Last Updated: Mar 10, 2022
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- Border Collie Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview
- Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Do Border Collies shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie 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 Border Collie 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 Border Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie 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 Border Collie 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 Border Collie 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 Border Collie or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
Note that the border collie breed comes in two varieties based on coat texture. There is the smooth-coat border collie and the rough-coat border collie. Read our article on rough-coat border collie versus smooth-coat border collie.
Furthermore, the border collie dog breed is very different from the collie dog breed. Learn about the differences between these two dog breeds in our border collie versus collie article.
Finally, just like the border collie, the collie also comes in two varieties. There is the rough collie and the smooth collie. To learn about the differences and similarities between them, check out our article on rough collie versus smooth collie.
Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview
Both the Border Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are similar in size. The Border Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Border Collie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
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.
Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie 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 Border Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
| Factor | Border Collie | Treeing Tennessee Brindle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 30 to 45 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1000 | No Data |
| Price Range | $600 – $1250 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Border Collie 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 Border Collie is 80 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 Border Collie is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get a Border Collie!
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
The Border Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
Border Collies weigh 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Border Collies are 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder 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.
Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.
Lifespan of Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
The lifespan of Border Collies is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Border Collies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindles is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Tennessee Brindles is 11.0 years.
Border Collies live longer than Treeing Tennessee Brindles.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.
Do Border Collies shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Border Collies shed moderately.
Check out our articles to learn more on how to minimize shedding in Border Collies, and on how to groom a Border Collie
Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Border Collies are moderately easy to groom.
To learn more about how to properly groom a Border Collie, check out our article on how to groom a Border Collie.
Learn more on how to take care of a Border Collie here.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Border Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Border Collie make a good addition to a family. They love kids and kids love them.
Learn about Border Collie temperament here.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Border Collies 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 Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Border Collies 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 Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Border Collie compares to other breeds aside from the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Mastiff Border Collie versus Kuvasz Border Collie versus Bullmastiff Border Collie versus American Eskimo Dog Border Collie versus Akita Border Collie versus Plott Border Collie versus Affenpinscher Border Collie versus Akbash Border Collie versus Yorkshire Terrier Border Collie versus Icelandic Sheepdog Border Collie versus Japanese Spitz Border Collie versus Collie Border Collie versus Boxerdoodle Border Collie versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Border Collie versus Shichon Border Collie versus Peek A Poo Border Collie versus Papillon Border Collie versus Labradoodle
Conclusion: Border Collie 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 Border Collie and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you and your family.
