A Detailed Comparison of the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur.

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Dalmatian Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian or the Mountain Cur

Dalmatian versus Mountain Cur: Overview

A very important difference between the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dalmatian is a medium-sized dog while the Mountain Cur is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Dalmatian belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

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.

Dalmatian versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian Mountain Cur
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 13 to 16 years 10 to 16 years
Height 19 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 26 inches
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Weight 48 to 55 pounds 30 to 60 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 14.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1410 $550
Price Range $1000 – $1800 $350 – $800
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    *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 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Mountain Cur is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Dalmatian is a better pet than the Mountain Cur. So, you should get the Dalmatian!

    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 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur

    Below is a list of where the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are most different:

  • Dalmatians have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Mountain Curs have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Dalmatians gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Mountain Curs are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Dalmatians shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur

    The Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are most similar:

  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are very playful.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Dalmatian versus Mountain Cur

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur.

    Dalmatians weigh 48 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Dalmatians are 19 to 24 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 Dalmatian versus Price of Mountain Cur

    The average price of the Dalmatian puppy is $1410. The price of the Dalmatian typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of a Dalmatian can be as low as $250 and as high as $2600. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 233 Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian is more expensive than the Mountain Cur.

    Dalmatian Mountain Cur
    Average Price $1410 $550
    Price Range $1000 to $1800 $350 to $800

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Dalmatian and Mountain Cur. For different price points, the charts show how many Dalmatian puppies or how many Mountain Cur puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Dalmatians. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Dalmatians. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Mountain Curs

    A breakdown of the prices of Mountain Curs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian versus Adopting the Mountain Cur

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Dalmatians 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 Dalmatian named Travis that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Dalmatians like Travis on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Dalmatians, 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.

    The Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Louie is the name of another Dalmatian (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Dalmatians and Mountain Curs that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Which one drools more, the Dalmatian or the Mountain Cur

    Dalmatians do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Dalmatian Better for Apartment Owners than the Mountain Cur?

    Dalmatians do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Does the Dalmatian Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?

    Dalmatians have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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 Dalmatians Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?

    Dalmatians are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dalmatian or the Mountain Cur?

    Dalmatians are OK for new dog owners.

    Mountain Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dalmatian versus Mountain Cur

    Dalmatians can be left alone only for a short time.

    Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.

    Can Dalmatians Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Dalmatians can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Dalmatians Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Dalmatians can tolerate hot weather.

    Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.

    How Kid-friendly are Dalmatians and Mountain Curs?

    Dalmatians get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dalmatian or the Mountain Cur?

    Dalmatians get along very well with other dogs.

    Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Is the Dalmatian Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?

    Dalmatians are very easy to train.

    Mountain Curs are not easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dalmatian vs. Mountain Cur

    Dalmatians 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.

    Are Dalmatians good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?

    Dalmatians are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Mountain Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Do Dalmatians shed more than Mountain Curs?

    Dalmatians shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dalmatian or the Mountain Cur?

    Dalmatians are very easy to groom.

    Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dalmatian

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian:

  • Berger Picard (78 percent match with Dalmatian). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs Berger Picard.
  • Golden Cocker Retriever (80 percent match with Dalmatian). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs Golden Cocker Retriever.

    • 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:

  • Black Mouth Cur (80 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Dalmatian vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (77 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Dalmatian vs Karelian Bear Dog.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Dalmatian and how the Mountain Cur compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dalmatian and of the Mountain Cur to other breeds:

    Dalmatian Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dalmatian versus Black Russian Terrier     Dalmatian versus Irish Terrier     Dalmatian versus Ibizan Hound     Dalmatian versus Valley Bulldog     Dalmatian versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Dalmatian versus Boxerdoodle     Dalmatian versus Puli     Dalmatian versus Bracco Italiano     Dalmatian versus Pomchi     Dalmatian versus Berger Picard     

    Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Mountain Cur versus Cesky Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Whoodle     Mountain Cur versus Ibizan Hound     Mountain Cur versus Bernedoodle     Mountain Cur versus Pointer     Mountain Cur versus Tibetan Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Mountain Cur versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Mountain Cur versus Cairn Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Portuguese Water Dog     

    Conclusion: Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian and the Mountain Cur better suits you and your family.