Mountain Cur
10 - 13 yearsLife Expectancy
Medium-sized rugged treeing hound and farm dog with strong, muscular build, bred as a pioneer's all-purpose hunting companion known for courage, athleticism, and excellent treeing abilities in mountainous terrain
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Breed Statistics
- Energy Level5/5
- Trainability3/5
- Playfulness3/5
- Protectiveness3/5
- Barking3/5
- Drooling2/5
- Good with Children3/5
- Good with Other Dogs3/5
- Good with Strangers3/5
- Shedding3/5
- Coat Length1/5
- Grooming1/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 16 - 26 inches |
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| Height (Female) | 16 - 26 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 30 - 60 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 30 - 60 lbs |
Breed History
Developed by early settlers in the rugged Southern Mountains from European cur-type dogs, serving as invaluable all-purpose pioneer dogs for treeing game, farm work, and homestead protection. Formal breed registry established in 1956
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