German Shorthaired Pointer vs Catahoula Leopard Dog

Compare the German Shorthaired Pointer to the Catahoula Leopard Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between German Shorthaired Pointers and Catahoula Leopard Dogs.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Catahoula Leopard Dog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
20-26 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
50-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Origin Country
Germany
United States
Origin Year
1800 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
50-100 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Black Roan
Black Roan
Liver
Liver
Liver and White
Liver and White
Liver Roan
Liver Roan
White
White
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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