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Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Sporting Height: 16-24 in. Weight: 30-50 lbs. Life span: 11-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes, with older, gentle children Good with other pets: yes with dogs, may see small animals as prey What is the origin of the Treeing Tennessee Brindle? This breed is descended […]
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