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The Black Mouth Cur combines the sweetness of a family dog with the fierceness of a hunter. These dogs are always on the go and ready to bark at anything that crosses its path, but at the end of the day, all they want to do is cuddle. Full-grown, they typically weigh 45-95 pounds and stand 16-25 inches tall.

Black Mouth Curs are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Black Mouth Cur are loyal dogs that consider children and other family dogs part of their pack. These dogs require plenty of exercise and activity, so they do best in rural settings where they have ample space to roam freely. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

As a hunting dog, the Black Mouth Cur craves activity. They need plenty of room to roam, and they do best when they get a long, brisk walk or run each day. These dogs will take all the exercise they can get, so lace up those shoes and get ready to get active. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

The Black Mouth Cur’s short coat can come in a variety of shades of yellow, fawn, and brindle. Some dogs are born with heavier coats, while others within the same litter can be born with lighter coats. Either way, the Black Mouth Cur is easy to groom. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Black Mouth Curs are best suited for a rural property or home with a large yard. These dogs require plenty of exercise and activity, so they do best in rural settings where they have ample space to roam freely. While they enjoy spending time outdoors, Black Mouth Curs like to live indoors so they can be close to their families. They are fairly easy to train.

German Short-haired Pointers are medium-large sized hunting dogs who also make excellent companions. They are loyal, loving, and protective. As long as they get plenty of exercise German Shorthaired Pointers are happy, family friendly dogs that fit right in with families who fill their calendar with lots of doggie-friendly outdoor activities. Full-grown, they typically weigh 45-70 pounds and stand 21-25 inches tall.

German Shorthaired Pointers are generally excellent with children of all ages. Families with other pets, especially small furry kittens, should know that German Short-haired Pointers don’t always distinguish between your pets and animals they want to hunt. They can learn to play nice with your other pets if they are raised around them, but you’ll always want to keep an eye out for aggressive play. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

You know that friend of yours who does triathlons? That’s the German Shorthaired Pointer. They need at least an hour of daily exercise to stay happy. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

The German Short-haired Pointer never needs a raincoat because their hair repels water and keeps them warm in harsh conditions, but their coat does shed quite a bit. The shedding happens seasonally as they prepare their bodies for what nature will be throwing at them next. It’s best to brush them every week or so to keep their coat and skin healthy and to cut down on shedding. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

German Shorthaired Pointers are best suited for a house with a good-sized yard. German Short-haired Pointers need room to roam. They do not do well in apartments and prefer homes with big backyards where they can safely play. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.