Mountain Feist

Agile

Alert

Loveable

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High-spirited

Black

Light brown

White

Average $500 - $800 USD

Although Feists are fairly uncommon, they are not overly expensive and usually cost between $500 and $800, depending on the breeder and availability. That being said, some pedigree Feists can go for upward of $1,000 and even cost up to $3,000 in some cases.

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This breed lives to hunt. On days it cannot be taken hunting it needs to be taken on a long walk or jog. If the dog is on a lead it must be made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead, as in a dog's mind the leader leads the way, and that leader needs to be the human.

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The Mountain Feist is easy to groom. They require an occassional brushing and/or combing to remove dead hairs. Bathe only when necessary.

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Hypoallergenic: No

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The Mountain Feist is an intelligent dog who has a natural hunting ability. Consistent training and early socialization is important.

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The Mountain Feist stand about 35 to 45 cm (14 to 18 inches) high. They have a variety of colors but are mainly a light brown, black, and white. They have long pointy ears that stand upwards and button ears that fold over. They have paws suited for climbing because of their strong hind legs and sharp curved nails.

Mountain Feists are curious, intelligent, alert and physically active dogs which are suited for hunting and as companion dogs. Feist are very vocal dogs, communicating with growls, bays and barks.They are very protective around the people they know best. Mainly used as a squirrel dog, the Mountain Feist is also good at hunting raccoons and tracking larger game.

The word “feist” is an ancient one referring to a small, often noisy dog. Like the Cur breeds, the Feist breeds were developed in the rural South by breeders who needed low-maintenance dogs to hunt small game and to eliminate vermin, Feist were often the result of crosses between hunting hounds and terriers. Today’s Mountain Feist is the result of generations of breeding for performance and is still primarily used to hunt squirrel, although they are also used to hunt raccoon, rabbits and more. The Mountain Feist was recognized by the United Kennel Club on February 1, 2015.