Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Cheerful

Active
Kind
Protective
Fearless
Loyal
Trainable

Jack Highland Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Black Mouth Curs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

West Highland White Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier

Hounds, Terriers, Feist-type Dogs

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

1700s

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Black

Brown
Black
Fawn
Isabella
Brindle

Jack Highland Terriers have medium-length coats.

Black Mouth Curs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Jack Highland Terrier can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Black Mouth Cur can have a litter of 12-18 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Jack Highland Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Black Mouth Curs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Jack Highland Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Black Mouth Curs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Lens Luxation
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Ichthyosis
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Leukodystrophies
Myasthenia Gravis
Atrophy
Chronic Hepatitis
Epidermodysplasia
Mellitus
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

Ear Infections
Entropion
Ectropion
Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Ear Examination
Eye Examinations
Other Radiographic Imaging
Variety of Blood Testing Modules
Dental Examinations

Eye Examinations
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Walking, Napping, Running, Fetch, Long walks

Hiking, Camping, Watching tv, Playing, Running, Walking, Fetching, Tug-of-war

Jack Highland Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Black Mouth Curs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jack Highland Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Black Mouth Cur, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jack Highland Terriers usually need at least 80 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Black Mouth Curs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Jack Highland Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Black Mouth Cur has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-21 pound (6 - 10 kg) Jack Highland Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-95 pound (18 - 43 kg) Black Mouth Cur feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Jack Highland Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Black Mouth Cur is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jack Highland Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Black Mouth Cur is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Jack Highland Terriers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Black Mouth Cur is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Jack Highland Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Black Mouth Curs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Jack Highland Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Black Mouth Curs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Jack Highland Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Black Mouth Curs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Jack Highland Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Black Mouth Curs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.