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A Breed Like No Other

The Mountain Cur was a huge part of our early American History. This breed helped Frontiersmen with hunting, farm work, and protection from both man and beast. One of the first true All-American dog breeds.

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Welcome to Walnut Ridge Mountain Curs

Preserving the American Settlers'

Versatile Working Dog...

...the Mountain Cur

Located in Georgetown, Ohio
A little about myself...I fell in love with the breed after I adopted a Mountain Cur pup from a Tennessee shelter. That dog changed the course of my life and introduced me to this amazing breed. They have been the best dogs I’ve ever owned, a true working dog that can do almost any task you can imagine. Since then I would like to share my passion for the breed with others through education and producing quality pups that can be true working dogs as the breed was originally meant to do.
THEY ARE MUCH MORE than just squirrel dogs!!


 I am a member of the Original Mountain Cur Breeder's Association, Kemmer Stock Breeder's Association, Good Dog Breeder Approved. I have titled multiple dogs in the American Kennel Club, United Kennel Club, United Schutzhund Clubs of America, National Kennel Club, and International All Breed Canine Association. Several of my dogs have been the first of their breed to earn titles in various dog sports such as Lure Coursing, Obedience, Rally, Dock Diving, Conformation, Schutzhund BH, and more. I am also the breed contact for Mountain Curs in the AKC. The focus of my breeding program is Versatility, Health, Structure, and Temperament for the Total Package. These dogs are more than just squirrel dogs, yes they do hunt squirrels, but that's only part of the breed's abilities. Thet are also supposed to be able to help on tthe farm, protect from predators and/or strangers, run a bear or chase a Bobcat. Versatility is KEY in my program. I've had several dogs make excellent service dogs as well. They really can do anything you'd want a dog to do.

-Mandy Middleton - Owner/Breeder/Handler & AKC Breed Contact


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I am a member of the Original Mountain Cur Breeder's Association,

Kemmer Stock Breeder's Association, National Sporting Dog, Good Dog Breeder Program Approved, and have titled multiple dogs in a variety of dog sports in the American Kennel Club, United Kennel Club, United Schutzhund Clubs of

America, National Kennel Club, and International All Breed Canine Association. Several of my dogs have been the first of their breed to earn titles in various

dog sports. I am also the breed contact for Mountain Curs in the AKC.

The focus of my breeding program is Versatility, Health, Temperament,

and Working Ability.

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The Dog of the American Frontiersman

-The Mountain Cur

 

 Walnut Ridge Mountain Curs is a preservation breeder, meaning we are dedicated to keeping ALL the original traits of the Mountain Cur, not just hunting. This breed was created out of the need for a versatile working dog that was able to do the work of a variety of breeds, so they only needed one dog for many jobs. The Mountain Cur was created to help its owner around the settlement, hunting, and protecting the family.

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Your New Best Friend:

When you purchase a

Walnut Ridge puppy, you are getting more than just a hunting dog, you are also getting a well started, loyal best friend. My "puppy preschool" program prepared the pups for their new homes, owners, and jobs. A great dog begins with a great breeding and training program!

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