Catahoula Leopard Dog vs American Bulldog

Compare the Catahoula Leopard Dog to the American Bulldog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Catahoula Leopard Dogs and American Bulldogs.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs American Bulldog
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
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General Details
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-16 Years
Height
20-26 Inches
20-28 Inches
Weight
50-100 Pounds
60-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Below Average
History
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1600 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-100 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
23 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-16 Years
Health Concerns
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Catahoula Leopard Dog
American Bulldog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Brown
Brown
Grey
Grey
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
Yellow
Yellow
Black and White
Black and White
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
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