While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Mountain Curs are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Havapeke is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Intelligent
Protective
Courageous
Watchful
Quiet
Energetic

Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Opinionated
Charming

Mountain Curs shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Havapekes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Mountain Cur if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Havapekes as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Native Curs, Indian Curs and Terrier-like Curs

Pekingese, Havanese

Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Black

Black
Gray
Blue
Cream

Mountain Curs have medium-length coats.

Havapekes are known for their coat length.

A Mountain Cur can have a litter of 12-16 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 Havapeke can have a litter of 1-9 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.

Mountain Curs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Havapekes are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

While the Mountain Cur breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Havapekes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip Dysplasia

Deafness

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Liver Shunts

Yearly Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Mountain Curs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Havapekes are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Havapekes need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Mountain Curs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Havapekes are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Mountain Curs are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Hike, Shake, Hide & Seek, Go to Park, Chase, Fetch, Hiking

Play keep away

Mountain 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.

Havapekes 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 Mountain 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 Havapeke, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mountain Curs usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Havapekes usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Mountain Cur is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Havapekes require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Mountain Cur should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Havapeke should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Mountain Cur feed 2 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 9-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) Havapeke feed 1 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 Mountain Cur is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Havapeke is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mountain Cur 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.

The average per month expenses of a Havapeke is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Havapekes have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Mountain Cur is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Havapekes make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Mountain Curs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Havapekes have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Havapekes are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Mountain Curs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Havapekes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Havapekes are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.