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- Poodle Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction
- Poodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview
- Poodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- The Similarities Between the Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Adopting the Poodle versus Adopting the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Poodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Do Poodles shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Poodle or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Poodle or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Are Poodles good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Is the Poodle Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Which one drools more, the Poodle or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- How Kid-friendly are Poodles and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Does the Poodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Do Poodles Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Can Poodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Poodle vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Can Poodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Poodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Poodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Poodle Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Poodle 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 Poodle 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 Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Poodle 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 Poodle 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 Poodle 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 Poodle or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
Note that there are 3 types of Poodles:
However, these 3 poodle `types` are basically the same. The only difference between them is size. Standard Poodles are big, toy poodles are small, and miniature poodles are medium-sized.
Read more about the subtle differences between the standard poodle vs. miniature poodle here and the toy poodle versus miniature poodle here.
In addition, we have articles on the detailed comparisons of the poodle to every other dog breed. Check out our articles on poodle versus other dog breeds here.
Poodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview
A very important difference between the Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Poodle is a large-sized dog while the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Poodle belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
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.
Poodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Poodle 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 Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
| Factor | Poodle | Treeing Tennessee Brindle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight |
|
30 to 45 pounds |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height |
|
16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price |
|
No Data |
| Price Range |
|
No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
|
No Data |
*Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Poodle 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 Poodle is 88 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 Poodle is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get a Poodle!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Below is a list of where the Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
The Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Poodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
Poodles come in three main size categories. These three size categories are referred to as the three varieties of the poodle. Poodles of different varieties are basically the same except for their size differences. The poodle varieties based on size categorization are:
There is another variety of poodle that is not recognized in the USA but is recognized in Europe. This poodle size variety is called the Moyen Poodle. In size, the Moyen Poodle is smaller than the Standard poodle but bigger than the miniature poodle.
See below the figure that compares the different poodle sizes:
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.
Adopting the Poodle versus Adopting the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Poodles and many Treeing Tennessee Brindles are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Poodle named Dodger that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Poodles like Dodger on pefinder.com.
Also, like Poodles, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are also available for adoption. For example, Tigger is a Male Treeing Tennessee Brindle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Treeing Tennessee Brindles like Tigger that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Midnight is the name of another Poodle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Vince is an adorable Male Treeing Tennessee Brindle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Poodles and Treeing Tennessee Brindles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Poodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Poodles do not like to be left alone.
Poodles, by nature, are companion dogs. They like and thrive on human companionship more than most dog breeds. Poodles do not like to be left alone. Leaving a poodle alone for more than 4 hours day after day will cause separation anxiety and isolation distress in a poodle. If you plan to get a poodle, make sure you can be around your poodle most of the time, or arrange for a dog walker.
See our article on how long you can leave a poodle alone.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.
Do Poodles shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Poodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Although all dogs shed, and poodles are no different in this regard. But poodles shed less than many other breeds of dogs. However, if you own a poodle, you will not have the problem of having balls of dog hair on your couch and over your house. This is because the curly coat of the poodle traps the hair and other things that the poodle sheds. Therefore, people that are allergic to dogs tend to tolerate poodles better.
Check out our articles to learn more on why poodles do not shed, and on standard poodle shedding, and on shedding in toy poodles
Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Poodle or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Poodles require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
To learn more about how to properly groom a poodle, check out our article on how to groom a poodle.
Learn more on how to take care of a poodle here.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Poodle or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Poodles get along very well with other dogs.
Poodles get along very well with other dogs. Poodles are very friendly. However, it is up to the other dog to reciprocate the friendliness. Some dog breeds are just unfriendly and aggressive.
Read this article to learn about the dog breeds that get along well with poodle and the dog breeds that do not along with poodles.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Poodles good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Poodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Poodles make a good addition to a family. They love kids and kids love them.
Learn about standard poodles as family dogs here, and about how family-friendly are toy poodles here..
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Poodle Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Poodles are very easy to train.
Poodles are easy to train because they are intelligent and eager to please their owners. However, it is important that you begin training a poodle to make the most out of their natural intelligence. Moreover, training your Poodle should be based on positive reinforcement and repetition. Be sure to give your Poodle praise when he obeys a command and ignores your poodle`s bad behavior.
To learn more, check out our article on how to train a poodle.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Poodle or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Poodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.
How Kid-friendly are Poodles and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Poodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Poodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Poodles 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 Poodles Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Poodles 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 Poodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Poodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Poodle vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Poodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get 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 Poodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Poodles can tolerate hot weather.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Poodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Poodles adapt very well to apartment living.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Poodle or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Poodles are very good for new dog owners.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Poodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the poodle compares to other breeds aside from the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the poodle to other breeds:
poodle versus Scottish Terrier poodle versus King Shepherd poodle versus Cocker Spaniel poodle versus Finnish Lapphund poodle versus Spinone Italiano poodle versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog poodle versus Pug poodle versus Affenpinscher poodle versus Aussiedoodle poodle versus German Shorthaired Pointer
Conclusion: Poodle 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 Poodle and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you and your family.
