Treeing Tennessee Brindle
10 - 12 yearsLife Expectancy
Medium-sized, athletic scent hound known for its distinctive brindle coat pattern, intelligence, and persistent treeing ability. Fast and agile with a loud, distinctive bark, this breed excels at tracking and treeing small game.
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level3/5
- Trainability3/5
- Playfulness3/5
- Protectiveness3/5
- Barking5/5
- Drooling3/5
- Good with Children3/5
- Good with Other Dogs5/5
- Good with Strangers3/5
- Shedding2/5
- Coat Length1/5
- Grooming2/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 16 - 24 inches |
|---|---|
| Height (Female) | 16 - 24 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 30 - 50 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 30 - 50 lbs |
Breed History
Developed in the mid-20th century (early 1960s) primarily by Rev. Earl Phillips in the Appalachian and Ozark Mountains from brindle-patterned cur dogs and various hounds to create a pure-breeding scent hound with strong treeing instincts for hunting small game