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- Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction
- Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mountain Cur: Overview
- Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur
- The Similarities Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mountain Cur
- Which one drools more, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Mountain Cur
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mountain Cur
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Mountain Cur?
- Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?
- Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?
- Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Mountain Cur?
- Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed more than Mountain Curs?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs. Mountain Cur
- How Kid-friendly are Dandie Dinmont Terriers and Mountain Curs?
- Does the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?
- Are Dandie Dinmont Terriers good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mountain Cur. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Mountain Cur
Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mountain Cur: Overview
A very important difference between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Mountain Cur is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
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.
Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 | Dandie Dinmont Terrier | Mountain Cur |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Weight | 18 to 24 pounds | 30 to 60 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 16 to 26 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $350 – $800 |
| Average Price | No Data | $550 |
| 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a better pet than the Mountain Cur. So, you should get the Dandie Dinmont Terrier!
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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur
Below is a list of where the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur are most different:
The Similarities Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mountain Cur
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers weigh 18 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Dandie Dinmont Terriers are 8 to 11 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.
Which one drools more, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Mountain Cur
Dandie Dinmont Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mountain Cur
Dandie Dinmont Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Mountain Cur?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.
Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not easy to train.
Mountain Curs are not easy to train.
Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Mountain Cur?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed more than Mountain Curs?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed moderately.
Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Wanderlust Potential: Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs. Mountain Cur
Dandie Dinmont Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Mountain Curs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Mountain Cur?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Mountain Cur?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Mountain Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
How Kid-friendly are Dandie Dinmont Terriers and Mountain Curs?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers 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.
Are Dandie Dinmont Terriers good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Mountain Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier:
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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and how the Mountain Cur compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and of the Mountain Cur to other breeds:
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Canaan Dog Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus American Water Spaniel Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Belgian Tervuren Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Affenpinscher Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Scottish Terrier Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Basenji Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Basenji Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Rhodesian Ridgeback
Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds
Mountain Cur versus Greyhound Mountain Cur versus Pomchi Mountain Cur versus Schnoodle Mountain Cur versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mountain Cur versus Mudi Mountain Cur versus Pyredoodle Mountain Cur versus Sussex Spaniel Mountain Cur versus Hovawart Mountain Cur versus Portuguese Water Dog Mountain Cur versus Bloodhound
Conclusion: Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Mountain Cur better suits you and your family.