Dalmatian vs Mountain Cur
Compare the Dalmatian to the Mountain Cur. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dalmatians and Mountain Curs.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - Both the Dalmatian and Mountain Cur are good choices for new or inexperienced owners.
- Children - Both breeds are child friendly, but the Dalmatian is the most friendly between the breeds.
- Grooming - Both breeds have low maintenance coats, but the Dalmatian is easier to groom.
- Barking - The Mountain Cur bark/howls frequently. The Dalmatian has an average level of barking.
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| Breed Name | Dalmatian | Mountain Cur |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | No |
| Lifespan | 13-16 yrs. | 14-16 yrs. |
| Height | 19-24 in. | 16-26 in. |
| Weight | 45-55 lb | 30-60 lb |
| Intelligence | Average | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Croatia (Hrvatska) | United States |
| Origin Year | 1600 AD | 1957 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | Yes | No |
| Indoor | Yes | No |
| Small Yard | Yes | No |
| Medium Yard | Yes | No |
| Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 50°F to 85°F | 35°F to 85°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | High | High |
| Exercise Required | High | High-Very High |
| Top Running Speed | 35 mph | 26 mph |
| Strength | High | High |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Medium | Low |
| Shedding | Medium | Medium |
| Dander | Medium | Medium |
| Drool Amount | None | Low |
¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
| Breed Name | Dalmatian | Mountain Cur |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | Yes |
| Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
| Independent | No | Yes |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | No | No |
| Average | Yes | No |
| Focused & Patient | No | Yes |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Below Average | Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Below Average | Average |
| Chasing | Below Average | High |
| Follow Commands | Below Average | Very Low |
| Fighting | Below Average | Average |
| Guarding | Average | High |
| Herding | Below Average | Very Low |
| Hunting | Average | High |
| Protection | Average | High |
| Remove Vermin | Below Average | High |
| Sledding | Below Average | Very Low |
| Watch | Average | High |
| Breed Name | Dalmatian | Mountain Cur |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 13-16 yrs. | 14-16 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Allergies | Yes | No |
| Deafness | Yes | No |
| Hip Dysplasia | Yes | No |
| Iris Sphincter Dysplasia | Yes | No |
| Skin Allergies | Yes | No |
| Urolithiasis | Yes | No |
| Breed Name | Dalmatian | Mountain Cur |
| Coat | ||
| Fur | Yes | No |
| Hair | No | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Single Coat | Yes | No |
| Smooth Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Double Coat | No | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Straight | Yes | Yes |
| Rough | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Short | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| White & Black | Yes | No |
| White & Lemon | Yes | No |
| White & Liver Brown | Yes | No |
| White & Orange | Yes | No |
| White, Black, & Tan | Yes | No |
| White, Liver, & Tan | Yes | No |
| Black | No | Yes |
| Blonde/ Buttermilk Buckskin | No | Yes |
| Blue | No | Yes |
| Brindle | No | Yes |
| Red | No | Yes |
| Yellow | No | Yes |