Both Yochon and Stephens Stock are originated from United States. Yochon may grow 22 cm / 8 inches shorter than Stephens Stock. Yochon may weigh 49 kg / 108 pounds lesser than Stephens Stock. Both Yochon and Stephens Stock has same life span. Both Yochon and Stephens Stock has almost same litter size. Yochon requires Moderate maintenance. But Stephens Stock requires Low maintenance
History
The Yochon is a “designer dog” – a cross between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Bichon Frise. They are not a purebred and are not recognized by purebred dog clubs such as the American Kennel Club (AKC). They are small, playful, families dogs. Most of them bear the best characteristics of each of their founding breeds, but because they are crossbreeds and most will be multi-generational cross breeds, there are no two dogs alike.
Though not recognized by the traditional purebred clubs they are recognized by several hybrid canine clubs. The cross was developed in the United States.
The Stephens Stock is a member if the Cur dog breeds. They are a scent hound bred in southeastern Kentucky by the Stephen’s family. For generations the dogs were simply known as the “little black dog”. The Cur breeds are dogs with a mixture of ancestry and the Stephens Cur is no different. However, the name Cur now means a working dog from the South in the United States. They were known as hunting and guard dogs, chasing wild boar, squirrel and raccoon. They were also called the Mountain Curs throughout Kentucky, Tennessee and Virginia.
These mountain working dogs came close to extinction by the 1940’s but four separate breeders set out to save the Mountain Curs. They were the founders of the Mountain Cur Club and involved Woody Huntsman of Kentucky, Carl McConnel of Virginia, Dewey Ledbetter of Virginia and of course Hugh Stephens of Kentucky. Later the name of the club was changed to the Original Mountain Cur Breeders Association or OMCBA. The Mountain View Cur, the Treeing Cur and the Stephens Stock Cur were the results of their efforts.
In the 1970’s Stephen’s decided that his Cur was different from the original Mountain Curs and should be a separate breed. He formed the Stephen’s Breeders Association and the breed was recognized as distinct from other Curs. However, it was not recognized by the UKC (United Kennel Club) until 1998.
Basic Information
Origin:
United States
United States
Weight Male:
41 - 58 kg
90 - 128 pounds
Weight Female:
39 - 55 kg
85 - 122 pounds
Life Span:
10 - 14 Years
10 - 14 Years
Other Names:
Bichyorkie • Borkie • Yo-Chon • Yochon • Yorki-Chon • Yorkichon • Yorkiechon • Yorkie-Chon • Yorkie-Bichon • Yorkshire Frise
Stephens' Stock Mountain Cur Little black dog Little Darkies
Colors Available:
Black, Blonde, Brown, Cream, Dark, Brown, Golden, Gray, White
Black or dark gray; white markings may appear on the neck, and feet , chest
Coat:
silky or curly very full coat
Short, smooth/rough outer coat; short, dense, soft undercoat
Temperament:
Alert, Energetic, Friendly, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Playful
Aggressive, Alert, Courageous, Energetic, Independent, Intelligent, Lively, Loyal, Playful
Grooming:
Moderate maintenance
Low maintenance
Trainability:
Moderate
Easy
New Owners Friendly:
Yes
Yes
Description
Yochons go by many different names but in general they are toy dogs, weighing in at under 20 pounds, most weighing 6-12 pounds. They have black noses, long tails, and round eyes. Their muzzles are blunt and their skulls are also round.
They have fluffy, full coats that can range from tan, to brown to black. They can also be white or cream. Their ears can be either hanging or erect.
The Stephens Stock Cur is a breed of medium size, dark dogs – either very dark grey or black. Their heads are domed, and the muzzle is short with dark eyes. The breed’s chest is broad and deep with a neck of medium length and either a rough or smooth coat. They are smaller than the other Curs like the Black Mouth Cur or the Mountain View Cur.
They are strong and capable of treeing their prey. Their body is longer than it is high, and they have powerful and long legs. Their appearance is sleek and elegant. The nose is dark and square, and their stance is alert and that of a watchdog. This is an athletic hunting dog that is aggressive in the field and chilled at home.
Characteristics
1 Children friendliness -yes very good but watch careful that children do not hurt them as they are so small and fragile.
2.Special talents – Loves families and playing
3.Adaptability – adapts well to apartments can play indoors
4.Learning ability – intelligent and independent
Characteristics
1. Children friendliness - They are tenacious on the hunt but once at home they love children.
2.Special talents tenacious – treeing prey
3.Adaptability They are adaptable if you can get them the exercise, they need every day. They won’t do well in an apartment without going to play and run somewhere else every day.
4.Learning ability - highly intelligent, eager to learn.
Health Problems
Both founding breeds are vulnerable to a few medical conditions. These include:
• Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease – insufficient blood to hind legs, thigh bones causing lameness.
• Patellar Luxation – slipped kneecaps can also cause lameness.
• Dental Issues – keep teeth brushed and cleaned.
• Hypothyroidism – can be treated with medication.
• Reverse Sneezing
• Allergies
• Collapsed Trachea due to small size – be careful with them at all times.
The Stephens Stock Cur is a fairly healthy breed, fairly isolated in the hills and mountains of Kentucky and Tennessee. They are prone to a few health conditions but there are no genetic and breed specific issues.
- PRA Progressive Retinal Atrophy can lead to blindness.
• Ear and Eye Infections. Keep them clean and keep debris out of both ears and eyes after hunting.
- Deafness is seen in some.
- Dental issues have been seen in some.
Caring The Pet
3.Feeding the puppy – do not overfeed. Use a high quality puppy toy breed kibble. Feed 3-4 X day.
2.Feeding the adult – do not overfeed. Use a high quality adult toy breed kibble. Feed at least twice a day.
3.Points for Good Health hearty/general good health and stamina
4. Games and Exercises does not need a lot of exercise . They enjoy obedience and agility trials.
1.Feeding the puppy -Feed puppies a quality food desired for medium breed, high energy dogs. Puppies should eat 3 times a day about a total of 2 cups.
2.Feeding the adult Feed a high quality dog food with plenty of protein and designed for medium size dogs. Feed a total of 3 cups over 2 meals a day.
3.Points for Good Health – They are energetic and tenacious.
4. Games and Exercises – This is a very high energy treeing hunting dog with remarkable speed and agility. They need exercise – both physical and mental. One walk a day will not do it for these dogs. Have a fenced in yard or take them to organized activities like field trials, agility, flyball, hunting, search and rescue or barn hunt. They love to hunt with their people.
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