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Despite their reputations, the American Pit Bull Terrier is typically an affectionate and loving breed. They are not as fond of dogs and other furry creatures, but with the right training and socialization, these pups can make excellent family companions and watchdogs. Full-grown, they typically weigh 22-78 pounds and stand 14-24 inches tall.

American Pit Bull Terriers are generally good with kids, especially when raised together. The American Pit Bull Terrier can get along well with children and other pets if they’re trained and socialized from an early age, but without this vital training and exposure, they may be aggressive toward other dogs - especially when challenged. These dogs can live in apartments, but they need plenty of attention and exercise to stay happy and healthy. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

This breed needs a lot of exercise to keep their minds and bodies busy. Whether it’s taking long walks, running alongside a bike, or chasing after a ball or Frisbee, the APBT can't get enough! They really love playing fetch, so keep a ball handy as their toy of choice. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

American Pit Bull Terriers have a stiff coat that is smooth and glossy. They come in a variety of colors, including black, brown, red, and multi-colored, and they often have white fur on their chest, neck, legs, or feet. These dogs tend to be average shedders, but with weekly brushing, their grooming needs will be fairly low. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

American Pit Bull Terriers are best suited for a home with a yard, though they can adapt to apartment life with enough exercise. These dogs can live in apartments, but they need plenty of attention and exercise to stay happy and healthy. They are fairly easy to train.

The Mountain Cur is a courageous hunter and protector. They are loving and affectionate toward their owners, but are very strong-minded when it comes to doing what they want. Mountain Curs can become over-protective and require an assertive, experienced owner. Full-grown, they typically weigh 30-60 pounds and stand 16-26 inches tall.

Mountain Curs are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Mountain Curs can adapt to life indoors or outdoors and generally get along well with children and other animals when raised together. However, they do have a tendency to see cats and other small furry critters as something to chase. They're very vocal and bark quite a lot.

The Mountain Cur’s heart sings when working a game trail for its master. They live for the thrill of the hunt and the adventure of chasing down a scent. You’ll need to plan intense daily activity for your Mountain Cur and frequent trips to areas where they are safe to roam free and follow their nose. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

Mountain Curs have a short, easy-care coat. They range in color from tan, to red, to dark brown and brindle. An occasional brushing to remove dead and loose hair is all they need to keep their coat in tip-top shape. Grooming-wise, this breed is moderate.

Mountain Curs are best suited for a house with a good-sized yard. Mountain Curs fit best in rural homes where they have plenty of safe space to play and are happiest in families that will take them hunting. They need plenty of time outdoors every day, as well as lots of interaction with humans. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.