Last Updated: Apr 09, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Appearance (Colors) of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Adopting the Yorkshire Terrier versus Adopting the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
- Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview
A very important difference between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Yorkshire Terrier 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.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
| Factor | Yorkshire Terrier | Treeing Tennessee Brindle |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 6 pounds | 30 to 45 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2420 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1600 – $2950 | 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 Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is 76 out of 125.
Despite the equal Better-Pet score of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle, we still think that the Yorkshire Terrier is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
This is because Yorkshire Terriers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Yorkshire Terrier will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Yorkshire Terrier :-). We are for the Yorkshire Terrier. So get a Yorkshire Terrier!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Below is a list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
The Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
The Yorkshire Terrier weighs 4 to 6 pounds when fully grown. The Yorkshire Terrier is 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Treeing Tennessee Brindle weighs 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. The Treeing Tennessee Brindle is 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Yorkshire Terrier Colors
The Yorkshire Terrier comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Bicolor
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Black
- Golden
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Apricot / Beige
- White / Cream
- Sable
The Yorkshire Terrier comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Apricot / Beige
- Black
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Brown / Chocolate
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Golden
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Sable
- Bicolor
Treeing Tennessee Brindle Colors
The Treeing Tennessee Brindle comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Brindle
- Bicolor
The Treeing Tennessee Brindle comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
The lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is 11.0 years.
The Yorkshire Terrier live longer than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.
Adopting the Yorkshire Terrier versus Adopting the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Yorkshire Terriers 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 Yorkshire Terrier named Sailor that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Yorkshire Terriers like Sailor on pefinder.com.
Also, like Yorkshire Terriers, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are also available for adoption. For example, Little Joe is a Male Treeing Tennessee Brindle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Treeing Tennessee Brindles like Little Joe that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
You can find more Yorkshire Terriers and Treeing Tennessee Brindles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.
Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Yorkshire Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Yorkshire Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.
How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Yorkshire Terriers 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 Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?
Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Yorkshire Terriers 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 Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?
Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Yorkshire Terrier compares to other breeds aside from the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:
Yorkshire Terrier versus German Pinscher Yorkshire Terrier versus Aussiedoodle Yorkshire Terrier versus Berger Picard Yorkshire Terrier versus Saint Bernard Yorkshire Terrier versus Barbet Yorkshire Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund Yorkshire Terrier versus Cocker Spaniel Yorkshire Terrier versus Lakeland Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus Great Pyrenees Yorkshire Terrier versus Schipperke Yorkshire Terrier versus Borzoi Yorkshire Terrier versus Valley Bulldog Yorkshire Terrier versus Great Dane Yorkshire Terrier versus Affenpinscher Yorkshire Terrier versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Yorkshire Terrier versus Sussex Spaniel Yorkshire Terrier versus Greyhound
Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you and your family.