Tonya

Available

0-6 months|Black Mouth Cur, Hound|Female|Medium|Spring Hill, TN

🐾 Friendly🙈 Shy🚽 House Trained

Tonya

Available

0-6 months|Black Mouth Cur, Hound|Female|Medium|Spring Hill, TN

🐾 Friendly🙈 Shy🚽 House Trained

Tonya is a medium-sized, golden Black Mouth Cur/Hound mix with a medium coat. She is 8 months old, female, and spayed. Vaccinations are up to date. She is mostly house trained and currently lives in Spring Hill, TN.

About Tonya

Tonya has been part of the rescue for a couple of months, and she’s still warming up to people. For now, she spends most of her days quietly watching from afar, overwhelmed by the busy foster home and the presence of many other dogs. You can see her longing to bond, but she needs more time and a gentler touch to come out of her shell. She’d do best in a calm, steady environment without small children or constant commotion, where someone can give her focused attention. Tonya is mostly crate trained and uses a doggy door, though she’ll need more consistent walks and patience with her house training to reach her full potential. At 8 months old and around 35-40 lbs, she still has plenty to learn, but shy dogs like her often become fiercely loyal when they finally settle in. Tonya gets along with other dogs and lives in a home with cats, though she hasn’t interacted much with them. She’s spayed, heartworm negative, and current on vaccines. She’s based in Spring Hill, TN, but transport is available for the right adopter. If you can provide patience and kindness, Tonya will pay it back in spades. Your new best friend is just one click away.

Questions about Tonya

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Tonya is a Black Mouth Cur/Hound mix and generally, this breed thrives in a calm environment with patient handlers. A quieter home with a yard and minimal chaos would help her feel safe and confident.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Tonya would benefit from a secure yard or regular walks, as Black Mouth Curs and Hounds are active breeds that enjoy time outdoors. She doesn't need acres, but access to safe outdoor space is important.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
While many Black Mouth Curs and Hounds do well with respectful children, Tonya is on the more nervous side. She’d be best in a home without small children and with adults or older teens who understand her sensitivities.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Because Tonya is shy and needs ongoing training, she’ll do best with someone who has dog experience, especially with dogs that need confidence-building. Patience and consistency will be key.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Tonya lives with several dogs and gets along well with them, so her breed generally does enjoy company from other dogs, especially if introduced properly.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Black Mouth Cur/Hound mixes can sometimes coexist peacefully with cats, though it's best to monitor new introductions. Tonya has lived with cats but has had little direct interaction, so slow intros are recommended.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
As a mix with hunting heritage, Tonya’s type tends to have prey drive. Caution should be used with small pets, and introductions should be careful and supervised.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Tonya is shyer than average, but many Curs and Hounds start off reserved with strangers and warm up over time. Proper introductions and a gentle pace go a long way.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Tonya is young and, like most puppies, benefits from regular company. Adult Black Mouth Cur/Hound mixes can tolerate being alone for a few hours, but she’ll need gradual building up and activities to prevent boredom.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Tonya needs continued work on leash skills and further confidence-building. Her breed is smart and does well with consistent positive reinforcement training and structure.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Black Mouth Cur/Hound mixes are usually medium to large, and Tonya herself is around 35-40 lbs at 8 months old.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Tonya's breed tends to live about 12 to 16 years when well cared for—long enough to become a treasured part of the family.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Tonya has a medium coat and her breed tends to be moderate shedders, so expect seasonal hair but nothing unmanageable with regular brushing.