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- Catahoula Bulldog Versus Saluki: Introduction
- Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki: Overview
- Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki
- The Similarities Between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki
- Size (Weight and Height) of Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki
- Lifespan of Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki
- Price of Catahoula Bulldog versus Price of Saluki
- Tolerates Being Alone: Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki
- Do Catahoula Bulldogs shed more than Salukis?
- Which one drools more, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Saluki
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Saluki?
- Does the Catahoula Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?
- Do Catahoula Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?
- Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Catahoula Bulldog vs. Saluki
- Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Saluki?
- Are Catahoula Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Salukis?
- How Kid-friendly are Catahoula Bulldogs and Salukis?
- Is the Catahoula Bulldog Easier to Train than the Saluki?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Catahoula Bulldog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saluki
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki. Which One is a Better Pet?
Catahoula Bulldog Versus Saluki: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Catahoula Bulldog and for the Saluki. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Catahoula Bulldog or the Saluki.
Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki: Overview
Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki are similar in size. The Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Catahoula Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Saluki belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Catahoula Bulldog to the Saluki based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki
Factor | Catahoula Bulldog | Saluki |
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Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
Easygoing | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 24 to 26 inches | 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder |
Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Weight | 75 to 100 pounds | 35 to 70 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.0 years |
Average Price | $700 | $2250 |
Price Range | $500 – $850 | $2250 – $2250 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Catahoula Bulldog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Saluki. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Catahoula Bulldog is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saluki is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saluki is a better pet than the Catahoula Bulldog. So, you should get the Saluki!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki
Below is a list of where the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki are most different:
The Similarities Between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki
The Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki.
Catahoula Bulldogs weigh 75 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Catahoula Bulldogs are 24 to 26 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Salukis weigh 35 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Salukis are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki
The lifespan of Catahoula Bulldogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Catahoula Bulldogs is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Salukis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Salukis is 13.0 years.
Salukis live longer than Catahoula Bulldogs.
Price of Catahoula Bulldog versus Price of Saluki
The average price of the Catahoula Bulldog puppy is $700. The price of the Catahoula Bulldog typically ranges from $500 – $850. However, the price of a Catahoula Bulldog can be as low as $200 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 44 Catahoula Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Saluki puppy is $2250. The price of the Saluki typically ranges from $2250 – $2250. However, the price of the Saluki can be as low as $2250 and as high as $2250. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Saluki puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Saluki is more expensive than the Catahoula Bulldog.
Catahoula Bulldog | Saluki | |
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Average Price | $700 | $2250 |
Price Range | $500 to $850 | $2250 to $2250 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Catahoula Bulldog and Saluki. For different price points, the charts show how many Catahoula Bulldog puppies or how many Saluki puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Bulldogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Salukis
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Catahoula Bulldog puppy or the Saluki puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki
Catahoula Bulldogs can be left alone only for a short time.
Salukis do not like to be left alone.
Do Catahoula Bulldogs shed more than Salukis?
Catahoula Bulldogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Salukis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Saluki
Catahoula Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Salukis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Saluki?
Catahoula Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Salukis are very easy to groom.
Does the Catahoula Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?
Catahoula Bulldogs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Salukis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Catahoula Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?
Catahoula Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Salukis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Catahoula Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Salukis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Catahoula Bulldog vs. Saluki
Catahoula Bulldogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Salukis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Catahoula Bulldogs can tolerate hot weather.
Salukis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Saluki?
Catahoula Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.
Salukis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Catahoula Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Salukis?
Catahoula Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Salukis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Catahoula Bulldogs and Salukis?
Catahoula Bulldogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Salukis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Catahoula Bulldog Easier to Train than the Saluki?
Catahoula Bulldogs are not easy to train.
Salukis are very easy to train.
Is the Catahoula Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Saluki?
Catahoula Bulldogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Saluki?
Catahoula Bulldogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Salukis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Catahoula Bulldog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Catahoula Bulldog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Catahoula Bulldog:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saluki
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saluki that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Saluki:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Catahoula Bulldog and how the Saluki compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog and of the Saluki to other breeds:
Catahoula Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Catahoula Bulldog versus Affenpinscher Catahoula Bulldog versus Irish Terrier Catahoula Bulldog versus Icelandic Sheepdog Catahoula Bulldog versus English Cocker Spaniel Catahoula Bulldog versus Pekingese Catahoula Bulldog versus Spinone Italiano Catahoula Bulldog versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Catahoula Bulldog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Catahoula Bulldog versus Chinook Catahoula Bulldog versus Jack Russell Terrier Catahoula Bulldog versus Shih Tzu Catahoula Bulldog versus Golden Cocker Retriever Catahoula Bulldog versus Bull Terrier Catahoula Bulldog versus Puggle Catahoula Bulldog versus Maltese Catahoula Bulldog versus Japanese Chin Catahoula Bulldog versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Catahoula Bulldog versus Kishu Ken Catahoula Bulldog versus Yorkipoo Catahoula Bulldog versus Chinese Crested Catahoula Bulldog versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Catahoula Bulldog versus Akbash Catahoula Bulldog versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Catahoula Bulldog versus Keeshond
Saluki Versus Other Dog Breeds
Saluki versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Saluki versus Boxer Saluki versus Yorkshire Terrier Saluki versus Finnish Lapphund Saluki versus Lakeland Terrier Saluki versus Siberian Husky Saluki versus Valley Bulldog Saluki versus Goldador Saluki versus Afador Saluki versus Pomchi Saluki versus Sussex Spaniel Saluki versus Pyrenean Mastiff Saluki versus Boston Terrier Saluki versus Papipoo Saluki versus Irish Wolfhound Saluki versus Australian Cattle Dog Saluki versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Saluki versus Akbash Saluki versus Bich Poo Saluki versus Komondor Saluki versus Flat-Coated Retriever Saluki versus Bulldog Saluki versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Saluki versus Labradoodle Saluki versus Field Spaniel
Conclusion: Catahoula Bulldog versus Saluki. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Saluki better suits you and your family.