Early American settlers brought Leopard dogs from Mexico to hunt bear. The Leopard Cur was recognized by U.K.C. on November 1, 1998. The body is 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 heavy muzzle of moderate length. Ears are set high and drop. The tail is straight, set low, and may be any length. The coat is dense but close fitting. The Leopard 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.