Buckley Mountain Feist Dog Breed

Other names:
Buckley Feist

The Buckley Mountain Feist is a small, treeing type of the Mountain Feist breed produced by Jack Buckley of Kentucky. These dogs, as with many Feists, vary quite a bit in appearance and are more classified for their hunting style. They make excellent companions to hunters and are trainable and eager to please. They also make suitable playmates for children and usually do well around other dogs; they may retain prey instincts towards smaller animals if not trained and socialized early. Outdoor space to explore, hunt and play daily is best, however, as true companions, they need plenty of attention. Buckley Mountain Feists should be low maintenance in regards to grooming, training and keeping them in good health.

Buckley Mountain Feist Breed Details

Below are details and specs for the Buckley Mountain Feist dog breed.

Type
Purebred
Lifespan
10 - 14 yrs.
Height
14 - 18 in.
Weight
18 - 30 lbs
Friendliness
OverallFamily FriendlyChild FriendlyPet FriendlyStranger Friendly
Maintenance
Easy to GroomEnergy LevelExercise NeedsHealthShedding Amount
Behavior
Barks / HowlsEasy to TrainGuard DogPlayfulnessWatch Dog
Ownership
Apartment DogCan be AloneGood for Busy OwnersGood for New OwnersIntelligence

Buckley Mountain Feist Breed Description

Buckley Mountain Feists are small sized dogs that will be 14-18 inches at the shoulders and typically weigh no more than 30 pounds. Females will be slightly smaller than males.

Feists, in general, are typically alert and agile, using smell, sight and scent to track and tree game (mostly squirrels and birds). Many feist breeds do well with other dogs, make playful companions for kids, and have a tendency to see smaller animals as prey. They are capable watchdogs if need be but are not large and aggressive enough to be guard dogs.

Outdoorsy, treeing dogs are typically very low maintenance when it comes to grooming. They are often intelligent and naturally adept at hunting activities, however, it is best to start training and socializing them as early as possible. Members of this breed will need daily outdoor exercise and do best when they have, at least, a fenced yard to patrol. These dogs usually are true companions that need plenty, if not constant amounts, of attention to stay happy and productive.

Owners can register their pets through the Buckley Mountain Feist Registry if they are true Buckley Mountain Feists (considered genetically at 75% or more, 25% may be other Feist breed). Although they are typically black, tan, brown and combinations thereof with or without white/white markings, they do vary in looks from individual to individual. Their heads are small and somewhat "pointed" with small ears that can be hang next to the face or stand erect. They have tails that may or may not be naturally bobbed and, of course, long legs for their small bodies. Refer to the general Mountain Feist standard for more information.

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Authored by:Dog-Learn
Updated:June 24, 2016
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