74% Compatible
Their unique brindle coat pattern was specifically bred for visibility during hunting in Tennessee forests.
The iconic barrel around their neck was never actually used in rescues - it's a popular myth from paintings!
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.
Mountain rescue dogs in the Swiss Alps during the 17th-19th centuries, saving countless lives at the Saint Bernard Pass hospice. Renowned for locating and reviving stranded travelers.
Needs secure fencing due to hunting instincts. Regular exercise essential. Weekly grooming sufficient but attention to ears and dental care important.
Heavy shedding requires regular grooming. Drooling management needed. Exercise moderation in warm weather essential. Joint health supplements often recommended.