Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Catahoula Leopard Dog

Compare the Chesapeake Bay Retriever to the Catahoula Leopard Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Catahoula Leopard Dogs.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Catahoula Leopard Dog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-14 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
20-26 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
50-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1807 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
50-100 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
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
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