Is the Appenzeller Sennenhund or the Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur better for families with children?

The Appenzeller Sennenhund tends to be the more naturally child-friendly of the two, though both can do well in family homes with early socialization.

Which sheds more, the Appenzeller Sennenhund or the Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur?

The Appenzeller Sennenhund and Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur shed a similar amount (medium).

Which is easier to train, the Appenzeller Sennenhund or the Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur?

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Is Appenzeller Sennenhund or Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur bigger?

Appenzeller Sennenhund and Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur are a similar size (Medium).

Which barks more, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur?

Both bark a similar amount (high).

Which is better for apartment living, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur?

For apartment or apartment living, Appenzeller Sennenhund and Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur are an even match — either can work well.

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur: full comparison

Trait	Appenzeller Sennenhund	Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur
Size	Medium	Medium
Energy level	Very High	Very High
Trainability	High	High
Friendliness	Medium	Medium
Good with children	High	Medium
Grooming needs	Low	Low
Shedding	Medium	Medium
Barking	High	High
Protectiveness	Very High	High
Adaptability	Low	Medium
Typical lifespan	13 years	14 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Size and living space

The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a moderately built dog that is comfortable in most homes, though a bit of space and a yard are welcome. By comparison, the Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur is a moderately built dog that is comfortable in most homes, though a bit of space and a yard are welcome. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a true athlete that needs intense daily exercise and a job to do, or it will get restless. The Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur is a true athlete that needs intense daily exercise and a job to do, or it will get restless. Their exercise needs are broadly the same, so this is unlikely to be a deciding factor.

Grooming and shedding

The Appenzeller Sennenhund needs only light grooming, a brush once or twice a week and loses a fair amount of coat, especially seasonally. The Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur needs only light grooming, a brush once or twice a week and loses a fair amount of coat, especially seasonally. Grooming upkeep is similar for both.

Temperament, training and family life

The Appenzeller Sennenhund learns quickly and enjoys the training process, barks fairly often, especially to alert you and is very good with children and makes a dependable family dog. The Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur learns quickly and enjoys the training process, barks fairly often, especially to alert you and is generally good with children when socialized and supervised. On guarding instinct, Appenzeller Sennenhund carries a powerful guarding instinct, whereas Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur is naturally alert and defends its people.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, Appenzeller Sennenhund and Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur are an even match — either can work well.
For families with young children, Appenzeller Sennenhund has the edge, being the more naturally child-friendly and sociable of the two.
For first-time dog owners, Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur has the edge, as it is easier to train and more forgiving of beginner mistakes.
For being left alone during the workday, Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur has the edge, coping better with independence and being quieter when unsupervised.
For allergy sufferers, Appenzeller Sennenhund and Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur are an even match — either can work well.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Appenzeller Sennenhund if you want the more child-friendly companion or you want a more protective, watchful guardian.

Choose the Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur if you want a more adaptable dog or you want a longer-lived breed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Appenzeller Sennenhund or the Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur better for families with children?: The Appenzeller Sennenhund tends to be the more naturally child-friendly of the two, though both can do well in family homes with early socialization.
Which sheds more, the Appenzeller Sennenhund or the Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur?: The Appenzeller Sennenhund and Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the Appenzeller Sennenhund or the Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.
Is Appenzeller Sennenhund or Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur bigger?: Appenzeller Sennenhund and Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur are a similar size (Medium).
Which barks more, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur?: Both bark a similar amount (high).
Which is better for apartment living, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur?: For apartment or apartment living, Appenzeller Sennenhund and Kemmer Stock Mountain Cur are an even match — either can work well.