Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Dachshund Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction
- Dachshund versus Mountain Cur: Overview
- Dachshund versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur
- The Similarities Between the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dachshund versus Mountain Cur
- Price of Dachshund versus Price of Mountain Cur
- Adopting the Dachshund versus Adopting the Mountain Cur
- Can Dachshunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Which one drools more, the Dachshund or the Mountain Cur
- Is the Dachshund Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dachshund versus Mountain Cur
- Can Dachshunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dachshund or the Mountain Cur?
- Do Dachshunds shed more than Mountain Curs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dachshund or the Mountain Cur?
- Are Dachshunds good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?
- How Kid-friendly are Dachshunds and Mountain Curs?
- Does the Dachshund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?
- Do Dachshunds Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dachshund vs. Mountain Cur
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dachshund versus Mountain Cur. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dachshund Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Dachshund and for the Mountain Cur. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Dachshund or the Mountain Cur
Dachshund versus Mountain Cur: Overview
A very important difference between the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dachshund is a tiny-sized dog while the Mountain Cur is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Dachshund belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the Mountain Cur belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Dachshund versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dachshund to the Mountain Cur based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Dachshund | Mountain Cur |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Weight | 16 to 32 pounds | 30 to 60 pounds |
| General Health | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 16 to 26 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1730 | $550 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2000 | $350 – $800 |
| Temperament Score | 69.4 percent | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Dachshund in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Mountain Cur. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Dachshund is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Mountain Cur is 76 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Mountain Cur is a better pet than the Dachshund. So, you should get the Mountain Cur!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur
Below is a list of where the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur are most different:
The Similarities Between the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur
The Dachshund and the Mountain Cur are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dachshund versus Mountain Cur
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur.
Dachshunds weigh 16 to 32 pounds when fully grown. Dachshunds are 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 inches when fully grown.
Price of Dachshund versus Price of Mountain Cur
The average price of the Dachshund puppy is $1730. The price of the Dachshund typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of a Dachshund can be as low as $200 and as high as $24000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 698 Dachshund puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Mountain Cur puppy is $550. The price of the Mountain Cur typically ranges from $350 – $800. However, the price of a Mountain Cur can be as low as $100 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 40 Mountain Cur puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Dachshund is more expensive than the Mountain Cur.
| Dachshund | Mountain Cur | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1730 | $550 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $2000 | $350 to $800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Dachshund and Mountain Cur. For different price points, the charts show how many Dachshund puppies or how many Mountain Cur puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Dachshunds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Mountain Curs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Dachshund puppy or the Mountain Cur puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Dachshund versus Adopting the Mountain Cur
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Dachshunds and many Mountain Curs are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Dachshund named Max that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Dachshunds like Max on pefinder.com.
Also, like Dachshunds, Mountain Curs are also available for adoption. For example, Geronimo is a Male Mountain Cur that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Mountain Curs like Geronimo that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Mr. Pickles – Courtesy Post – So Ca is the name of another Dachshund (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Dachshunds and Mountain Curs that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Can Dachshunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dachshunds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Which one drools more, the Dachshund or the Mountain Cur
Dachshunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Is the Dachshund Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?
Dachshunds are not easy to train.
Mountain Curs are not easy to train.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dachshund versus Mountain Cur
Dachshunds can be left alone only for a short time.
Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.
Can Dachshunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dachshunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dachshund or the Mountain Cur?
Dachshunds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Do Dachshunds shed more than Mountain Curs?
Dachshunds shed moderately.
Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dachshund or the Mountain Cur?
Dachshunds are moderately easy to groom.
Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dachshund or the Mountain Cur?
Dachshunds are very good for new dog owners.
Mountain Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Are Dachshunds good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?
Dachshunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Mountain Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Dachshund Better for Apartment Owners than the Mountain Cur?
Dachshunds adapt very well to apartment living.
Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.
How Kid-friendly are Dachshunds and Mountain Curs?
Dachshunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Dachshund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?
Dachshunds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Mountain Curs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Dachshunds Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?
Dachshunds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.
Wanderlust Potential: Dachshund vs. Mountain Cur
Dachshunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Mountain Curs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dachshund that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Dachshund:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mountain Cur that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Mountain Cur:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Dachshund and how the Mountain Cur compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dachshund and of the Mountain Cur to other breeds:
Dachshund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dachshund versus Miniature Poodle Dachshund versus Finnish Lapphund Dachshund versus Irish Setter Dachshund versus Pyrenean Mastiff Dachshund versus Japanese Spitz Dachshund versus Lakeland Terrier Dachshund versus Dogo Argentino Dachshund versus Japanese Spitz Dachshund versus Valley Bulldog Dachshund versus Sloughi
Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds
Mountain Cur versus Shihpoo Mountain Cur versus Saint Berdoodle Mountain Cur versus German Wirehaired Pointer Mountain Cur versus Miniature Poodle Mountain Cur versus Finnish Lapphund Mountain Cur versus Belgian Malinois Mountain Cur versus Hovawart Mountain Cur versus Redbone Coonhound Mountain Cur versus Lhasapoo Mountain Cur versus Briard
Conclusion: Dachshund versus Mountain Cur. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Dachshund and the Mountain Cur better suits you and your family.