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{{one source|date=May 2011}}
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{{Infobox dog breed
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| coat = Double coat with short- to medium-length, smooth or rough outer coat and short, soft, dense undercoat. Coat should be short and close.
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The '''Treeing Cur''' is a breed of [[purebred dog|dog]] that originated in the mid-west and was first recognized by United Kennel Club on November 1, 1998, due to the efforts of Alex and Ray Kovac. "Most Cur breeders were not well off and so they required a dog that could serve multiple purposes: hunter, guardian, and stock dog. The result was the Treeing Cur, "which is the most varied in size and colors of the Cur breeds", according to United Kennel Club.They are primarily used to tree [[squirrels]], [[raccoon]]s, opossums, wild boars, bears, mountain lions and bobcats as well as to hunt [[big game hunting|big game]].<ref name=UKC />
The '''Treeing Cur''' is a breed of [[purebred dog|dog]] that originated in the mid-west of the United States. It was first recognized by United Kennel Club on November 1, 1998, due to the efforts of Alex and Ray Kovac. "Most Cur breeders were not well off and so they required a dog that could serve multiple purposes: hunter, guardian, and stock dog. The result was the Treeing Cur, which is the most varied in size and colors of the Cur breeds", according to United Kennel Club. They are primarily used to tree [[squirrels]], [[raccoon]]s, opossum, wild boar, bears, mountain lion, bobcat as well as to hunt [[big game hunting|big game]].<ref name=UKC />


==Description==
==Description==
Treeing curs [http://www.ukcdogs.com/Web.nsf/Breeds/Scenthound/TreeingCur04012003 have no restrictions on color or markings] like other registered coonhounds and scenthounds. This allows breeders to breed for ability and not be restricted by color standards. There is also no proven link between color or markings to hunting or working ability.
Treeing curs [http://www.ukcdogs.com/Web.nsf/Breeds/Scenthound/TreeingCur04012003 have no restrictions on color or markings] like other registered coonhounds and scenthounds this allows breeders to breed for ability and not be restricted by color standards. There is also no proven link between color or markings to hunting or working ability.


===Appearance===
===Appearance===
Treeing curs are medium-sized dogs known for their speed and agility in rough terrain. Their build is athletic and without major conformational faults. Their build and size can range greatly, because of the nature of the registration requirements of the treeing cur. According to United Kennel Club "Most Cur breeders were not well off and so they required a dog that could serve multiple purposes: hunter, guardian, and stock dog. The result was the Treeing Cur, which is the most varied in size and colors of the Cur breeds." They are known for having a tail that is occasionally naturally [[natural bobtail|bobbed]] but mostly artificially [[docking (animal)#dogs|docked]], Long tails are also acceptable. The ears should be natural and floppy, not erect. The dog should have a smooth athletic gait. The coat should be dense and close, and all colors except [[albino]]s are acceptable. The dog is built for stamina and should look like a working dog - in the [[United Kennel Club]] standard, scars are not penalized, nor used as a mark of a dog's working ability.<ref name=UKC>{{cite web|title=United Kennel Club - Treeing Cur|url=http://www.ukcdogs.com/Web.nsf/Breeds/TreeingCur04012003|publisher=United Kennel Club|accessdate=16 January 2013}}</ref>
Treeing curs are medium-sized dogs known for their speed and agility in rough terrain. Their build is athletic and without major conformational faults. Their build and size can range greatly, because of the nature of the registration requirements of the treeing cur according to United Kennel Club "Most Cur breeders were not well off and so they required a dog that could serve multiple purposes: hunter, guardian, and stock dog. The result was the Treeing Cur, which is the most varied in size and colors of the Cur breeds." They are known for having a tail that is occasionally naturally [[natural bobtail|bobbed]] but mostly artificially [[docking (animal)#dogs|docked]], Long tails are also acceptable. The ears should be natural and floppy, not erect. The dog should have a smooth athletic gait. The coat should be dense and close, and all colors except [[albino]]s are acceptable. The dog is built for stamina and should look like a working dog - in the [[United Kennel Club]] standard, scars are not penalized, nor used as a mark of a dog's working ability.<ref name=UKC>{{cite web|title=United Kennel Club - Treeing Cur|url=http://www.ukcdogs.com/Web.nsf/Breeds/TreeingCur04012003|publisher=United Kennel Club|access-date=16 January 2013}}</ref>

==See also==
* [[Portal:Dogs|Dogs portal]]
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* [[List of dog breeds]]


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
*{{Cite web|url = http://www.nationalkennelclub.com/Breed-Standards/Treeing%20Cur.htm|title = National Kennel Club Treeing Cur breed standards|date = |accessdate = |website = National Kennel Club|publisher = |last = |first = }}
*{{Cite web|url = http://www.nationalkennelclub.com/Breed-Standards/Treeing%20Cur.htm|title = National Kennel Club Treeing Cur breed standards|website = National Kennel Club}}
*{{Cite web|url = http://www.ukcdogs.com/Web.nsf/Breeds/Scenthound/TreeingCur04012003|title = United Kennel Club treeing cur Breed Standards|date = |accessdate = |website = |publisher = |last = |first = }}
*{{Cite web|url = http://www.ukcdogs.com/Web.nsf/Breeds/Scenthound/TreeingCur04012003|title = United Kennel Club treeing cur Breed Standards}}
*{{Cite web|url = http://www.prohound.com/news/110-2003-news/2523-|title = PKC single registration infor|date = |accessdate = |website = |publisher = |last = |first = }}
*{{Cite web|url = http://www.prohound.com/news/110-2003-news/2523-|title = PKC single registration infor}}


{{Cur hunting dogs}}
{{Cur hunting dogs}}
{{American dogs}}
{{American dogs}}
{{Terriers}}
{{Hounds}}


[[Category:Curs]]
[[Category:Curs]]
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[[Category:Dog breeds]]
[[Category:Dog breeds originating in the United States]]
[[Category:Dog breeds originating in the United States]]


Latest revision as of 21:03, 13 August 2024

Treeing Cur
OriginUnited States
Traits
Height 18–24 inches (46–61 cm)
Weight 30–60 pounds (14–27 kg)
Coat Double coat with short- to medium-length, smooth or rough outer coat and short, soft, dense undercoat. Coat should be short and close.
Color Any color, color pattern, or combination of colors acceptable.
Kennel club standards
United Kennel Club standard
Dog (domestic dog)

The Treeing Cur is a breed of dog that originated in the mid-west of the United States. It was first recognized by United Kennel Club on November 1, 1998, due to the efforts of Alex and Ray Kovac. "Most Cur breeders were not well off and so they required a dog that could serve multiple purposes: hunter, guardian, and stock dog. The result was the Treeing Cur, which is the most varied in size and colors of the Cur breeds", according to United Kennel Club. They are primarily used to tree squirrels, raccoons, opossum, wild boar, bears, mountain lion, bobcat as well as to hunt big game.[1]

Description

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Treeing curs have no restrictions on color or markings like other registered coonhounds and scenthounds this allows breeders to breed for ability and not be restricted by color standards. There is also no proven link between color or markings to hunting or working ability.

Appearance

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Treeing curs are medium-sized dogs known for their speed and agility in rough terrain. Their build is athletic and without major conformational faults. Their build and size can range greatly, because of the nature of the registration requirements of the treeing cur according to United Kennel Club "Most Cur breeders were not well off and so they required a dog that could serve multiple purposes: hunter, guardian, and stock dog. The result was the Treeing Cur, which is the most varied in size and colors of the Cur breeds." They are known for having a tail that is occasionally naturally bobbed but mostly artificially docked, Long tails are also acceptable. The ears should be natural and floppy, not erect. The dog should have a smooth athletic gait. The coat should be dense and close, and all colors except albinos are acceptable. The dog is built for stamina and should look like a working dog - in the United Kennel Club standard, scars are not penalized, nor used as a mark of a dog's working ability.[1]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b "United Kennel Club - Treeing Cur". United Kennel Club. Retrieved 16 January 2013.
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