Is the Alaskan Klee Kai Better than the Catahoula Bulldog as a Pet? Our Answer.

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Alaskan Klee Kai Versus Catahoula Bulldog: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog? 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 Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog 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 Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog 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 Alaskan Klee Kai and for the Catahoula Bulldog. 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 Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Alaskan Klee Kai or the Catahoula Bulldog.

Alaskan Klee Kai versus Catahoula Bulldog: Overview

A very important difference between the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Alaskan Klee Kai is a small-sized dog while the Catahoula Bulldog is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Alaskan Klee Kai belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Catahoula Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Alaskan Klee Kai versus Catahoula Bulldog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Alaskan Klee Kai to the Catahoula Bulldog 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 Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog

Factor Alaskan Klee Kai Catahoula Bulldog
Weight 10 to 15 pounds 75 to 100 pounds
Life Span 12 to 16 years 10 to 14 years
Height 13 to 17 inches 24 to 26 inches
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2760 $800
Price Range $2500 – $3200 $500 – $825
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Catahoula Bulldog. 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 Alaskan Klee Kai is 75 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Catahoula Bulldog is 68 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Alaskan Klee Kai is a better pet than the Catahoula Bulldog. So, you should get the Alaskan Klee Kai!

    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 Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog

    Below is a list of where the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are most different:

    • Alaskan Klee Kais cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments. However, Catahoula Bulldogs can tolerate hot weather.
    • Alaskan Klee Kais do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Catahoula Bulldogs do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Alaskan Klee Kais shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Catahoula Bulldogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Alaskan Klee Kais can tolerate cold weather. However, Catahoula Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    The Similarities Between the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog

    The Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are most similar:

    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog do not get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are not prone to gaining weight easily.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog are very playful.
    • Both the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Size Comparison of Alaskan Klee Kai versus Catahoula Bulldog

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog.

    Alaskan Klee Kais weigh 10 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Alaskan Klee Kais are 13 to 17 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Catahoula Bulldogs weigh 75 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Catahoula Bulldogs are 24 to 26 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Alaskan Klee Kai versus Catahoula Bulldog

    The lifespan of Alaskan Klee Kais is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Alaskan Klee Kais is 14.0 years.

    The lifespan of Catahoula Bulldogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Catahoula Bulldogs is 12.0 years.

    Alaskan Klee Kais live longer than Catahoula Bulldogs.

    Price of Alaskan Klee Kai versus Price of Catahoula Bulldog

    The average price of the Alaskan Klee Kai puppy is $2760. The price of the Alaskan Klee Kai typically ranges from $2500 – $3200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 133 Alaskan Klee Kai puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Catahoula Bulldog puppy is $800. The price of the Catahoula Bulldog typically ranges from $500 – $825. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 11 Catahoula Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Alaskan Klee Kai is more expensive than the Catahoula Bulldog.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Alaskan Klee Kai and Catahoula Bulldog. For different price points, the charts show how many Alaskan Klee Kai puppies or how many Catahoula Bulldog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Alaskan Klee Kais. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Alaskan Klee Kais. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Bulldogs

    A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Bulldogs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Alaskan Klee Kai puppy or the Catahoula Bulldog 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: Alaskan Klee Kai versus Catahoula Bulldog

    Alaskan Klee Kais do not like to be left alone.

    Catahoula Bulldogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Alaskan Klee Kais shed more than Catahoula Bulldogs?

    Alaskan Klee Kais shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Catahoula Bulldogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Alaskan Klee Kai or the Catahoula Bulldog

    Alaskan Klee Kais do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Catahoula Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Alaskan Klee Kai or the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Alaskan Klee Kais are very easy to groom.

    Catahoula Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Does the Alaskan Klee Kai Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Alaskan Klee Kais 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.

    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.

    Do Alaskan Klee Kais Bark and Howl? What about Catahoula Bulldogs?

    Alaskan Klee Kais bark and howl, but not very much.

    Catahoula Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Alaskan Klee Kais Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Alaskan Klee Kais can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Catahoula Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Alaskan Klee Kai vs. Catahoula Bulldog

    Alaskan Klee Kais have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Catahoula Bulldogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Alaskan Klee Kais Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Alaskan Klee Kais cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Catahoula Bulldogs can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Alaskan Klee Kai or the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Alaskan Klee Kais do not get along well with other dogs.

    Catahoula Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Alaskan Klee Kais good family dogs? What about Catahoula Bulldogs?

    Alaskan Klee Kais are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Catahoula Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Alaskan Klee Kais and Catahoula Bulldogs?

    Alaskan Klee Kais get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Catahoula Bulldogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Alaskan Klee Kai Easier to Train than the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Alaskan Klee Kais are very easy to train.

    Catahoula Bulldogs are not easy to train.

    Is the Alaskan Klee Kai Better for Apartment Owners than the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Alaskan Klee Kais adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Catahoula Bulldogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Alaskan Klee Kai or the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Alaskan Klee Kais are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Catahoula Bulldogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Alaskan Klee Kai versus Catahoula Bulldog. 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 Alaskan Klee Kai and the Catahoula Bulldog better suits you and your family.