Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Comparison – Which dog is better Cumberland Shepherd or Mountain Cur?

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Name	Cumberland Sheepdog	Stephens Cur
Origins	England	United States
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Group	Extinct	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Cumberland Sheepdog and Stephens Cur. What other names are these breeds known by?	Cumberland Shepherd	Mountain Cur Stephens’ Stock Cur Stephens’ Stock Mountain Cur
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Cumberland Sheepdog and a Stephens Cur. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Cumberland Sheepdog and a Stephens Cur. Which breed is heavier?	40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)	Male: 30-60 pounds (13-27 kg), Female: 25-55 pounds (11-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	47 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 45 pounds (20 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cumberland Sheepdog or Stephens Cur? Is a Cumberland Sheepdog taller than a Stephens Cur?	18-22 inches (45-55 cm)	Male: 18-25 inches (48-65 cm), Female: 16-22 inches (41-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (49.5 cm)

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Cumberland Sheepdog and a Stephens Cur. Which breed costs more?	Unavailable	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Cumberland Sheepdog or Stephens Cur?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Cumberland Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Stephens Cur dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare training requirements.	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare alertness levels.	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare territorial behaviors.	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Cumberland Sheepdog and a Stephens Cur. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Energetic Intelligent	Intelligent Trainable Instinctual Hard working
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur?	Sensitive: Cumberland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are easygoing, low-sensitivity dogs. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur?	High: Cumberland Sheepdog 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur social needs comparison:	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur?	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Stephens Cur is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur? Which can be better for hunting?	Cumberland Sheepdog 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.	Stephens Cur dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Cumberland Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Stephens Cur is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare play drive and energy.	The Cumberland Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Stephens Cur is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cumberland Sheepdog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Stephens Cur breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare adaptability levels.	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Stephens Cur dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Cumberland Sheepdog or Stephens Cur?	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Cumberland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Stephens Cur has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cumberland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Stephens Cur bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cumberland Sheepdog: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Stephens Cur: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cumberland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Cumberland Sheepdog and a Stephens Cur. Which breed is healthier?	The Cumberland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Stephens Curs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur?	Average The Cumberland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Stephens Cur should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Cumberland Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Stephens Cur has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare daily food needs.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Cumberland Sheepdog and Stephens Cur? Compare breed colors.	Fawn Merle Black & White Brown & White	Black Red Blue Cream White Brown Yellow Brindle Blonde
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Cumberland Sheepdog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Stephens Cur requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare drooling amounts.	The Cumberland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Stephens Cur is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Cumberland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Stephens Cur has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Cumberland Sheepdog and a Stephens Cur? Compare fur types.	Dense Feathered	Sleek
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cumberland Sheepdog or Stephens Cur? Do Cumberland Sheepdog dogs shed more than Stephens Cur dogs?	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Stephens Cur dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare kid-friendliness.	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Stephens Cur dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.	Stephens Cur dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cumberland Sheepdog or Stephens Cur? Which dog is more friendly?	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Stephens Cur dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cumberland Sheepdog or Stephens Cur?	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Stephens Cur dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cumberland Sheepdog or Stephens Cur? Can a Cumberland Sheepdog and a Stephens Cur be friends? Do Cumberland Sheepdog dogs get along with Stephens Cur dogs?	Cumberland Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Stephens Cur dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur?	Yes Cumberland Sheepdog 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cumberland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Stephens Cur is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cumberland Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Stephens Curs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Cumberland Sheepdog 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Cumberland Sheepdog or a Stephens Cur? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Cumberland Sheepdog and Stephens Cur. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Cumberland Sheepdog and Stephens Cur. Which has larger litters?	2-9 puppies	3-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Cumberland Sheepdog and Stephens Cur breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Cumberland Sheepdog and Stephens Cur. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Cumberland Sheepdog vs Stephens Cur Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Cumberland Sheepdog and Stephens Cur. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Cumberland Sheepdog and Stephens Cur. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Cumberland Sheepdog and Stephens Cur. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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