Having just rescued a BMC from southern Georgia in mid July, I'm crying watching this video. That's our experience too and after it, how could anyone not be totally in love with Curs? Their shyness, those eyes that seek approval, their fierce play, and their incredible yet subtle intelligence! They're so full of love and just looking for a solid leader to protect them and give them a space in this world. What a beautiful video - thank you so much for sharing it. After 7 weeks with our 1-year-old BMC rescue, it's clear this is a love story that's going to last life long.
My little buddy Ike is my best friend. He's a 2 year old BMC and I don't ever want to get a different breed. He is super smart, super tough, and aims to please me. He does whatever I say, plays rough with me (6'1 - 200lbs 26 year old) but plays soft with my little nieces and nephews and he also cuddles with me and my wife at night and is such a lush. I dread the day he dies but know that when that time comes I'll be happy because he died happy and lived a full and wonderful life. Best dog ever.
Ike is so lucky to be with you and you are so lucky to have found him! They really are the best dogs ever! Kirra and Mango continue to love being island girls and they play from before sunrise to long after sunset, with a nice long siesta during the heat of the day. Mango came from a dark background and was literally a mangy BMC mutt when she was taken in by her foster mom who got her on a healthy path and hooked her up with our heartbroken family after we lost Bella (our first BMC). She was the best medicine ever for the grief we were all feeling, especially Kirra. Kirra is simply amazing ... she is very much a therapy dog. She is as sweet as a dog can be, her fur is softer than anything else on the planet and she loves nothing more than to be petted, rubbed, kissed, scratched ... basically just touch her with your big toe and she's happy! We feed them both Acana dog food and even though it's expensive it's incredible. Mango went from a bony waif with fur like sandpaper to a gorgeous athletic dog with fur like silk. I love your attitude in prep for losing these very special friends. It's still the hardest thing ever though ... losing a dog. Thanks for writing! Wishing you and Ike a very long and very special life of happiness together!
I can't really take either of my Black Mouth Cur's off leash because they can't help but chase wildlife. I'm not into hurting anything, so I choose to keep them on the extended leashes where they can have plenty of room to rove but can't run off and wreak havoc. I have e-collars but have not put the time in to train myself or Kirra and Mango yet. :-)
Five years ago I adopted my BMC from The Humane Society of Broward County and now I cant imagine my life without him. They are awesome dogs. I go out some nights and I find myself wanting to leave wherever I am at and go home and hang out with my dog. He is the best!!!
We just took in our BMC. We got her from my daughter in law. They live in a small apartment and have a new born baby. We love our new addition to our family, she gets along great with our other rescue dog. We’re looking forward to many happy years together.
I adopted a female much like this... adopted and returned by 2 families and boarded by the rescue group as 'too disruptive' (code for " too much for us to handle"). I saw her and that she needs a job (retrieving) and adopted her and never a problem of any sort all these years later
I fostered my Cur German Shepherd Mix since she was 5 weeks old, she was filled with worms, her foster mate unfortunately did pass away due to the worms. She also returned twice, and I just decided right then to adopt her. She is so loyal, sweet and smart She is like my best friend.
My wife’s daughter just rescued an 18 month old BMC, Ginger. She’s tall and lean, beautiful and playful. It’s odd how someone didn’t want such a great dog. Never been around this breed until I met Ginger. She’s so awesome that I’m thinking of rescuing one - like her. Her color is balanced and her demeanor is so sweet. She’ll play with any dog. I can see the mastiff in her and her markings are striking. Her inquisitive nature and good energy is just right for her days on their small farm. ❤️🐕
We adopted our BMC from the ASPCA in NYC. Her name is Honey because of her color and personality. We never knew her breed until we stumbled on it on You Tube. She’s s member of the family and we ❤️ her so much!
Thanks for sharing your video. We rescued our "Angel" a year ago. She has brought such joy to our lives. She is AMAZING! She looks exactly like your Kirra. I play this video for her all the time because she loves watching animals on TV.
I have a Black Mouth Cur and a Mountain Cur. They get plenty of outside time, and they're both great dogs inside the house. There's nothing like settling in for a movie and having a cuddlebug on each side. I'll probably opt for smaller dogs when I'm older, but cur dogs will always be at the top of my list.
oh my gosh. she is a carbon copy of my maggie may. we found her running in the country side. the neighbors said she had been running for couple of months. cost me half a smoked turkey breast to get her in the van. but oh what a great companion. she is the very best.
We rescued a Black Mouth Cur 7 years ago that we had to put down last month. She was the sweetest, most loving pet ever. I am devastated, but determined to find another. They are wonderful.
We rescued a BMC female for a shelter in Florida as well. Vet says she's about 9 years old, sad to know this because we love her so much already. She is very energetic and loves long hikes. She is reactive with other dogs, but will let them into the house once she realizes they aren't a threat and that we insist on it. She is so smart, I have begun to think she understands spoken english. Her muzzle isn't dark black so many assume she's a pit bull mix, in Florida this isn't uncommon for BMCs. Love our girl.
E have a black mouth cut mix that we rescued and she is the most loving animal ever!!!! My son and her are inseparable and I truly don’t know what we would do without her. She completes our family in a way that we never could have imagined!!!
Amazing dogs aren't they? I rescued my (Floyd) 2 years ago. Couldn't be happier. He looks just like yours. I have a few videos of him on here. He had a skunk in his mouth the 1st night I brought him into my back yard the day we rescued him. Been a fun ride ever since.
I adopted from a rescue shelter Jan. 2016 and brought home "my" Ella. She was already 7yrs with grey on her muzzle but once i saw that face I did not care! She is everything others have said: smart, sweet, playful, and strong. She wants to meet everyone we see - dog or human - when we walk with the leash. She has the run of the house: the sofa, the human beds, everything. A wonderful companion, stubborn at times. When she doesn't want to walk in the direction i want to go she just plants her feet and hangs her head, looks at me sideways, and won't budge! I live in coastal SC and almost no one here has every heard of this breed. My BMC is 76 lbs. at this time.
We rescued a BMC from the pound last summer. She came with us but soon started showing signs of having kennel cough. Thru much research discovered Cod liver oil as an excellent cure due to the vitamin A properties and so far has been working great. Our whole family have fallen head over heels in love with our dog, which by the way she also has 1 extra toe in the back (not a dewclaw). She has taken a role as our guard dog on our 10 acres. Best dog in the world!
We are preparing our home for our new little girl. I've been around the breed for years now and those two "ladies" are fabulous. We can't wait to have our newest princess join the family. Thanks for sharing your story
BMC's are amazing. I have a BMC mix -- Playa -- and she is everything the breed is cracked up to be... sweet, smart, loving, loyal, and beautiful. And INCREDIBLY playful and cuddly :) And she looks VERY much like this dog :)
Thank you for sharing this story. I just lost my 9 year old Rhodesian Ridgeback to Adrenal Gland cancer. I am devastated. She was an amazing companion. I am left with another wonderful boy, though. He is a Hungarian Vizsla, and is very depressed since the loss of our RR. I have read many wonderful things about Curs. I hope to find one at a rescue, sometime soon.
trish flik Very sorry to hear of your loss. It's one of the hardest things in life. You know you sign up for it when you adopt a pet, and they are worth it in spades, but it's still one of the most painful things in life. I know you will find your special someone. I've nothing but good things to say about the Cur dogs. They are really amazing. Kirra continues to blow me and everyone else away. She is incredibly smart, kind, friendly and funny with the most beautiful smile in her eyes and in her heart I've ever seen in a dog. Wishing for you and your Vizsla to find happiness again soon with some very lucky dog bringing the fun back into your lives.
Adorable, they are super smart! I'm very proud of you, you did something wonderful. My son used to live in Colorado and adopted a dog in the same humane society and drove all the way to Florida with him. God Bless you and all your family!
I rescued a black mouth curr who was very aggressive and couldn't get along with anything. It took some patience buy she loves other dogs now and is very friendly. A little spoiled maybe but she is great.
I adopted a part black mouth cur seven years ago and have never had a better dog in my life. I actually wanted a medium sized dog but when I saw Robb (his given name was Rob; I just embellished it with another B) he looked at me with those big brown eyes and said "take me home." He needed some work but I knew he was a diamond in the rough. For the most part Curs just want to please. They are smart, loving, and beautiful dogs. Thanks for posting your video.
I adopted a six month old BMC from a shelter 7 years ago, the day after I lost my miniature dachshund. This dog is the most obedient, loyal, friendly, easy going and lovable pet I've ever owned. He has never ONCE growled or snapped at ANYONE since the day we brought him home, not even aggressive young children. The ONLY drawback with these dogs is their inherent desire to chase squirrels and cats. He's ripped through several of our lanai screens when the critters came into our yard. But the pros far outweigh the cons, and I hope he lives forever because there will never be another like him.
I have a 5 month old Mountain Cur rescue from Tennessee. (There's some videos and pictures of her on my channel I believe) . These dogs are amazing, loyal companions! Very sweet, playful, and gentle!
I have a black mouthed cur/ red heeler mix rescue from Mississippi. He looks just like a cur with the red heeler coloring on his back. Such a wonderful disposition!
I am from Colorado and now live in Florida land of the Cur Dog. My screen name is ConnieJRT because I have had Jack Russells for 20 years but after adopting a BMC last year I might become ConnieBMC! This is a wonderful breed. We have a male who we rescued full grown, no matter, it's like he has been a family member his entire life. Absolutely no issues what so ever. Our Willie is around 50 lbs. for which I am very happy. A bigger dog would have been hard and male BMCs can get up to 90 lbs.! That's why it's so great to rescue a grown dog. I still have 2 old, ornery JRT's who don't much like Willie but he is still sweet to them. I highly recommend these lovely dogs. FYI, male BMCs prefer their female owners :) which is great because my Jacks prefer my husband :( Adopt a Cur Dog, you won't regret it!
So I'm not the only Colorado/Florida BMC mama! They really are incredible dogs! Kirra definitely prefers females over males (makes me wonder about her young little life before she joined our family) but the more nice males she meets the more trusting she is. It only takes her a moment to warm up to a guy, but no time at all to a gal. Have to tell this - there was a cat meowing on the tv last night and she went and stood directly in front of it with her nose about a foot away -head dipping left and right in curiosity. It was hilarious. Daily laughs = good medicine!
+Bella Loco you guys rock, I would realy like to meet you. I have a b.m.c.mix pound puppy, have had him since he was 10 weeks old, he is amazing and soooo loveable and loyal. he follows me every step I take, even in the house! I would love to get a female one for his friend. please e mail me and maybe we can all get together some day and our pups can play, maybe I will have a female by that time, the more the maryer!!!, lol, they are realy cool dogs.
I'm in Florida and just visited the shelter north of me on Sunday and they have a BMC mix that I truly connected with. He's not ready to be adopted yet but is 2 to 3 years old. He was found having a cut on his right hind leg that was pretty deep and they cleaned him up and he healed well. He has a scar but he doesn't seem to be a big Barker and was all about the companionship
@@conniejrt4762 I've had great pups before but Hans seems to be in a whole other level. He looked in my eyes and I could almost see the connection. So, yes with emphasis. I do need to probably foster first to be sure he gets along in the house as I have a cat, this being Cornelius in my name. Going to look to do the intro thing and hope it will be okay. Hans is said to be good with other dogs so that it's a good sign.
I think this is the type of dog I adopted. She chews on everything. She ate a dollar bill this am. She is a jumper and sometimes reminds me of a deer. She is sweet and affectionate, but tests me daily.
Love my mountain cur.. Colt forty five... My little protector... Best dog I've ever had gets along great with his brother Remington Jones aka remi a black lab both going to be three this year
Trip is 4yrs. Hes been on combo guard since day one. I hope he lives as long as the computer voice said, 18 yrs. The most class and dignity and respect and etiquette. These dogs can raise children better than most Fathers
Your video is very very sweet! I also have a rescue BMC mix with possibly German Shepherd named Jax and he is adorable! Just like everyone here saying BMC are sweet, lovable, gentle, playful, & SMART! He just turned 1 yr old and I threw him a party! I cannot imagine him being abandoned.. I have never owned a pet before and I can surely say he has changed my world :)
I'm thinking of adopting one. I came here to see what kind of dog it was. Never seen one before. A young 16 week old is listed in my area as being available this week. I'm going to go see her. Thank you for the video. Beautiful.
bs'd Kirra is the spittin' image of our old dog Dewie, who passed away a few years ago. She was a stray rescue who appeared on our porch 1 Sunday morning & was the best thing that ever happened to us. Living in the North, no one here ever had the slightest idea that she was a Black Mouth Cur. Coincidentally, before Dewie showed up, a stray rescue cat [who is tied for the 2nd best thing that ever happened to us] followed us home to that same porch 1 Friday night. i said that he looks like a Little Lion, so we called him Lionel :-) 3rd, Brian Sutton is 1 of our very favorite guitarists. Have a great day, Happy Thanksgiving & a blessed life, lance
we rescued ours, she was left tied to a pole to starve, she was a solid color without the black on her face, she lived 15 years before passing away a couple of years ago, I hope yours sings, southern hunting breeds have a voice like no other dog.
We adopted a Cur from a foster family here in New Jersey. BEST dog EVER!! Since we are die-hard Patriots fans, we named him Rob Gronkowski and he's a dead-ringer for this dog in the video. Can't imagine life in our house without Gronk.
Nice video thanks for sharing. We too are looking for a new family member as our 12 year old ridge back mix recently went to dog heaven. This really made my night.
I have had some great dogs but my grandfather's curr is the best dog I have ever seen. we think she is mixed with boxer. Doesn't have a mean bone in her body when it comes to humans but can crack and armadillo shell
I watched this while my BMC was beside me Resting his head on my shoulder. His name is Ike and I’m convinced he’s the best dog in the the history of dogs.
I watched only 1 minute! THAT was 100% ment to be. Love at first site!! I have a black mouth cur/ plot hound ( dad) malimut/ red wolf( mom) the best dog. My three year old since the day i brought her home has bite,climbed on, u name it. And my dog has never will never harm any living thing. Nice looking dog.
We got a BMC last Oct. 2016 so he's still a puppy. I have had training with three other dogs with no training. They breezed right through their training no problem. However, with Chopper since day one he has been very disruptive, and just unbelievably unmanageable. He refuses to walk a leash and pulls and this dog is probably a good 75-80 pounds, so me pulling him is out of the question. Wherever we are he has to be in our faces especially with company. He barks uncontrollably at other dogs going by and neighbors the same. If he isn't with someone on a daily basis he forgets who they are and barks at them the same as beginning. He digs holes in the yard and chews on everything. Don't say he needs toys, because we know this but everything we have bought for him, in a heavy dog toy, he has just ripped apart and then swallows. I'm at my wits end. We have done everything for him ppl have recommended. I'm even thinking about rehoming him. He's a beautiful dog, you can see he wants to play and that's all that's on his mind. I don't know what else to do. He has a yard and we have to block drive the driveway shut to keep him from running up and jumping on the ppl going by. Everyone on the street now walks their dogs in opposite direction because of Chopper. Would love to hear any advice and would appreciate it. I'm also on Facebook Pauline Wallace you can message if you want to. You can see he's gentle with kids and babies. He wanted to stay in my new grandbabies face licking her the two days we were with her. Thanks for listening.
Mine are not purebreds, but they do not drool at all. Except when they are sitting politely waiting for the okay to eat their meals. :-) They are truly exceptional companions!
We had a yellow black mouth cur like your girl. He passed away in 2013, and we found a fawn colored BMC. Can't seem to live without one. Beautiful music. What is it?
Hi! Very happy to hear you found a new BMC to help keep you laughing and smiling daily. The beautiful music is by Brooks Williams and is titled O Leaozinho from his Little Lion album. I wish we could post pictures on here so we could all see everyone's special canine friends.
I have a 7 month old black mouth cur X ....I live in NZ...any tips..I'm a 1st time dog owner..he was just given to us...was neglected and abandoned as a baby pup...his mummy died so I adopted him...thanks and loves to whoever fakes time to offer an tips and advice.
I'm hoping that someone might point me in a direction to help my daughter and son in law, find a new home for their 2 year old neutered male. He's a wonderful dog.
Rescued two pups and brought them home from San Miguel de Allende Mexico. (Thank you Gabriella) We checked their DNA and for sure Black mouthed cur for a mom and other breeds. Our "Bella" could be a sister to your sweet dog.
+Charlie Mayhew Congratulations! I just adopted another BMC pup because I lost my older one. Kirra has blossomed into a truly magnificent soul. She blows everyone away by her gentleness and beauty. The new pup, Mango, is a hoot and idolizes Kirra. Enjoy your new pups and thanks for posting!
I have a puppy but idk if it’s an Anatolian Shepherd or a Mountain Cur, he’s 2 months (13kg) has a black mask, golden colour and a different colour at the tip of it’s tail but he was rescued from the foothills of a mountain.
My 4 yr old BMC licks constantly, so we have trained her to "give kisses" and that has controlled some of the random licking! good luck awesome and loving creatures...
I've had a dog for around four years now and I can't tell if she's just a black mouth cur or a mix. I've been searching forever but can't find a match. The thing I'm confused about is that shes an adult, but is a bit bigger than the average BMC puppy. Anyone have any ideas what she is?
We just adopted a female black mouth cur. She is 8 months old and about 35 lbs. wondering when your cur stopped growing? I have no idea how big she's going to get
Is she full grown? How big did she get? I have a half BMC half Anatolian Shepherd, but she looks just like your pup. She grew to 100lbs. She looks like a giant BMC, I think she gets her size from the Anatolian she has in her.
She grew steadily but seems to have slowed/stopped. I think she's probably around 60 to 65 lbs now. She is incredibly wonderful! Very smart, extremely funny and overwhelmingly loving. She and our older dog are best buddies and play all day long. We are spending the winter on a bridge-less barrier island and Kirra can't stay out of the water. It's ridiculously funny and charming. She looks like a dolphin leaping and bounding along through the waves as we walk the beach. She has enriched our lives beyond measure. Especially our older dog. We are all very, very happy! Thanks to everyone for the great comments and for the obvious love of animals.
My girl LOVES the water too, She actually sleeps on the steps of my father's pool. I can't keep her out of the water. The way you describe Kirra describes my Anne perfectly to a T.
i am in georgia and on fixed income but would love to have a black mouth cur. i have taken in rescue bmc mixes and thoroughly enjoyed them but just once would like to get a puppy (preferably female) and raise it. i do not intend to breed her, i just prefer females. any resources available?..........g
a 'puff piece' ... they are NOT a breed for most folks... MOST folks never take a dog all the way through even 1 obedience class.. See? BMC needs a job to do all the time... and obedience can be it.
Kirra turns two tomorrow! Happy Birthday Kirra! We lost our other dog, Bella, Labor Day weekend 2015, and rescued another BMC right away. Kirra and Mango are the best of friends and spend their days walking the beach (moved to Florida), racing around chasing each other and enjoying loads of petting, scratching and hugs. They are mega happy! You could not ask for better entertainment! Rest in peace Bella! You were our first Black Mouth Cur and the sweetest girl ever. You were taken far too young, being only eight. We will love you forever!
I had one for 13 years and have a 4 month old Cur puppy now. Just the best.
Having just rescued a BMC from southern Georgia in mid July, I'm crying watching this video. That's our experience too and after it, how could anyone not be totally in love with Curs? Their shyness, those eyes that seek approval, their fierce play, and their incredible yet subtle intelligence! They're so full of love and just looking for a solid leader to protect them and give them a space in this world. What a beautiful video - thank you so much for sharing it. After 7 weeks with our 1-year-old BMC rescue, it's clear this is a love story that's going to last life long.
My little buddy Ike is my best friend. He's a 2 year old BMC and I don't ever want to get a different breed. He is super smart, super tough, and aims to please me. He does whatever I say, plays rough with me (6'1 - 200lbs 26 year old) but plays soft with my little nieces and nephews and he also cuddles with me and my wife at night and is such a lush. I dread the day he dies but know that when that time comes I'll be happy because he died happy and lived a full and wonderful life. Best dog ever.
Ike is so lucky to be with you and you are so lucky to have found him! They really are the best dogs ever! Kirra and Mango continue to love being island girls and they play from before sunrise to long after sunset, with a nice long siesta during the heat of the day. Mango came from a dark background and was literally a mangy BMC mutt when she was taken in by her foster mom who got her on a healthy path and hooked her up with our heartbroken family after we lost Bella (our first BMC). She was the best medicine ever for the grief we were all feeling, especially Kirra. Kirra is simply amazing ... she is very much a therapy dog. She is as sweet as a dog can be, her fur is softer than anything else on the planet and she loves nothing more than to be petted, rubbed, kissed, scratched ... basically just touch her with your big toe and she's happy! We feed them both Acana dog food and even though it's expensive it's incredible. Mango went from a bony waif with fur like sandpaper to a gorgeous athletic dog with fur like silk. I love your attitude in prep for losing these very special friends. It's still the hardest thing ever though ... losing a dog. Thanks for writing! Wishing you and Ike a very long and very special life of happiness together!
How does he do off leash in the woods, say, on a hike? Stay close or want to range looking for critters?
I can't really take either of my Black Mouth Cur's off leash because they can't help but chase wildlife. I'm not into hurting anything, so I choose to keep them on the extended leashes where they can have plenty of room to rove but can't run off and wreak havoc. I have e-collars but have not put the time in to train myself or Kirra and Mango yet. :-)
Obese 200 lb. Dog.
@@06cdvanw looks for critters but never gets outta sight. Always comes when I call. Mosies slot off leash
Five years ago I adopted my BMC from The Humane Society of Broward County and now I cant imagine my life without him. They are awesome dogs. I go out some nights and I find myself wanting to leave wherever I am at and go home and hang out with my dog. He is the best!!!
We just took in our BMC. We got her from my daughter in law. They live in a small apartment and have a new born baby. We love our new addition to our family, she gets along great with our other rescue dog. We’re looking forward to many happy years together.
I adopted a female much like this... adopted and returned by 2 families and boarded by the rescue group as 'too disruptive' (code for " too much for us to handle"). I saw her and that she needs a job (retrieving) and adopted her and never a problem of any sort all these years later
I fostered my Cur German Shepherd Mix since she was 5 weeks old, she was filled with worms, her foster mate unfortunately did pass away due to the worms.
She also returned twice, and I just decided right then to adopt her.
She is so loyal, sweet and smart
She is like my best friend.
My wife’s daughter just rescued an 18 month old BMC, Ginger. She’s tall and lean, beautiful and playful. It’s odd how someone didn’t want such a great dog. Never been around this breed until I met Ginger. She’s so awesome that I’m thinking of rescuing one - like her. Her color is balanced and her demeanor is so sweet. She’ll play with any dog. I can see the mastiff in her and her markings are striking. Her inquisitive nature and good energy is just right for her days on their small farm. ❤️🐕
We adopted our BMC from the ASPCA in NYC. Her name is Honey because of her color and personality. We never knew her breed until we stumbled on it on You Tube. She’s s member of the family and we ❤️ her so much!
Thanks for sharing your video. We rescued our "Angel" a year ago. She has brought such joy to our lives. She is AMAZING! She looks exactly like your Kirra. I play this video for her all the time because she loves watching animals on TV.
I rescued a BMC dog 3 months ago from Louisiana. He was brought up on the love train to michigan. Best dog ever and a Loverboy!
I have a Black Mouth Cur and a Mountain Cur. They get plenty of outside time, and they're both great dogs inside the house. There's nothing like settling in for a movie and having a cuddlebug on each side. I'll probably opt for smaller dogs when I'm older, but cur dogs will always be at the top of my list.
They are wonderful dogs.
oh my gosh. she is a carbon copy of my maggie may. we found her running in the country side. the neighbors said she had been running for couple of months. cost me half a smoked turkey breast to get her in the van. but oh what a great companion. she is the very best.
We rescued a Black Mouth Cur 7 years ago that we had to put down last month. She was the sweetest, most loving pet ever. I am devastated, but determined to find another. They are wonderful.
We rescued a BMC female for a shelter in Florida as well. Vet says she's about 9 years old, sad to know this because we love her so much already. She is very energetic and loves long hikes. She is reactive with other dogs, but will let them into the house once she realizes they aren't a threat and that we insist on it. She is so smart, I have begun to think she understands spoken english. Her muzzle isn't dark black so many assume she's a pit bull mix, in Florida this isn't uncommon for BMCs. Love our girl.
I'm soon adopting a BMC mix with the personality shown with yours. So happy
E have a black mouth cut mix that we rescued and she is the most loving animal ever!!!! My son and her are inseparable and I truly don’t know what we would do without her. She completes our family in a way that we never could have imagined!!!
Amazing dogs aren't they? I rescued my (Floyd) 2 years ago. Couldn't be happier. He looks just like yours. I have a few videos of him on here. He had a skunk in his mouth the 1st night I brought him into my back yard the day we rescued him. Been a fun ride ever since.
I adopted from a rescue shelter Jan. 2016 and brought home "my" Ella. She was already 7yrs with grey on her muzzle but once i saw that face I did not care! She is everything others have said: smart, sweet, playful, and strong. She wants to meet everyone we see - dog or human - when we walk with the leash. She has the run of the house: the sofa, the human beds, everything. A wonderful companion, stubborn at times. When she doesn't want to walk in the direction i want to go she just plants her feet and hangs her head, looks at me sideways, and won't budge! I live in coastal SC and almost no one here has every heard of this breed. My BMC is 76 lbs. at this time.
We rescued a BMC from the pound last summer. She came with us but soon started showing signs of having kennel cough. Thru much research discovered Cod liver oil as an excellent cure due to the vitamin A properties and so far has been working great. Our whole family have fallen head over heels in love with our dog, which by the way she also has 1 extra toe in the back (not a dewclaw). She has taken a role as our guard dog on our 10 acres. Best dog in the world!
We are preparing our home for our new little girl. I've been around the breed for years now and those two "ladies" are fabulous. We can't wait to have our newest princess join the family. Thanks for sharing your story
I have 2 BMC pups, both rescues. They are a great breed! I would definitely adopt another!
You have to own/foster one before you can understand how truly unique they are :) Thanks for saving her, she's well worth it.
And I'm so glad I have one. She's such an amazing dog. Then again, I'm an animal lover. XD
My black mouth cur named Tyson he is 1 years old and he's my best friend! He's the sweetest and most loving dog ever!! Love this breed so much!!
Very beatiful. I have a medium Black Cur here in Argentina that looks just like yours.
My bmc Lucy was a rescue. She is amazing. Hella good at frisbee.
BMC's are amazing. I have a BMC mix -- Playa -- and she is everything the breed is cracked up to be... sweet, smart, loving, loyal, and beautiful. And INCREDIBLY playful and cuddly :) And she looks VERY much like this dog :)
Thank you for sharing this story. I just lost my 9 year old Rhodesian Ridgeback to Adrenal Gland cancer. I am devastated. She was an amazing companion. I am left with another wonderful boy, though. He is a Hungarian Vizsla, and is very depressed since the loss of our RR. I have read many wonderful things about Curs. I hope to find one at a rescue, sometime soon.
trish flik Very sorry to hear of your loss. It's one of the hardest things in life. You know you sign up for it when you adopt a pet, and they are worth it in spades, but it's still one of the most painful things in life. I know you will find your special someone. I've nothing but good things to say about the Cur dogs. They are really amazing. Kirra continues to blow me and everyone else away. She is incredibly smart, kind, friendly and funny with the most beautiful smile in her eyes and in her heart I've ever seen in a dog. Wishing for you and your Vizsla to find happiness again soon with some very lucky dog bringing the fun back into your lives.
I hope you found you BMC air another forever companion ♥️ I know your pain 😢
Thanks ! Love her
Adorable, they are super smart! I'm very proud of you, you did something wonderful. My son used to live in Colorado and adopted a dog in the same humane society and drove all the way to Florida with him. God Bless you and all your family!
I rescued a black mouth curr who was very aggressive and couldn't get along with anything. It took some patience buy she loves other dogs now and is very friendly. A little spoiled maybe but she is great.
Good for you! That's awesome!
if they get to run free or play with a larger dog they get rid of their energy and chill out. they are very vocal.
I adopted a part black mouth cur seven years ago and have never had a better dog in my life. I actually wanted a medium sized dog but when I saw Robb (his given name was Rob; I just embellished it with another B) he looked at me with those big brown eyes and said "take me home." He needed some work but I knew he was a diamond in the rough. For the most part Curs just want to please. They are smart, loving, and beautiful dogs.
Thanks for posting your video.
karinablacktie me as well ...6 yr old..got at six months ...55 lbs..Pecan Ranch Sierra Foothills...One happy dog
I adopted a six month old BMC from a shelter 7 years ago, the day after I lost my miniature dachshund. This dog is the most obedient, loyal, friendly, easy going and lovable pet I've ever owned. He has never ONCE growled or snapped at ANYONE since the day we brought him home, not even aggressive young children. The ONLY drawback with these dogs is their inherent desire to chase squirrels and cats. He's ripped through several of our lanai screens when the critters came into our yard. But the pros far outweigh the cons, and I hope he lives forever because there will never be another like him.
Good on you for saving that dog :-)
My best friend is a BMC .
I have a 5 month old Mountain Cur rescue from Tennessee. (There's some videos and pictures of her on my channel I believe) . These dogs are amazing, loyal companions! Very sweet, playful, and gentle!
I have a black mouthed cur/ red heeler mix rescue from Mississippi. He looks just like a cur with the red heeler coloring on his back. Such a wonderful disposition!
I am from Colorado and now live in Florida land of the Cur Dog.
My screen name is ConnieJRT because I have had Jack Russells for 20 years but after adopting a BMC last year I might become ConnieBMC! This is a wonderful breed. We have a male who we rescued full grown, no matter, it's like he has been a family member his entire life. Absolutely no issues what so ever. Our Willie is around 50 lbs. for which I am very happy. A bigger dog would have been hard and male BMCs can get up to 90 lbs.! That's why it's so great to rescue a grown dog. I still have 2 old, ornery JRT's who don't much like Willie but he is still sweet to them. I highly recommend these lovely dogs. FYI, male BMCs prefer their female owners :) which is great because my Jacks prefer my husband :(
Adopt a Cur Dog, you won't regret it!
So I'm not the only Colorado/Florida BMC mama! They really are incredible dogs! Kirra definitely prefers females over males (makes me wonder about her young little life before she joined our family) but the more nice males she meets the more trusting she is. It only takes her a moment to warm up to a guy, but no time at all to a gal. Have to tell this - there was a cat meowing on the tv last night and she went and stood directly in front of it with her nose about a foot away -head dipping left and right in curiosity. It was hilarious. Daily laughs = good medicine!
+Bella Loco you guys rock, I would realy like to meet you. I have a b.m.c.mix pound puppy, have had him since he was 10 weeks old, he is amazing and soooo loveable and loyal. he follows me every step I take, even in the house! I would love to get a female one for his friend. please e mail me and maybe we can all get together some day and our pups can play, maybe I will have a female by that time, the more the maryer!!!, lol, they are realy cool dogs.
I'm in Florida and just visited the shelter north of me on Sunday and they have a BMC mix that I truly connected with. He's not ready to be adopted yet but is 2 to 3 years old. He was found having a cut on his right hind leg that was pretty deep and they cleaned him up and he healed well. He has a scar but he doesn't seem to be a big Barker and was all about the companionship
So will you adopt him?@@corneliusva
@@conniejrt4762 I've had great pups before but Hans seems to be in a whole other level. He looked in my eyes and I could almost see the connection. So, yes with emphasis. I do need to probably foster first to be sure he gets along in the house as I have a cat, this being Cornelius in my name. Going to look to do the intro thing and hope it will be okay. Hans is said to be good with other dogs so that it's a good sign.
I think this is the type of dog I adopted. She chews on everything. She ate a dollar bill this am. She is a jumper and sometimes reminds me of a deer. She is sweet and affectionate, but tests me daily.
Love my mountain cur.. Colt forty five... My little protector... Best dog I've ever had gets along great with his brother Remington Jones aka remi a black lab both going to be three this year
I just got a mountain cur. awesome n intelligent dog..
We have a BBC mix rescue. Very sweet and super smart. Great dog!
Trip is 4yrs. Hes been on combo guard since day one. I hope he lives as long as the computer voice said, 18 yrs. The most class and dignity and respect and etiquette. These dogs can raise children better than most Fathers
Your video is very very sweet! I also have a rescue BMC mix with possibly German Shepherd named Jax and he is adorable! Just like everyone here saying BMC are sweet, lovable, gentle, playful, & SMART! He just turned 1 yr old and I threw him a party! I cannot imagine him being abandoned.. I have never owned a pet before and I can surely say he has changed my world :)
Sweet Dogs...such good nature and temperament. Nice music too!
For sure I will get one or two.
This vid made me cry just thinking about how some dogs are put down in shelters
I'm thinking of adopting one. I came here to see what kind of dog it was. Never seen one before. A young 16 week old is listed in my area as being available this week. I'm going to go see her. Thank you for the video. Beautiful.
I have a. Black mouth cur too they so cute and my dog she is so cuddly
Ninja Paws there ain't a better Dog !!! We love our new house mate
me to
I have a rescue mix bread and did not know it till now... thanks for the video!
I have to agree with Ricky Ray, best dog I ever owned, 11 years old in June, with no signs of getting older, other than black mouth turning gray.
Looks like our BMC we rescued 5 years ago from Morganton NC. Love the dog, super good nature.
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Kirra is the spittin' image of our old dog Dewie, who passed away a few years ago. She was a stray rescue who appeared on our porch 1 Sunday morning & was the best thing that ever happened to us. Living in the North, no one here ever had the slightest idea that she was a Black Mouth Cur.
Coincidentally, before Dewie showed up, a stray rescue cat [who is tied for the 2nd best thing that ever happened to us] followed us home to that same porch 1 Friday night. i said that he looks like a Little Lion, so we called him Lionel :-)
3rd, Brian Sutton is 1 of our very favorite guitarists.
Have a great day, Happy Thanksgiving & a blessed life,
lance
Ha! Great stories and yes ... Brian Sutton is AMAZING!
Best breed of dog ever.
Wow this video just blew my mind. She looks nearly identical to my sweet girl. I would honestly have trouble telling them apart in pictures! 💜
we rescued ours, she was left tied to a pole to starve, she was a solid color without the black on her face, she lived 15 years before passing away a couple of years ago, I hope yours sings, southern hunting breeds have a voice like no other dog.
awesome video!!! thanks for sharing.
awww -- lovely story with a happy ending -- thanks for sharing!
ps...update please -- would love to see some recent pics
We adopted a Cur from a foster family here in New Jersey. BEST dog EVER!! Since we are die-hard Patriots fans, we named him Rob Gronkowski and he's a dead-ringer for this dog in the video. Can't imagine life in our house without Gronk.
I have a Ladner BMC and they are the absolute best.
Nice video thanks for sharing. We too are looking for a new family member as our 12 year old ridge back mix recently went to dog heaven. This really made my night.
Very sad to hear of your loss. One of the toughest things life throws our way for sure. Have you gotten a new friend yet?
gottagetabike you will never regret getting a Blackmouth
I watched many black mouth cur videos and I rarely saw them bark.
I have a dog this same breed, pure bread, crazy but sweet Ranger
I have had some great dogs but my grandfather's curr is the best dog I have ever seen. we think she is mixed with boxer. Doesn't have a mean bone in her body when it comes to humans but can crack and armadillo shell
o yeah and your video is awesome. made me shed one
I watched this while my BMC was beside me
Resting his head on my shoulder. His name is Ike and I’m convinced he’s the best dog in the the history of dogs.
You're killing me! ... actually this made my day! Cheers to you and Ike!
Love his name. God bless. Just adopted a 10 month old female. She's so sweet
I watched only 1 minute! THAT was 100% ment to be. Love at first site!! I have a black mouth cur/ plot hound ( dad) malimut/ red wolf( mom) the best dog. My three year old since the day i brought her home has bite,climbed on, u name it. And my dog has never will never harm any living thing. Nice looking dog.
They are great dogs , I just wish we had the land you do for him to run. Walks are nice but nothing like free running.
Our BMC has the exact same toy-spoiler alert 🚨! It IS destructible!!!!
We got a BMC last Oct. 2016 so he's still a puppy. I have had training with three other dogs with no training. They breezed right through their training no problem. However, with Chopper since day one he has been very disruptive, and just unbelievably unmanageable. He refuses to walk a leash and pulls and this dog is probably a good 75-80 pounds, so me pulling him is out of the question. Wherever we are he has to be in our faces especially with company. He barks uncontrollably at other dogs going by and neighbors the same. If he isn't with someone on a daily basis he forgets who they are and barks at them the same as beginning. He digs holes in the yard and chews on everything. Don't say he needs toys, because we know this but everything we have bought for him, in a heavy dog toy, he has just ripped apart and then swallows. I'm at my wits end. We have done everything for him ppl have recommended. I'm even thinking about rehoming him. He's a beautiful dog, you can see he wants to play and that's all that's on his mind. I don't know what else to do. He has a yard and we have to block drive the driveway shut to keep him from running up and jumping on the ppl going by. Everyone on the street now walks their dogs in opposite direction because of Chopper. Would love to hear any advice and would appreciate it. I'm also on Facebook Pauline Wallace you can message if you want to. You can see he's gentle with kids and babies. He wanted to stay in my new grandbabies face licking her the two days we were with her. Thanks for listening.
Hey, I cant believe I was looking at this computer and up came your video of your Kirra trip! Looking for a friend for Finley!!
+Bob Strunc Too funny! Get a Black Mouth Cur 'Berto! They are awesome!!!!
we too have a Black mouth cur - and he is wonderful see our videos - ours could be twin s- he is 6 now
Curs are the best dogs. Noelle (my avatar) is my first cur, but won't be my last. vids on my channel of how awesome she is.
I want this dog it reminds me of my legs my partner died and I'm dead without a cur
I have a dog just like that
I’m getting one Saturday
these dogs sound like great pets.companions. Looking at the shape of their mouth I wonder if they drool?
Mine are not purebreds, but they do not drool at all. Except when they are sitting politely waiting for the okay to eat their meals. :-) They are truly exceptional companions!
Nope
We had a yellow black mouth cur like your girl. He passed away in 2013, and we found a fawn colored BMC. Can't seem to live without one. Beautiful music. What is it?
Hi! Very happy to hear you found a new BMC to help keep you laughing and smiling daily. The beautiful music is by Brooks Williams and is titled O Leaozinho from his Little Lion album. I wish we could post pictures on here so we could all see everyone's special canine friends.
cool dog
Not sure if she’s a purebred bmc or a mix but I adopted one last year and we’ve been so close since then.
song sounds like ill be there by the Jackson 5
I have a 7 month old black mouth cur X ....I live in NZ...any tips..I'm a 1st time dog owner..he was just given to us...was neglected and abandoned as a baby pup...his mummy died so I adopted him...thanks and loves to whoever fakes time to offer an tips and advice.
I'm hoping that someone might point me in a direction to help my daughter and son in law, find a new home for their 2 year old neutered male. He's a wonderful dog.
BMC best breed.
Rescued two pups and brought them home from San Miguel de Allende Mexico.
(Thank you Gabriella) We checked their DNA and for sure Black mouthed cur for a mom and other breeds. Our "Bella" could be a sister to your sweet dog.
+Charlie Mayhew Congratulations! I just adopted another BMC pup because I lost my older one. Kirra has blossomed into a truly magnificent soul. She blows everyone away by her gentleness and beauty. The new pup, Mango, is a hoot and idolizes Kirra. Enjoy your new pups and thanks for posting!
my black mouth cur is named Bella too!
Hi Bella, beautiful BMC! Where did you get the nice collar with the plate?
I have a puppy but idk if it’s an Anatolian Shepherd or a Mountain Cur, he’s 2 months (13kg) has a black mask, golden colour and a different colour at the tip of it’s tail but he was rescued from the foothills of a mountain.
Does your dog lick all the time? Mine never stops
Kirra does not but Mango, my other BMC, does if you have any kind of lotion on. Funny!
My 4 yr old BMC licks constantly, so we have trained her to "give kisses" and that has controlled some of the random licking! good luck awesome and loving creatures...
Where is this dog
I have a BMC German Shepard mix she looks a lot like daisy(my dogs name) so she might be a bmc gs mix
Awe I have I cur her name is Rudy and she is SOOO lazy and she is a puppy
I've had a dog for around four years now and I can't tell if she's just a black mouth cur or a mix. I've been searching forever but can't find a match. The thing I'm confused about is that shes an adult, but is a bit bigger than the average BMC puppy. Anyone have any ideas what she is?
what happened to that first poor pup?
We just adopted a female black mouth cur. She is 8 months old and about 35 lbs. wondering when your cur stopped growing? I have no idea how big she's going to get
Is she full grown? How big did she get? I have a half BMC half Anatolian Shepherd, but she looks just like your pup. She grew to 100lbs. She looks like a giant BMC, I think she gets her size from the Anatolian she has in her.
She grew steadily but seems to have slowed/stopped. I think she's probably around 60 to 65 lbs now. She is incredibly wonderful! Very smart, extremely funny and overwhelmingly loving. She and our older dog are best buddies and play all day long. We are spending the winter on a bridge-less barrier island and Kirra can't stay out of the water. It's ridiculously funny and charming. She looks like a dolphin leaping and bounding along through the waves as we walk the beach. She has enriched our lives beyond measure. Especially our older dog. We are all very, very happy! Thanks to everyone for the great comments and for the obvious love of animals.
My girl LOVES the water too, She actually sleeps on the steps of my father's pool. I can't keep her out of the water. The way you describe Kirra describes my Anne perfectly to a T.
i am in georgia and on fixed income but would love to have a black mouth cur. i have taken in rescue bmc mixes and thoroughly enjoyed them but just once would like to get a puppy (preferably female) and raise it. i do not intend to breed her, i just prefer females. any resources available?..........g
I cant get one in the uk
Mine is cute but mean (she is nice and funny most of the time but she will bite you if has to)
a 'puff piece' ... they are NOT a breed for most folks... MOST folks never take a dog all the way through even 1 obedience class.. See? BMC needs a job to do all the time... and obedience can be it.
Happy Birthday Kirra Nia Ellen Crawdad! One year old today!
Kirra turns two tomorrow! Happy Birthday Kirra!
We lost our other dog, Bella, Labor Day weekend 2015, and rescued another BMC right away. Kirra and Mango are the best of friends and spend their days walking the beach (moved to Florida), racing around chasing each other and enjoying loads of petting, scratching and hugs. They are mega happy! You could not ask for better entertainment! Rest in peace Bella! You were our first Black Mouth Cur and the sweetest girl ever. You were taken far too young, being only eight. We will love you forever!