9 breeds in this group
Foundation Stock Dog Breeds — Complete Guide
Rare breeds working toward full AKC recognition. Foundation Stock breeds represent unique lineages from around the world.
Avg Energy: 4.3/5
Avg Trainability: 3.1/5
Avg Kid-Friendly: 3.2/5
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Black Mouth Cur
United States · 12-18 years
Energy
Trainability
Good with Kids
16-43 kg · Shedding 3/5

Mountain Cur
United States · 14-16 years
Energy
Trainability
Good with Kids
14-27 kg · Shedding 3/5
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Taiwan Dog
Taiwan · 12-16 years
Energy
Trainability
Good with Kids
12-18 kg · Shedding 2/5

Telomian
Malaysia · 12-16 years
Energy
Trainability
Good with Kids
8-13 kg · Shedding 2/5
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Carolina Dog
United States · 12-15 years
Energy
Trainability
Good with Kids
14-20 kg · Shedding 3/5
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Indian Pariah Dog
India · 13-16 years
Energy
Trainability
Good with Kids
15-30 kg · Shedding 2/5
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New Guinea Singing Dog
New Guinea · 15-18 years
Energy
Trainability
Good with Kids
9-14 kg · Shedding 3/5

Catahoula Leopard Dog
United States · 10-14 years
Energy
Trainability
Good with Kids
18-43 kg · Shedding 3/5

Thai Bangkaew Dog
Thailand · 12-14 years
Energy
Trainability
Good with Kids
16-21 kg · Shedding 4/5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Foundation Stock dogs?
Rare breeds working toward full AKC recognition. Foundation Stock breeds represent unique lineages from around the world.
How many Foundation Stock breeds are there?
There are 9 Foundation Stock breeds in our database. Popular examples include Black Mouth Cur, Mountain Cur, Taiwan Dog.
Are Foundation Stock dogs good family pets?
Foundation Stock breeds average 3.2/5 for kid-friendliness and 3.1/5 for trainability. The most family-friendly Foundation Stock breeds include Black Mouth Cur, Mountain Cur. Individual breed traits vary, so always research specific breeds.