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Name	Black Mouth Cur	Stephens Cur	Mountain Cur
Origins	United States	United States	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Black Mouth Cur East Texas Cur Yellow Black Mouth Southern Cur	Mountain Cur Stephens’ Stock Cur Stephens’ Stock Mountain Cur	Cur Dog Moutain Cur Dog Cur
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Which is the smallest dog, Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	Large Giant	Large Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Stephens Cur? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur weight comparison:	45-95 pounds (20-43 kg)	Male: 30-60 pounds (13-27 kg), Female: 25-55 pounds (11-25 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: 45 pounds (20 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur height comparison:	16-25 inches (40-64 cm)	Male: 18-25 inches (48-65 cm), Female: 16-22 inches (41-58 cm)	18-26 inches (46-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20.5 inches (52 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (49.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$400-$500	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	Average: The Black Mouth Cur is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Stephens Cur dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur trainability comparison.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are easy to train. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Black Mouth Cur dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Loyal Kind Trainable Fearless	Intelligent Trainable Instinctual Hard working	Energetic Protective Courageous Intelligent Watchful Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are easygoing, low-sensitivity dogs. See more.	Sensitive: Mountain Cur dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur?	High: Black Mouth Cur dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Stephens Cur dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Mountain Cur dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur social needs comparison:	Black Mouth Cur dogs are a social breed. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs are a social breed. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Black Mouth Cur is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Stephens Cur is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Black Mouth Cur dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur playfulness comparison:	The Black Mouth Cur is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Stephens Cur is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Mountain Curs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur?	Average: The Black Mouth Cur barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Stephens Cur is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Mountain Cur barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Black Mouth Cur breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Stephens Cur breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Mountain Cur breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Black Mouth Cur dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Stephens Cur dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Mountain Cur dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	Black Mouth Cur dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Stephens Cur dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Mountain Cur dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Black Mouth Cur bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Stephens Cur bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mountain Cur bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Black Mouth Cur has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Stephens Cur has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Mountain Cur has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur mouthiness comparison:	Black Mouth Cur dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur health comparison. Which is the healthier: Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur?	Black Mouth Curs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Stephens Curs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Mountain Cur is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur health problems comparison:	Ear Infections	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Black Mouth Cur should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Stephens Cur should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Mountain Cur should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur lifespan comparison. How long do Black Mouth Cur, Stephens Cur and Mountain Cur breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-18 years The average lifespan of Black Mouth Cur: 15 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Stephens Cur: 14 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Mountain Cur: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mountain Cur can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur energy level comparison:	Black Mouth Cur dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Stephens Cur dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Mountain Cur dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Black Mouth Cur dogs need a lot of exercises.	Stephens Cur dogs need a lot of exercises.	Mountain Cur dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	Black Mouth Cur dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Stephens Cur dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Mountain Cur dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Black Mouth Cur has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Stephens Cur has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Mountain Cur has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur coat comparison:	Smooth	Sleek	Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Black Mouth Cur, Stephens Cur and Mountain Cur color?	Black Red Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle	Black Red Blue Cream White Brown Yellow Brindle Blonde	Black Red Blue Cream White Brown Yellow Brindle Blonde
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Black Mouth Cur doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Stephens Cur requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Mountain Cur requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or {name3 shedding:	Black Mouth Cur dogs are low shedders. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur?	Medium ⏺ The Black Mouth Cur has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Stephens Cur has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Mountain Cur has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Black Mouth Cur is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Stephens Cur is an average drooler. See more.	The Mountain Cur is an average drooler. See more.

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Black Mouth Cur dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Stephens Cur dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Mountain Cur dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Which dog is more friendly?	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Stephens Cur dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Mountain Cur dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Stephens Cur dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Mountain Cur dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	Black Mouth Cur dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Stephens Cur dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Mountain Cur dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur?	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Stephens Cur dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Mountain Cur dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur?	Yes Black Mouth Cur dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Stephens Cur dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Mountain Cur dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Black Mouth Cur is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Stephens Cur is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mountain Cur is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Black Mouth Curs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Stephens Curs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Mountain Curs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Black Mouth Cur or Stephens Cur or Mountain Cur? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur?	Not really Black Mouth Cur breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Stephens Cur breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mountain Cur breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Black Mouth Cur and Stephens Cur and Mountain Cur have?	5-10 puppies	3-8 puppies	3-8 puppies
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Black Mouth Cur vs Stephens Cur vs Mountain Cur Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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