Why the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is Better than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle as a Pet

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Last Updated: Apr 10, 2022

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Overview

A very important difference between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a small-sized dog while the Treeing Tennessee Brindle is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

Factor Pembroke Welsh Corgi Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Height 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Weight 22 to 31 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1700 No Data
Price Range $1200 – $2000 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 85 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a better pet than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, you should get a Pembroke Welsh Corgi!

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Below is a list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are most different:

  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt well to apartment living. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Treeing Tennessee Brindles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

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

  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are very playful.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle are highly intelligent.

    • Size Comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi weighs 22 to 31 pounds when fully grown. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 10 to 12 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.

    Size of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Size of Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Appearance (Colors) of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Colors

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • White / Cream
    • Merle (Red)
    • Bicolor

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

    • White / Cream
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

    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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    The lifespan of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 13.0 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi live longer than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles are fairly easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles drool moderately.

    How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Does the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgis Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Tennessee Brindles?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Treeing Tennessee Brindle

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    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 Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Tennessee Brindles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Treeing Tennessee Brindles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Treeing Tennessee Brindle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    You may also be interested in how the Pembroke Welsh Corgi compares to other breeds aside from the Treeing Tennessee Brindle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to other breeds:

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Fila Brasileiro     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Belgian Malinois     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Great Dane     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Whoodle     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Collie     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Field Spaniel     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Chinook     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Chinese Crested     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Standard Poodle     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Golden Retriever     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pomsky     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Korean Jindo Dog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Bulldog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Chi-Poo     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Canaan Dog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     

    Conclusion: Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Treeing Tennessee Brindle better suits you and your family.