If you're a dog lover and a frequenter of rescue websites, especially for organizations located in the American South, you might be curious about cur dogs. There are a handful of breeds — 14 to be ...

Squirrel hunting behind dogs has taken a big jump in popularity in the past few years. Unless you are familiar with this time-honored practice, however, you may question the need for canine help in ...

The Mountain Cur requires a diverse training program that includes both physical activity and cognitive stimulation. Photo: Getty Images/adogslifephoto The Mountain Cur is one of America’s original ...

A few weeks ago I wrote of an encounter with a feral boar hog that had been cornered in a Screven County swamp thicket by a pack of dogs. Mountain Cur dogs, to be exact. There were four and their ...

Known by many different names depending on region of origin, the most commonly accepted nomenclature for this all-American dog breed is the Black Mouth Cur. This breed has a fascinating history dating ...

This dog’s webbed feet enable it to move effortlessly through Louisiana’s swamps and slews. Even its shoulders are lain at 45 degree angle to allow it to work more efficiently and with less fatigue, ...

AUTHOR'S NOTE: Sometimes I'm just too busy to get a column out, so I asked a guest to step in for me this time. Please, no comments about her writing better than I do. My name is Dotzie, and I'm a dog ...

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