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About Mountain Cur Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The Mountain Cur, originating in the United States and developed by frontier settlers in the Appalachian and Ozark highlands, is a rugged working breed in the AKC Foundation Stock Service, historically bred to tree game, guard homesteads, and drive livestock. Typically 16-26 inches tall and 30-60 pounds, they are muscular and athletic with a short, dense double coat in brindle, yellow, black, or blue, requiring only weekly brushing, routine ear cleaning, and regular nail trims. Courageous, loyal, and intelligent, they bond deeply with their handlers and need vigorous daily exercise and a job to do; they suit active rural families but can be reserved with strangers.
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Mountain Cur dogs are known for: Tenacious, Tree dog, Hard working, Stoic, Tough.
- Tenacious
- Tree dog
- Hard working
- Stoic
- Tough
Family & Household Compatibility
- Good with children, this breed is generally compatible with kids.
- Good with other dogs, typically sociable with other dogs.
- Cats: strong prey drive may make cohabitation with cats challenging.
Known Health Considerations
Hip dysplasia, ear infections, generally hardy breed
When researching Mountain Cur breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Mountain Cur Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Mountain Cur breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
Featured Ethical Mountain Cur Breeder
Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Mountain Cur appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.