Border Collie vs Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Breed Compatibility
84% Compatible
Energy Level
Border Collie: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Border Collie: Eager to Please1.0
Treeing Tennessee Brindle: N/A
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Border Collie: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Treeing Tennessee Brindle: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Border Collie3/5
Treeing Tennessee Brindle3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Border Collie3/5
Treeing Tennessee Brindle5/5
Good with Strangers
Border Collie4/5
Treeing Tennessee Brindle3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Border Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
CEA: Eye development disorder
MDR1: Drug sensitivity gene
TNS: Neurological condition
CL: Neurological disorder
Epilepsy: Seizure disorder
Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Hip Dysplasia: Joint mobility issues
Eye Problems: Vision deterioration
Ear Infections: Bacterial growth
Dental Disease: Tooth decay risk
Allergies: Environmental sensitivity
Heart Issues: Cardiac health concerns
Pros & Cons Comparison
Border Collie
Pros
Extremely intelligent
Highly trainable
Athletic and agile
Loyal and devoted
Excellent working dog
Cons
Requires extensive exercise
May be too intense for novice owners
Strong herding instinct
Needs constant mental stimulation
Can be overly sensitive
Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Pros
Excellent hunting companion
Loyal family dog
Low grooming needs
Athletic and agile
Cons
High exercise needs
Strong prey drive
May be vocal
Independent nature
Border Collie Fun Fact
Border Collies can learn to recognize over 1,000 words and can understand complex multi-step commands.
Treeing Tennessee Brindle Fun Fact
Their unique brindle coat pattern was specifically bred for visibility during hunting in Tennessee forests.
Heritage & Purpose
Border Collie
Origin:
Developed in the border country between Scotland and England during the 1700s, these dogs revolutionized sheep herding with their distinctive 'eye' and precise control of livestock.
Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Origin:
Developed in Tennessee during the mid-20th century, these dogs excelled at treeing game, particularly raccoons and squirrels. Their brindle coat pattern became a defining characteristic.
Special Considerations
Border Collie
Requires extensive daily exercise, mental stimulation, and consistent training. Regular grooming needed during shedding seasons. Early socialization crucial.
Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Needs secure fencing due to hunting instincts. Regular exercise essential. Weekly grooming sufficient but attention to ears and dental care important.
Shedding
SeasonalShedding
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