Mountain Curs from O.M.B.C.A. and K.S.B.A. provided the foundation stock for the U.K.C. Mountain Cur breed. Today these dogs are used on squirrel, raccoon, and all types of big game. The Mountain Cur was recognized by U.K.C. on November 1, 1998. The Mountain Cur is a powerful, agile tree dog of medium size. The body is square or just slightly longer than tall.
Legs are long enough to allow the dog to move quickly and with agility in rough terrain.
The head is broad with a moderate stop, and a muzzle slightly shorter than the length of skull. Ears are set high and drop. The tail is straight, set low, and may be a natural bob. The coat is dense but close fitting. The Mountain Cur should be evaluated as a working dog, and exaggerations or faults should be penalized in proportion to how much they interfere with the dog's ability to work.