Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Dog Breed Description

The Treeing Tennessee Brindle was bred in the United States specifically for hunting raccoons and squirrels, and therefore has an excellent instinct. This breed has been known for a long time, but received official recognition only in 1967. Recently, it has become more and more popular among dog breeders.

Characteristic

The Treeing Tennessee Brindle was bred specifically to move quickly through the forest in search of prey, so it is smaller in size than other hunting dogs. This breed has slender, almost catlike legs and small ears. The Tennessee Brindle dog is very unpretentious, for which it is often called “courage and diligence” (“heart and try”).

Character

The Treeing Tennessee Brindle is affectionate and loyal, she is a passionate hunter, brave and courageous. This breed gets along well with other dogs, but problems with other pets can arise. The Tennessee Brindle dog is suitable for families with teenagers who know how to handle a dog. This breed is very active and energetic, and therefore can quickly tire a small child. The Tennessee dog can be both a hunting dog and a companion dog. Also, this dog can be an excellent watchdog; it will always warn its owners about the danger by barking loudly.

Wool and care

The Treeing Tennessee Brindle has a smooth, dense short coat. The shedding level is average. This breed requires regular brushing with a hard brush to remove loose hair. Bathing this dog should only be done when absolutely necessary, but it is recommended to frequently clean its ears and trim its nails. This breed has no specific health problems.

Training

The Treeing Tennessee Brindle dog is very sensitive, so don’t be too hard on it when training. Training with physical or mental violence will break this dog’s heart. Training must be fair and consistent, then this dog will learn everything very quickly.

Activity

The Treeing Tennessee Brindle is very energetic and requires constant active training, so it will not be able to live in an apartment. The best place for this dog is a house in the countryside, next to the forest, where it can hone its hunting skills. This breed is very fond of family outdoor games.