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 Soft Coated Woxer 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
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless
Spirited
Faithful
Brave
Bright

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

Soft Coated Woxers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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 Soft Coated Woxers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Native Curs, Indian Curs and Terrier-like Curs

Boxer, Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Brindle
Black

Black
Brown
White
Fawn
Cream
Isabella

Mountain Curs have medium-length coats.

Soft Coated Woxers 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 Soft Coated Woxer can have a litter of 2-10 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.

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Hypothyroidism
Mast Cell Tumors
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Deafness

Allergies
Eye Problems
Ear Health and Infection

Yearly Physical Examination

Full Physical Examination
Blood Glucose Tests
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Work and Serum Chemistry Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination
Allergy Testing
Diagnostic Tests

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

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

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

Soft Coated Woxer 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.

Soft Coated Woxers 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.

Soft Coated Woxers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Soft Coated Woxers 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 Soft Coated Woxer, it's at least 7 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 Soft Coated Woxers 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.

The Soft Coated Woxer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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, Soft Coated Woxer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
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 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Soft Coated Woxer feed 3.5 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 Soft Coated Woxer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

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

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

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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.

The Soft Coated Woxer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Soft Coated Woxers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Soft Coated Woxers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Soft Coated Woxers 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.

Soft Coated Woxers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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.

Soft Coated Woxers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.