While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Poovaneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Black Mouth Cur is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Sturdy
Amiable
Instinctual
Charming

Active
Kind
Protective
Fearless
Loyal
Trainable

Poovaneses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Poovaneses aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Black Mouth Curs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Poodle, Havanese

Hounds, Terriers, Feist-type Dogs

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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.

2000's

1700s

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Pied
Fawn
White
Cream
Brown
Gray
Black

Brown
Black
Fawn
Isabella
Brindle

Poovaneses have medium-length coats.

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

Curly

Straight

A Poovanese can have a litter of 1-9 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.

Poovaneses 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.

While the Poovanese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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.

Poovaneses are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Black Mouth Curs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Poovanese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Black Mouth Cur has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Poovaneses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Black Mouth Curs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Poovaneses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Black Mouth Curs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Poovanese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Black Mouth Curs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Playdate, Run, Camping, Play keep away, Walk, Nap

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

Poovaneses 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 Poovanese, it's at least 9 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 Poovaneses usually need at least 120 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.

Poovaneses require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-45 pound (7 - 20 kg) Poovanese feed 2 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 Poovanese is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Poovanese is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Poovaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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.

Poovaneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Poovaneses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Poovaneses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Poovaneses 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.

The Poovanese is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Black Mouth Curs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.