Reyna

Available

8 years and up|Black Mouth Cur|Female|Large|San Diego, CA

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🧠 Smart🚽 House Trained🎾 Playful

Reyna

Available

8 years and up|Black Mouth Cur|Female|Large|San Diego, CA

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🧠 Smart🚽 House Trained🎾 Playful

This large, senior female Black Mouth Cur mix has a short bicolor coat and is currently at The Cantu Foundation. She is fully house trained, spayed, and up to date on all vaccinations. Reyna does not have special needs that require extra vetting, but does manage mild hip dysplasia with daily medication and light exercise. She is known for her gentle temperament and loving nature, making her a wonderful companion.

About Reyna

Your new best friend is just one click away. Meet Reyna, a 9-year-old female Black Mouth Cur mix with a gentle and affectionate spirit. This lovely, large lady weighs about 60 pounds and is fully potty trained, crate trained, spayed, and vaccinated. She strolls beautifully on a leash—slow walks and easygoing days are definitely her style now. Reyna’s journey began in Tijuana, where she was rescued after being hit by a car. Thanks to rehab and her resilience, she's doing great, though she does have hip dysplasia and some physical limitations. With her daily medication, supplements, and light exercise, Reyna thrives as a chill, easy companion—an absolute snugglebug who adores cuddling and sleeping close to her people. Reyna is sweet, confident, and independent, yet always ready for affection and snuggles. She’s friendly with people and good with children, and she may do well with other dogs after a proper introduction. While she hasn’t met cats yet, her heart is open to new friends given patience and care. Reyna can be mildly anxious when you leave but settles quickly, making her a loyal shadow and loving member of the family. Her ideal home is a calm, single-story environment where she can enjoy cozy days feeling safe and loved. Ready to welcome a mellow, loyal, and loving companion into your life? Reyna is waiting to bring warmth, gentle affection, and a lot of love into her forever home. Make their next chapter their best one yet.

Questions about Reyna

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Black Mouth Curs typically do best in homes with access to a yard and space to move around. They appreciate being part of an active household, but adapt well to quieter environments when their exercise needs are met.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
This breed benefits from a moderate to large outdoor space. While not strictly necessary with regular walks, Black Mouth Curs do enjoy having a secure yard to explore and play in.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Black Mouth Curs are generally very good with children. Their loyal and protective nature makes them wonderful family pets, provided they are properly socialized.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
While adaptable, Black Mouth Curs may be better suited to owners with some prior dog experience, as they respond well to confident leadership and consistent training.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Black Mouth Curs can get along well with other dogs when introduced properly. Socialization from a young age helps ensure positive interactions with canine companions.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
With proper introduction, some Black Mouth Curs can live peacefully with cats, but supervision is always recommended due to their natural hunting instincts.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Black Mouth Curs have a prey drive, so caution should be used when introducing them to small animals. Supervised introductions and ongoing management are important.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
This breed is typically wary but polite around strangers. Early socialization helps them feel comfortable and confident in new situations and with new people.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Black Mouth Curs prefer companionship and can develop separation anxiety if left alone for long periods. Ideally, they should not be left for more than several hours at a time.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
They benefit from basic obedience training and consistent boundaries. Due to their intelligence, Black Mouth Curs respond well to positive reinforcement methods.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Black Mouth Curs are typically medium to large-sized dogs, often weighing between 45 to 95 pounds when fully grown.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
The average lifespan for a Black Mouth Cur is 12 to 16 years, making them a long-term companion for families.
How much does this breed typically shed?
With their short coat, Black Mouth Curs tend to shed a moderate amount, especially during seasonal changes. Regular brushing helps manage shedding.