Intelligent
Protective
Courageous
Watchful
Quiet
Energetic

Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Vocal
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

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

Havatons 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.

Havatons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Native Curs, Indian Curs and Terrier-like Curs

Havanese, Coton de Tulear

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

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

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Brindle
Black

Cream
Brown
White
Silver
Black
White

Mountain Curs have medium-length coats.

Havatons are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

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 Havaton 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.

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)
Heart Problems

Deafness

Bone And Joint Problems
Deafness

Yearly Physical Examination

X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Full Physical Examination
Full Blood Work

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

Havatons' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Mountain Cur has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Havaton has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

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

Havatons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

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

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

Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Run, Dog Parks

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.

Havatons 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 Havaton, it's at least 6 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 Havatons usually need at least 60 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.

Havatons 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, Havaton 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 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Havaton 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 Havaton is somewhere $1.40 - $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 Havaton is between $35 - $49. This makes an average of $420 - $588 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.

Mountain Cur has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Havatons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

Havatons 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.

Havatons make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

Havatons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

Mountain Curs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

The Mountain Cur is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Havatons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.