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Black Mouth Cur
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Black Mouth Cur
(Southern Cur) (Yellow Black Mouth Cur)
(Southern Black Mouth Cur) (American Black Mouth Cur)
Tug, the Black Mouth Cur at about 1 ˝ years old
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Description |
The Black Mouth Cur is an unquestionably muscular,
sturdy, rugged Southern dog. The coat comes in a variety of shades of yellow,
fawns and brindle. Some BM Curs are born with heavier coats and some are born
with lighter coats; these two different coat types can appear in the same
litter. The undeniably powerful muzzle is black, tan or the same color as the
coat. Black muzzles are usually preferred and any other color is
considered a fault. The ears are medium-sized and hanging. The tail can be quite
lengthy. Many are born with a short tail or have a docked. The chest is deep and
solid. |
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Temperament |
For the people who hunt, no other dog will do.
Among this swift hunter's quarry is boar, bear, coon, squirrel and deer. With
medium-sized game, the Black Mouth catches and kills it with no questions asked.
This dog never retreats. It is also proficient at treeing and baying. During the
hunt, trailing is semi-open or silent, with a chop or yodel acceptable on tree
or at bay. Curs rarely trot, even while hunting, going from a walk to a
ground-covering sprint. These dogs are avid hunters, yet can also work with
cattle. Breeders say a pup will train himself treeing, protecting and/or
bunching and penning cattle by six months of age. As relentless and overpowering
as this cur appears at work, he is kind and protective with his family. Loyalty
and fearlessness are the norm. They have a burning desire to please their
master. Male dogs are especially affectionate to women, preferring ladies for
company and being aloof with strange men. Notably protective of children. Some
object to parents disciplining children, which of course, children love.
VERY IMPORTANT POINT: do not strike or spank to train. This is very
counter-productive. Bmc’s are VERY voice sensitive. A stern voice, USED
SPARINGLY, is the best tool. If you can get them to figure out what you want
them to do, you’ve got it made. Intelligent, predictable, with an even temperament, the Southern Curs are loyal
to their families, giving their lives, if necessary, to protect them. Start
training the Black Mouth puppy as soon as you bring it home. Training sessions
should be short and frequent to keep them from becoming bored. This working dog
should not be trusted with non-canine pets. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 16-25 inches (40-64 cm.)
Weight: 45-95 pounds (20-43 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
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Living Conditions |
The Black Mouth Cur is
not the best choice for apartment life. |
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Exercise |
The Black Mouth Cur is
a hunting dog that needs a great deal of regular exercise, including a
long, brisk daily walk.
These dogs are
extremely intelligent, and even a long run once a day would not be enough to
keep them occupied. Very physical dog, unless it senses fragile young children
or women. Needs plenty of room to run. They do best in a home with a large yard to protect.
They make great jogging companions. Lack of exercise can cause a wide variety of
behavior problems. |
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Life Expectancy |
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Grooming |
The short hair of the Black Mouth Cur is easy to
groom. Occasionally comb and brush to remove dead and loose hairs. Bathe only
when necessary as bathing can dry out the skin causing skin problems. Keep the
ear canal free of excess hair and the toenails clipped. |
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Origin |
The southern United States is well populated with
cur-type dogs that are used by local hunters and sportsman. They are used
throughout the southern area of the USA. It was a Black Mouth Cur who
played the role of Old Yeller, in the famous Disney movie Old Yeller. |
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Group |
Herding |
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Recognition |
ABMCBA, CKC, NKC, SBMCBA, FBMCBO Inc.,
NSBMCBA, UKC, APRI, ACR |
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ABMCBA
= American Black Mouth Cur Breeders Association
CKC
= Continental Kennel Club
NKC
= National Kennel Club
SBMCBA
= Southern Black Mouth Cur Breeders Association
FBMCBO, Inc.
= Foundation Black Mouth Cur Breeders
Organization, Inc.
NSBMCBA
= National Southern Black Mouth Cur Breeders Association
UKC
= United Kennel Club
APRI
= American Pet Registry Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Buck the Black Mouth Cur
Buck the Black Mouth Cur
Name: Seven Bone Keeton
Breed: Black Mouth Cur
Age: 4 years old
Action: Climbed a tree on a scent
Brindle Black Mouth Cur
Brindle Black Mouth Cur
Brindle Black Mouth Cur Puppy
Black Mouth Cur
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