky Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Lhasa Apso     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Pomsky     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Morkie     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Bloodhound     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Carolina Dog     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Maremma Sheepdog     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Sloughi     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Boykin Spaniel     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Bearded Collie     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Tibetan Mastiff     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Bracco Italiano     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Boston Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus English Toy Spaniel     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Dutch Shepherd     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Chinese Crested     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Newfoundland     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Hovawart     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Greyhound     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Australian Kelpie     

    Conclusion: Treeing Tennessee Brindle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon better suits you and your family.