Barger Stock Feist Dog Breed

Below are details and specs for the Barger Stock Feist dog breed.

Barger Feists are small sized dogs that will be up to 18 inches at the shoulders and typically weigh no more than 30 pounds. Females will be slightly smaller than males.

Feists, in general, are typically alert and agile, using smell, sight and scent to track and tree game. Many feist breeds do well with other dogs, make playful companions for kids, and have a tendency to see smaller animals as prey. They are capable watchdogs if need be but are not large and aggressive enough to be guard dogs.

Outdoorsy, treeing dogs are typically very low maintenance when it comes to grooming. They are often intelligent and naturally adept at hunting activities, however, it is best to start training and socializing them as early as possible. Members of this breed will need daily outdoor exercise and do best when they have, at least, a fenced yard to patrol. These dogs usually are true companions that need plenty of attention to stay happy and productive.

Although they are typically black, tan, brown and combinations thereof with or without white/white markings, Barger Feists vary in looks from individual to individual. Their heads are small and somewhat "pointed" with small ears that can be hang next to the face or stand erect. They have tails that may or may not be naturally bobbed and, of course, long legs for their small bodies.