Which is Better between the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo? A Very Detailed Review.

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Mountain Cur Versus Papipoo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo 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 Mountain Cur and the Papipoo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo 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 Mountain Cur and for the Papipoo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Mountain Cur or the Papipoo.

Mountain Cur versus Papipoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Mountain Cur versus Papipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Mountain Cur to the Papipoo 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo

Factor Mountain Cur Papipoo
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 16 years 10 to 14 years
Height 16 to 26 inches 10 to 11 inches
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 6 to 14 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $550 $1500
Price Range $350 – $800 $1500 – $1500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Mountain Cur 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 Papipoo. 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 the Mountain Cur is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Papipoo is 87 out of 125.

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

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 Mountain Cur and the Papipoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo

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

  • Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Papipoos adapt well to apartment living.
  • Mountain Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Papipoos are good for new dog owners.
  • Mountain Curs are not easy to train. However, Papipoos are very easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo

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

  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo are very playful.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Papipoo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Mountain Cur versus Papipoo

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

    Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Mountain Cur versus Papipoo

    The lifespan of Mountain Curs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Mountain Curs is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.

    Mountain Curs live longer than Papipoos.

    Price of Mountain Cur versus Price of Papipoo

    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 reviewing the prices of 40 Mountain Cur puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Papipoo puppy is $1500. The price of the Papipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. However, the price of the Papipoo can be as low as $1500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Papipoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Papipoo is more expensive than the Mountain Cur.

    Mountain Cur Papipoo
    Average Price $550 $1500
    Price Range $350 to $800 $1500 to $1500

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Papipoos

    A breakdown of the prices of Papipoos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Mountain Cur puppy or the Papipoo 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Mountain Cur versus Papipoo

    Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.

    Papipoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Mountain Curs shed more than Papipoos?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Mountain Cur or the Papipoo

    Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.

    Papipoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Mountain Curs Bark and Howl? What about Papipoos?

    Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.

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

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

    Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Mountain Cur vs. Papipoo

    Mountain Curs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.

    Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Mountain Curs good family dogs? What about Papipoos?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Mountain Curs and Papipoos?

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

    Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Mountain Cur Easier to Train than the Papipoo?

    Mountain Curs are not easy to train.

    Papipoos are very easy to train.

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

    Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    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 Papipoo vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (77 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Karelian Bear Dog.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo

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

  • Papillon (86 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs Papillon.
  • Bich Poo (83 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs Bich Poo.
  • Toy Poodle (81 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs Toy Poodle.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Mountain Cur versus Chow Chow     Mountain Cur versus Mastiff     Mountain Cur versus Shetland Sheepdog     Mountain Cur versus Schipperke     Mountain Cur versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Mountain Cur versus Norfolk Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Australian Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Scottish Deerhound     Mountain Cur versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Mountain Cur versus English Cocker Spaniel     Mountain Cur versus Bulldog     Mountain Cur versus Lancashire Heeler     Mountain Cur versus English Toy Spaniel     Mountain Cur versus Newfoundland     Mountain Cur versus Chow Chow     Mountain Cur versus Goldendoodle     Mountain Cur versus Shihpoo     Mountain Cur versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Canaan Dog     Mountain Cur versus Belgian Sheepdog     Mountain Cur versus Kooikerhondje     Mountain Cur versus Chinook     Mountain Cur versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Mountain Cur versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Mountain Cur versus Goldador     

    Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Papipoo versus Leonberger     Papipoo versus Cavapoo     Papipoo versus Scottish Deerhound     Papipoo versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Papipoo versus Japanese Spitz     Papipoo versus Berger Picard     Papipoo versus Pomapoo     Papipoo versus Italian Greyhound     Papipoo versus Bichon Frise     Papipoo versus Lhasapoo     Papipoo versus Belgian Sheepdog     Papipoo versus Akita Chow     Papipoo versus Shihpoo     Papipoo versus Dalmatian     Papipoo versus Australian Kelpie     Papipoo versus Newfoundland     Papipoo versus Dalmatian     Papipoo versus Biewer Terrier     Papipoo versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Papipoo versus Briard     Papipoo versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Papipoo versus Irish Terrier     Papipoo versus Biewer Terrier     Papipoo versus Black Mouth Cur     Papipoo versus German Shorthaired Pointer     

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