A Detailed Comparison of the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog.

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Braque du Bourbonnais Versus Catahoula Bulldog: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Braque du Bourbonnais 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 Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Braque du Bourbonnais 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 Braque du Bourbonnais 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Braque du Bourbonnais 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 Braque du Bourbonnais or the Catahoula Bulldog

Braque du Bourbonnais versus Catahoula Bulldog: Overview

A very important difference between the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Braque du Bourbonnais is a medium-sized dog while the Catahoula Bulldog is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Braque du Bourbonnais 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.

Braque du Bourbonnais versus Catahoula Bulldog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Braque du Bourbonnais 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.

Factor Braque du Bourbonnais Catahoula Bulldog
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years. 10 to 14 years
Height 18 to 23 inches. 24 to 26 inches
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Weight 35 to 55 pounds. 75 to 100 pounds
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 1/5
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
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1000 $700
Price Range $1000 – $1000 $500 – $850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Braque du Bourbonnais 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 a Braque du Bourbonnais is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Catahoula Bulldog is 68 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Braque du Bourbonnais is a better pet than the Catahoula Bulldog. So, you should get the Braque du Bourbonnais!

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 Braque du Bourbonnais 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 Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog

Below is a list of where the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog are most different:

  • Braque du Bourbonnaiss 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.
  • Braque du Bourbonnaiss are very friendly towards strangers. However, Catahoula Bulldogs are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog

    The Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog are most similar:

  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Braque du Bourbonnais versus Catahoula Bulldog

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog.

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss weigh 35 to 55 pounds. when fully grown. Braque du Bourbonnaiss are 18 to 23 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.

    Price of Braque du Bourbonnais versus Price of Catahoula Bulldog

    The average price of the Braque du Bourbonnais puppy is $1000. The price of the Braque du Bourbonnais typically ranges from $1000 – $1000. However, the price of a Braque du Bourbonnais can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2 Braque du Bourbonnais puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    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 collecting and reviewing the prices of 44 Catahoula Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Braque du Bourbonnais is more expensive than the Catahoula Bulldog.

    Braque du Bourbonnais Catahoula Bulldog
    Average Price $1000 $700
    Price Range $1000 to $1000 $500 to $850

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Braque du Bourbonnaiss. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Braque du Bourbonnaiss. 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 Braque du Bourbonnais 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Is the Braque du Bourbonnais Better for Apartment Owners than the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Catahoula Bulldogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which one drools more, the Braque du Bourbonnais or the Catahoula Bulldog

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Catahoula Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Braque du Bourbonnais versus Catahoula Bulldog

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss do not like to be left alone.

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

    Can Braque du Bourbonnaiss Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

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

    Do Braque du Bourbonnaiss shed more than Catahoula Bulldogs?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Braque du Bourbonnais vs. Catahoula Bulldog

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Braque du Bourbonnais or the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss are OK for new dog owners.

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

    Can Braque du Bourbonnaiss Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Catahoula Bulldogs can tolerate hot weather.

    Do Braque du Bourbonnaiss Bark and Howl? What about Catahoula Bulldogs?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss bark and howl, but not very much.

    Catahoula Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.

    How Kid-friendly are Braque du Bourbonnaiss and Catahoula Bulldogs?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Braque du Bourbonnais or the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss get along very well with other dogs.

    Catahoula Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Braque du Bourbonnais or the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss are very easy to groom.

    Catahoula Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Is the Braque du Bourbonnais Easier to Train than the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss are very easy to train.

    Catahoula Bulldogs are not easy to train.

    Does the Braque du Bourbonnais Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Catahoula Bulldog?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss 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.

    Are Braque du Bourbonnaiss good family dogs? What about Catahoula Bulldogs?

    Braque du Bourbonnaiss are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Braque du Bourbonnais

    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:

  • Dogo Argentino (76 percent match with Catahoula Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Braque du Bourbonnais vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Fila Brasileiro (75 percent match with Catahoula Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Braque du Bourbonnais vs Fila Brasileiro.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Catahoula Bulldog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Braque du Bourbonnais 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 Braque du Bourbonnais:

  • Black Mouth Cur (77 percent match with Braque du Bourbonnais). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Braque du Bourbonnais). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs French Spaniel.
  • Sloughi (75 percent match with Braque du Bourbonnais). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs Sloughi.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Braque du Bourbonnais and how the Catahoula Bulldog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Braque du Bourbonnais and of the Catahoula Bulldog to other breeds:

    Braque du Bourbonnais Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Braque du Bourbonnais versus Boykin Spaniel     Braque du Bourbonnais versus Boston Terrier     Braque du Bourbonnais versus Pomeranian     Braque du Bourbonnais versus Shihpoo     Braque du Bourbonnais versus Field Spaniel     Braque du Bourbonnais versus American Foxhound     Braque du Bourbonnais versus Irish Wolfhound     Braque du Bourbonnais versus English Toy Spaniel     Braque du Bourbonnais versus Biewer Terrier     Braque du Bourbonnais versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     

    Catahoula Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Catahoula Bulldog versus Bearded Collie     Catahoula Bulldog versus Norwegian Buhund     Catahoula Bulldog versus Schnoodle     Catahoula Bulldog versus American Foxhound     Catahoula Bulldog versus Gordon Setter     Catahoula Bulldog versus Bloodhound     Catahoula Bulldog versus Bulldog     Catahoula Bulldog versus Belgian Sheepdog     Catahoula Bulldog versus Lowchen     Catahoula Bulldog versus Lancashire Heeler     

    Conclusion: Braque du Bourbonnais 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 Braque du Bourbonnais and the Catahoula Bulldog better suits you and your family.