Black Mouth Cur has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Carolina Dog has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Active
Kind
Protective
Fearless
Loyal
Trainable

Adaptable
Loyal
Reserved
Gentle
Primitive

Black Mouth Curs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Carolina Dogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Hounds, Terriers, Feist-type Dogs

Pariah Dog, Native American Dog

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Rare Breed Association
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

1700s

1200s

Hound
Scenthound (UKC)

Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Brown
Black
Fawn
Isabella
Brindle

Black
Cream
Red
Sable
Fawn

A Black Mouth Cur can have a litter of 12-18 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Carolina Dog can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Ear Infections
Entropion
Ectropion
Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Eye Examinations
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

OFA on hips and elbows
Complete Physical Examination

Black Mouth Curs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Carolina Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Black Mouth Cur has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Carolina Dog is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Black Mouth Curs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Carolina Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Black Mouth Cur dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Carolina Dog dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Hiking, Camping, Watching tv, Playing, Running, Walking, Fetching, Tug-of-war

Walk, Walking, Running, Sniffing, Fetch, Hike, Swim, Chase, Dog Parks, Outdoorsy stuff, Play, Walks, Play ball, Playdate, Hiking, Swimming, Cuddles, Taking naps, Football, Tug-of-war, Cuddle, Hide & Seek, Belly rubs, Tricks, Car rides, Boat ride, Park

Black Mouth Curs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Carolina Dogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Black Mouth Cur, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Carolina Dog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-95 pound (18 - 43 kg) Black Mouth Cur feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 33-44 pound (15 - 20 kg) Carolina Dog feed 2.4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Black Mouth Cur is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Carolina Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Black Mouth Cur is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Carolina Dog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Black Mouth Curs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Carolina Dogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Black Mouth Curs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Carolina Dogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Black Mouth Curs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Carolina Dogs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Black Mouth Curs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Carolina Dogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.