The Black Mouth Cur, also called the Southern Cur or the Yellow Black Mouth Cur, is a breed of dog originating in the Southeastern United States. Since its origins, it has been used as a hunting and guard dog, but thanks to its affable, sociable and loyal nature, it is more and more common to see it as a pet.
If you want to know more about the Black Mouth Cur breed, continue reading this breed sheet from PlanèteAnimal!
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Origin
- America
- United States
Physical Characteristics
- Muscular
- Proportional
Size
- Average
Height
- 35-45
Adult Weight
- 10-25
Life expectancy
- 12-14
Recommended physical activity
- High
Character
- Society
- Very loyal
- Smart
- Active
Ideal for
- Children
- The hunt
- The guard
Hair type
- Short
Origin of the Black Mouth Cur
The Black Mouth Cure breed is native to the southeastern United States. However, its exact origin is rather uncertain. Some authors claim the breed originated in the mountains of Tennessee, while others believe it originated in the state of Mississippi. In any case, it was a dog widely used by the first American settlers as a hunting and guard dog.
Characteristics of the Black Mouth Cur
The Black Mouth Cur is a medium sized dog. Males are around 46cm tall and weigh around 18kg, while females usually reach 41cm in height and 16kg in weight. Here are some features of the Black Mouth Cur:
- He is a strong and athletic dog.
- Its head is large but well proportioned with the rest of the body: it has a moderate stop and a moderately broad muzzle.
- The lips and oral mucosa are black: except in dogs with dilute colored coats. Hence the name of the breed.
- The eyes are of different colors: they can be green, brown or amber, and are also framed by dark colored eyelids. His ears are medium in size, set quite high and fall on either side of the face.
- The neck is slightly arched, strong and well-muscled and gradually widens into a broad, muscular chest.
- Its limbs are strong and straight: they can have single or double dewclaws.
- Its tail is attached low: it can vary in length depending on the individual.
- He is a fast and tenacious hunter: he finds his prey thanks to his sight, his hearing and his sense of smell. They are generally dogs of great tenacity and courage, which show a strong desire to work and obey the orders of their guardians.
" The Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) has not recognized this breed to date. In fact, currently the only organization that recognizes this breed is the United Kennel Club (UKC), which maintains one of the largest databases of dog breeds in the world. Specifically, the UKC includes this breed in the scent hound group."
Black Mouth Cur Colors
The Black Mouth Cura a short, dense and provided hair. Although most of them have a more or less dark brown coat, there are also black or even brindle dogs. They often have a black muzzle around the mouth, which in some cases can be combined with a muzzle of the same color. They sometimes have small white spots under the chin, around the nose, on the neck, chest, limbs or the tip of the tail.
Character of the Black Mouth Cur
As we have seen, throughout history the Black Mouth Cur has been used as a hunting and guard dog.However, they also make great pets, as they are especially loyal and protective of their guardian and family. They are also very sociable dogs, very good with children. They are also particularly sensitive dogs, which can be very disturbed by the loss of their guardian or their life companion.
In general, the Black Mouth Cur tends to be good natured with other dogs, but when trained as a guard and defense dog, they can become somewhat territorial with other dogs or strangers. It should be noted that the Cur is an active dog, who likes to work and obey the orders and directives given by his guardians, even if, over the years, his temperament becomes more relaxed.
Black Mouth Cure Care
When it comes to caring for a Black Mouth Cur, there are some important considerations to keep in mind:
- Exercise: If you are considering adopting a Black Mouth Cur, you should know that this is a very young dog. He will therefore need to exercise every day in order to be physically and mentally he althy.
- Food: Like any other breed, the Cur needs a balanced diet, adapted to its age and level of activity. Whether you choose to feed a commercial feed or a homemade ration, it is important that the feed is of high nutritional quality. In addition, it is advisable to divide the daily ration into two meals. He must always have fresh, clean water available.
- Grooming: As this is a short-haired breed, light daily brushing or more intensive weekly brushing is sufficient. It will have to be washed when it really needs it.
Black Mouth Cur Education
His intelligence and eagerness to please his guardians make the Black Mouth Cur an easy dog to train.Indeed, in addition to its traditional tasks as a hunter or guardian, the Black Mouth Cur is increasingly used in other disciplines, such as Agility or search and rescue.
However, it is essential to start the process of socialization and training as early as possible, otherwise behavior problems may arise at a later stage. If you want to know more about basic commands for dogs or how to properly socialize a puppy, do not hesitate to consult these other articles from PlanèteAnimal!
Black Mouth Cur He alth
As a general rule, the Black Mouth Cur is a fairly resilient dog. Indeed, it is reputed to have a slightly longer life expectancy than other dogs of its size, between 12 and 16 years. However, like dogs of any other breed, the Black Mouth Cur is not immune to disease. In particular, this breed seems to be more prone to suffer from it:
- Entropion: This is a condition in which the eyelid is inverted, causing the eyelashes to continually rub against the eyeball. Although a tedious process, it is surgically reversible.
- Tendon or muscle damage: Due to their active nature and work.
Where to adopt a Black Mouth Cur?
If you are considering bringing Black Mouth Cur into your family, we recommend researching animal welfare organizations near you. You will be able to go there and meet in person the dogs waiting to be adopted. Another option is to check the websites of animal shelters or shelters to see if they have any Black Mouth Curs waiting to be adopted. Remember that the most important thing when it comes to welcoming a new member into the family is not that they meet any breed standard, but that you can welcome them into your home and adapt to their needs and lifestyle.
Pictures of Black Mouth Cur or Southern Cur
