Purebred. Mother and father are here onsite, they're members of the family. Black tri-color are the flagship of the breed, typically the smartest and most acrobatic. Fluffy fur and sweet temperament. Excellent Frisbee dogs and they usually love to play in the water. Very good guard dogs and true to their owners. According to the AKC, Aussies and Border Collies are the smartest breeds, both ranking #1. These dogs need room to run.