Not Best For First-Time Dog Owners
The black mouth cur can certainly make a great pet, but they aren’t well-suited for novice owners. While they are pretty intelligent dogs and relatively eager to please, they can be slightly difficult to train. They need an owner who can assert calm leadership, while still providing all of the support and positive reinforcement this sensitive dog breed requires.
The black mouth cur is a poor choice for those who live in apartments, primarily because of the breed’s energy level and need for space.
They may also bark and howl quite a bit as your neighbors come and go. Even if you’re willing to put up with the noise these dogs can create, your neighbors are unlikely to be as understanding.
The black mouth cur is a pretty neat breed that can make a good pet for some families.
Just be sure that you carefully consider the amount of space you have available, as well as the amount of time you have to spend with your new pet, before deciding to add one of these black-muzzled beauties to your home!
Do you have a black mouth cur? What has been your experience with this breed? Share your stories in the comments!
How much grooming is required for a black mouth cur?
The amount of grooming a black mouth cur requires depends on its owner’s preference in regard to whether or not it should have a slicker brush cut. A slicker brush cut will require more frequent brushing and coat maintenance than if it does not have a slicker brush cut.
Black Mouth Cur Physical Appearance: Size, Coat, & Build
The black mouth cur is a medium to large dog, who varies pretty significantly in terms of size. Some are little more than 16 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh around 40 pounds, while large individuals may be nearly 10 inches taller and approach the 100-pound mark.
The black mouth cur has a short coat, but the coat comes in a variety of colors. Most have black markings on the muzzle (hence their name), but their body coloration can be yellow, brown, red, or black. Some black mouth curs even have a brindle pattern. Some have very coarse hair, while others are coated in softer, finer hair.
As a working dog breed, the black mouth cur is lean, muscular, and athletic-looking. They appear as though they’re ready to spring into action at a moment’s notice, and their legs are relatively long – a fact that helps them travel long distances.
These dogs have a very endearing expression, and their medium-sized ears tend to fold over in a pretty adorable manner. Sometimes, their ears also feature a black or dark-colored wash, which looks very handsome in conjunction with the black muzzle markings.
