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- Black Mouth Cur Versus Catahoula Bulldog: Introduction
- Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog: Overview
- Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog
- Size Comparison of Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog
- Lifespan of Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog
- Price of Black Mouth Cur versus Price of Catahoula Bulldog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog
- Do Black Mouth Curs shed more than Catahoula Bulldogs?
- Which one drools more, the Black Mouth Cur or the Catahoula Bulldog
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Black Mouth Cur or the Catahoula Bulldog?
- Does the Black Mouth Cur Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Catahoula Bulldog?
- Do Black Mouth Curs Bark and Howl? What about Catahoula Bulldogs?
- Can Black Mouth Curs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Black Mouth Cur vs. Catahoula Bulldog
- Can Black Mouth Curs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Black Mouth Cur or the Catahoula Bulldog?
- Are Black Mouth Curs good family dogs? What about Catahoula Bulldogs?
- How Kid-friendly are Black Mouth Curs and Catahoula Bulldogs?
- Is the Black Mouth Cur Easier to Train than the Catahoula Bulldog?
- Conclusion: Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Black Mouth Cur Versus Catahoula Bulldog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur or the Catahoula Bulldog.
Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog: Overview
Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are similar in size. The Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Black Mouth Cur belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Catahoula Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog
| Factor | Black Mouth Cur | Catahoula Bulldog |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 18 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 16 to 25 inches | 24 to 26 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 95 pounds | 75 to 100 pounds |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 15.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $320 | $800 |
| Price Range | $300 – $300 | $500 – $825 |
| 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 Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Catahoula Bulldog is 68 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Black Mouth Cur is a better pet than the Catahoula Bulldog. So, you should get the Black Mouth Cur!
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 Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog
The Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are most similar:
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog do not adapt well to apartment living.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog do not like to be left alone.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog do not have the tendency to drool.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are not prone to gaining weight easily.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are highly intelligent.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are very playful.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog are very easy to groom.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
- Both the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
Size Comparison of Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog.
Black Mouth Curs weigh 40 to 95 pounds when fully grown. Black Mouth Curs are 16 to 25 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 Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog
The lifespan of Black Mouth Curs is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Black Mouth Curs is 15.0 years.
The lifespan of Catahoula Bulldogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Catahoula Bulldogs is 12.0 years.
Black Mouth Curs live longer than Catahoula Bulldogs.
Price of Black Mouth Cur versus Price of Catahoula Bulldog
The average price of the Black Mouth Cur puppy is $320. The price of the Black Mouth Cur typically ranges from $300 – $300. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 5 Black Mouth Cur 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 Catahoula Bulldog is more expensive than the Black Mouth Cur.
The charts below show the price distribution for the Black Mouth Cur and Catahoula Bulldog. For different price points, the charts show how many Black Mouth Cur puppies or how many Catahoula Bulldog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Black Mouth Curs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Bulldogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Black Mouth Cur 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: Black Mouth Cur versus Catahoula Bulldog
Black Mouth Curs do not like to be left alone.
Catahoula Bulldogs can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Black Mouth Curs shed more than Catahoula Bulldogs?
Black Mouth Curs shed moderately.
Catahoula Bulldogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Black Mouth Cur or the Catahoula Bulldog
Black Mouth Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Catahoula Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Black Mouth Cur or the Catahoula Bulldog?
Black Mouth Curs are very easy to groom.
Catahoula Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Does the Black Mouth Cur Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Catahoula Bulldog?
Black Mouth Curs 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 Black Mouth Curs Bark and Howl? What about Catahoula Bulldogs?
Black Mouth Curs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Catahoula Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Black Mouth Curs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Black Mouth Curs can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Catahoula Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Black Mouth Cur vs. Catahoula Bulldog
Black Mouth Curs 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 Black Mouth Curs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Black Mouth Curs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Catahoula Bulldogs can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Black Mouth Cur or the Catahoula Bulldog?
Black Mouth Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Catahoula Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Black Mouth Curs good family dogs? What about Catahoula Bulldogs?
Black Mouth Curs 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 Black Mouth Curs and Catahoula Bulldogs?
Black Mouth Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Catahoula Bulldogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Black Mouth Cur Easier to Train than the Catahoula Bulldog?
Black Mouth Curs are fairly easy to train.
Catahoula Bulldogs are not easy to train.
Is the Black Mouth Cur Better for Apartment Owners than the Catahoula Bulldog?
Black Mouth Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Catahoula Bulldogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Black Mouth Cur or the Catahoula Bulldog?
Black Mouth Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Catahoula Bulldogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur and the Catahoula Bulldog better suits you and your family.