Do Black Mouth Curs bark a lot?

No, Black Mouth Curs don’t tend to bark a lot unless they are alerting their pet parents of a perceived threat or are treeing on a hunt. During hunts, they often produce a range of vocalizations from short, choppy barks to slight yodels and fuller bays. They may also bark when anxious, but not excessively.

It’s important to provide excellent socialization in a range of environments from puppyhood to ensure your Black Mouth Cur isn’t overly reactive and vocal. If you’re adopting a rescued adult Black Mouth Cur, you may need to help them slowly adjust to other animals, people, and new environments. Especially for undersocialized adults, it’s crucial to move incrementally and prioritize helping them feel safe and secure as you introduce new experiences positively and gently. 

Additionally, this breed is highly active and needs a lot of mental and physical enrichment to feel content. If your Black Mouth Cur is barking excessively, they may need more consistent enrichment such as scent games, swimming, puzzles, and runs in nature.