Breed Comparison: Bulldog Versus Catahoula Leopard Dog

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Bulldog Versus Catahoula Leopard Dog: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog 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 Bulldog and for the Catahoula Leopard Dog. 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 Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog.

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

Bulldog versus Catahoula Leopard Dog: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Bulldog 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 Leopard Dog belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Bulldog versus Catahoula Leopard Dog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bulldog to the Catahoula Leopard Dog 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 Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog

Factor Bulldog Catahoula Leopard Dog
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 3/5
Height 12 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder 20 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder
Dog Friendly 2/5 1/5
Intelligence 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 2/5
Weight 40 to 50 pounds 50 to 90 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 10 to 14 years
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $4220 $580
Price Range $3000 – $4500 $350 – $700
Temperament Score 71.6 percent 78.6 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • approved laboratory
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • HYPERURICOSURIA
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Tracheal Hypoplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog. 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 Bulldog is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Catahoula Leopard Dog is 70 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog

    Below is a list of where the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are most different:

    • Bulldogs are good for new dog owners. However, Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Bulldogs adapt well to apartment living. However, Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Bulldogs are very friendly towards strangers. However, Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Bulldogs have a very high tendency to drool. However, Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not have the tendency to drool.

    The Similarities Between the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog

    The Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are most similar:

    • Both the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog do not get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog not very intelligent.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are very easy to groom.

    Size Comparison of Bulldog versus Catahoula Leopard Dog

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog.

    Bulldogs weigh 40 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Bulldogs are 12 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Catahoula Leopard Dogs weigh 50 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Catahoula Leopard Dogs are 20 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bulldog versus Catahoula Leopard Dog

    The lifespan of Bulldogs is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Bulldogs is 10.0 years.

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

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs live longer than Bulldogs.

    Temperament of the Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus the Bulldog

    The Catahoula Leopard Dog has a better temperament than the Bulldog.

    This is because the temperament score for the Catahoula Leopard Dog is 78.6 percent while the temperament score for the Bulldog is 71.6 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 71.6 percent, the Bulldog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 78.6 percent, the Catahoula Leopard Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog by measuring the temperaments of 141 Bulldogs and 14 Catahoula Leopard Dogs.

    Price of Bulldog versus Price of Catahoula Leopard Dog

    The average price of the Bulldog puppy is $4220. The price of the Bulldog typically ranges from $3000 – $4500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 595 Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Catahoula Leopard Dog puppy is $580. The price of the Catahoula Leopard Dog typically ranges from $350 – $700. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 137 Catahoula Leopard Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bulldog is more expensive than the Catahoula Leopard Dog.

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Bulldogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bulldogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Leopard Dogs

    A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Leopard Dogs

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

    Bulldogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bulldogs shed more than Catahoula Leopard Dogs?

    Bulldogs shed moderately.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Bulldog or the Catahoula Leopard Dog

    Bulldogs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bulldog or the Catahoula Leopard Dog?

    Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Catahoula Leopard Dog?

    Bulldogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Catahoula Leopard Dogs?

    Bulldogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bulldog vs. Catahoula Leopard Dog

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

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

    Can Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bulldog or the Catahoula Leopard Dog?

    Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Catahoula Leopard Dogs?

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

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bulldogs and Catahoula Leopard Dogs?

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

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

    Is the Bulldog Easier to Train than the Catahoula Leopard Dog?

    Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not easy to train.

    Is the Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Catahoula Leopard Dog?

    Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bulldog or the Catahoula Leopard Dog?

    Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bulldog versus Catahoula Leopard Dog. 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 Bulldog and the Catahoula Leopard Dog better suits you and your family.