Mountain Cur Grooming Profile

Mountain Cur are considered to have moderate allergy-friendly tendencies. They possess a smooth/short coat that has moderate shedding. Their grooming needs are easy.

Allergy-friendly: 6 / 10

Mountain Cur have a smooth/short coat with moderate shedding. Overall, their shedding level is considered moderate. Regular grooming is recommended to manage loose hair.

Shedding: 6 / 10

Mountain Curs have a short, dense coat that needs only weekly brushing to stay clean and manage shedding. This American hunting breed is genuinely low-maintenance in terms of coat care, with most of the real upkeep going toward exercise and mental stimulation instead.

Grooming need: 5 / 10

Belgian Tervurens are high-maintenance dogs. They require significant grooming during shedding seasons and demand vigorous daily exercise and extensive mental stimulation. They are highly intelligent working dogs that thrive when given a job to do.

Low-maintenance: 3 / 10

The Mountain Cur is a medium-sized hunting breed, typically standing 16 to 26 inches at the shoulder and weighing 30 to 60 pounds, with some size variation across the different regional strains. Most individuals land in a compact, muscular, athletic build.

Size: 7 / 10

Belgian Tervurens generally reach their full adult height by 12 to 18 months of age. However, they continue to fill out, gain muscle mass, and develop their full adult coat until they are about two to three years old.

Growth timeline: 5 / 10

Adult Mountain Curs typically need about 2 to 3 cups of quality dry food a day, split into two meals, depending on size and activity level. Working or actively hunting individuals in this rugged American breed may need extra calories to maintain condition.

Feeding amount: 6 / 10

Mountain Cur puppies should be fed 3-4 meals/day to support their rapid growth and high energy levels. Consult your veterinarian for a specific feeding schedule.

Puppy feeding frequency: 6 / 10