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Name	Mountain Cur	Mudi	Kooikerhondje
Origins	United States	Hungary	Netherlands
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje breeds.	Cur Dog Moutain Cur Dog Cur	Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which breed is the largest?	Large Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	18-29 pounds (8-13 kg)	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mountain Cur or Mudi or Kooikerhondje? Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje height comparison:	18-26 inches (46-66 cm)	15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	22 inches (56 cm)	17 inches (43 cm)	15 inches (38.5 cm)

Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Find price differences between these breeds.	$300-$500	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Mountain Cur or Mudi or Kooikerhondje?	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.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which is easiest to train?	Mountain Cur dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Mudi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which breed is most alert?	Mountain Cur dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which breed is most protective?	Mountain Cur dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Mudi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Protective Courageous Intelligent Watchful Quiet	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Mountain Cur dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje?	Average to High: Mountain Cur dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje social needs comparison:	Mountain Cur dogs are a social breed. See more.	Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Mountain Cur dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Kooikerhondje 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

Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which breed is most vocal?	Low: The Mountain Cur barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Mountain Curs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Mountain Cur breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Mudi indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Kooikerhondje indoors.
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Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Mountain Cur dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Mountain Cur or Mudi or Kooikerhondje?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Mountain Cur has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which uses mouth most during play?	Mountain Cur dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mountain Cur bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which breed lives longest?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Mountain Cur: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	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 Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which has fewer health issues?	The Mountain Cur is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Mountain Cur should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis

Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which breed is most active?	Mountain Cur dogs are high-energy dogs.	Mudi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mountain Cur or Mudi or Kooikerhondje? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mountain Cur dogs need a lot of exercises.	Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mountain Cur or Mudi or Kooikerhondje?	Mountain Cur dogs don't need too much sleep.	Mudi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Mountain Cur has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which needs most food?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. What colors are available?	Black Red Blue Cream White Brown Yellow Brindle Blonde	Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey)	Red White Orange
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Mountain Cur requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which drools least?	The Mountain Cur is an average drooler. See more.	The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Mountain Cur has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough Smooth	Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	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 Mountain Cur or Mudi or Kooikerhondje? Mountain Cur or Mudi or {name3 shedding:	Mountain Cur dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Mudi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which is best with kids?	Mountain Cur dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mountain Cur dogs are generally with other pets.	Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mountain Cur or Mudi or Kooikerhondje? Which dog is more friendly?	Mountain Cur dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Mountain Cur or Mudi or Kooikerhondje?	Mountain Cur dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Mountain Cur or Mudi or Kooikerhondje?	Mountain Cur dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje?	Yes Mountain Cur dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mudi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Mountain Cur is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Mudi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Mountain Curs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Mountain Cur breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which has most military use?	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.

Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which has most puppies?	3-8 puppies	5-8 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. What's recommended?	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.

Mountain Cur vs Mudi vs Kooikerhondje Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Mountain Cur, Mudi, and Kooikerhondje. Which has most recognition?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service

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