Appearance of the Black Mouth Cur
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| The Black Mouth Cur is a medium to large dog, measuring between 40.5 and 63.5 centimeters in height, and can be a little heavier than most cur varieties, weighing up to 43 kilos. They are slightly longer than they are tall, with a particularly broad, muscular chest and slightly arched loins. The Black Mouth Cur's legs are strong and straight, and many of these dogs have flippers between the toes. Their head tends to be broad, with a broad, flat skull and a broad muzzle with a particularly well-defined lower jaw. The muzzle and inside of the mouth are generally black, with only the pink tongue remaining, and their low, medium-length ears are set high on the head and hang close to the cheek. Their eyes can be any shade of brown, green or yellow, while blue and multicolored eyes sometimes appear, they are considered serious faults. |
Temperament of the Black Mouth Cur
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| This breed tends to be quite sociable with people of all ages, but they should be closely supervised when interacting with smaller children, as they can be large and sometimes clumsy. With proper socialization, they get on quite well with other dogs when on neutral territory, but due to their territorial nature, they can sometimes tip over into aggression when on their own property. They are natural hunters with an extremely high prey drive. These dogs are therefore generally not recommended for homes with cats and other smaller pets. They should never be left alone in the yard, as they are resourceful escape artists and their prey is so relentless that, when given free rein, many Black Mouth Curs bring home gifts of dead animals to their owners, like cats with larger prey. They are very intelligent and good problem-solvers, but although many train quickly, some Black Mouth Curs will show no interest in being trained and prefer to try and learn things for themselves, which can sometimes lead to mischief. |
Needs and activities of the Black Mouth Cur
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| These dogs are generally quite active and need at least an hour of vigorous activity a day, as well as plenty of mental stimulation to keep their inquisitive minds occupied. If not given enough physical and mental stimulation, this breed can quickly become mischievous and even destructive. Fortunately, the Black Mouth Cur is also an extremely versatile dog and can be entertained by a variety of activities, including herding, tracking and swimming. These dogs are generally too large, active and territorial to make good apartment dwellers, and are happiest when they have a large yard to run and play in. |
Maintenance of the Black Mouth Cur
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| These dogs have a relatively easy-to-care-for coat and few grooming problems. Bathing should be maintained as needed, as these dogs can develop dry skin problems if bathed too frequently. Although they only need brushing a few times a month to control shedding and keep their coats healthy, their coats tend to pick up dirt and debris on the outside, which may require more frequent brushing sessions. Many Black Mouth Curs also shed more heavily during seasonal changes and may require more frequent brushing sessions during these periods too. |
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