Which is Better between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear? A Very Detailed Review.

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Catahoula Bulldog Versus Coton de Tulear: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear. 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 Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear.

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 Coton de Tulear

Catahoula Bulldog versus Coton de Tulear: Overview

A very important difference between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Catahoula Bulldog is a large-sized dog while the Coton de Tulear is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Catahoula Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Coton de Tulear 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.

Catahoula Bulldog versus Coton de Tulear: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Catahoula Bulldog to the Coton de Tulear 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 Catahoula Bulldog Coton de Tulear
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 14 to 16 years
Easygoing 4/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Height 24 to 26 inches 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Weight 75 to 100 pounds 8 to 13 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 15.0 years
Average Price $700 $2060
Price Range $500 – $850 $1745 – $2500
Temperament Score
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Exam
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    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 Coton de Tulear. 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 Catahoula Bulldog is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Coton de Tulear is 94 out of 125.

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

    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 Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear

    Below is a list of where the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear are most different:

  • Catahoula Bulldogs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Coton de Tulears adapt well to apartment living.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Coton de Tulears are good for new dog owners.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Coton de Tulears are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs are not very sensitive to their enviroment. They can tolerate noisy environments. They are also not very sensitive to the tone of your voice, firm or gentle. However, Coton de Tulears are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs. However, Coton de Tulears get along well with other dogs.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs are very easy to groom. However, Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Coton de Tulears have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Coton de Tulears do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • The Similarities Between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear

    The Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear are most similar:

  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear are not easy to train.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Catahoula Bulldog versus Coton de Tulear

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Coton de Tulear.

    Catahoula Bulldogs weigh 75 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Catahoula Bulldogs are 24 to 26 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Coton de Tulears weigh 8 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Coton de Tulears are 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Price of Catahoula Bulldog versus Price of Coton de Tulear

    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 Coton de Tulear puppy is $2060. The price of the Coton de Tulear typically ranges from $1745 – $2500. However, the price of a Coton de Tulear can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 127 Coton de Tulear puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Coton de Tulear is more expensive than the Catahoula Bulldog.

    Catahoula Bulldog Coton de Tulear
    Average Price $700 $2060
    Price Range $500 to $850 $1745 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Catahoula Bulldog and Coton de Tulear. For different price points, the charts show how many Catahoula Bulldog puppies or how many Coton de Tulear 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 Catahoula Bulldogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Coton de Tulears

    A breakdown of the prices of Coton de Tulears

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Catahoula Bulldog puppy or the Coton de Tulear 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 Catahoula Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Coton de Tulear?

    Catahoula Bulldogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Coton de Tulear?

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

    Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.

    Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Do Catahoula Bulldogs shed more than Coton de Tulears?

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

    Coton de Tulears do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Coton de Tulear

    Catahoula Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Coton de Tulear?

    Catahoula Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the Catahoula Bulldog Easier to Train than the Coton de Tulear?

    Catahoula Bulldogs are not easy to train.

    Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Catahoula Bulldog versus Coton de Tulear

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

    Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.

    How Kid-friendly are Catahoula Bulldogs and Coton de Tulears?

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

    Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Do Catahoula Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Coton de Tulears?

    Catahoula Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Coton de Tulears are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Catahoula Bulldog vs. Coton de Tulear

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

    Coton de Tulears have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Are Catahoula Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Coton de Tulears?

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

    Coton de Tulears are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Catahoula Bulldogs can tolerate hot weather.

    Coton de Tulears can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Coton de Tulear?

    Catahoula Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Catahoula Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Coton de Tulear?

    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.

    Coton de Tulears 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.

    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:

  • Dogo Argentino (76 percent match with Catahoula Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Fila Brasileiro (75 percent match with Catahoula Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Fila Brasileiro.
  • Mountain Cur (73 percent match with Catahoula Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Mountain Cur.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Cavachon (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs Cavachon.
  • Shichon (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs Shichon.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Catahoula Bulldog and how the Coton de Tulear compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog and of the Coton de Tulear to other breeds:

    Catahoula Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Catahoula Bulldog versus Italian Greyhound     Catahoula Bulldog versus French Bulldog     Catahoula Bulldog versus Schnoodle     Catahoula Bulldog versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Catahoula Bulldog versus Newfoundland     Catahoula Bulldog versus Westiepoo     Catahoula Bulldog versus Chihuahua     Catahoula Bulldog versus American Eskimo Dog     Catahoula Bulldog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Catahoula Bulldog versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     

    Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Coton de Tulear versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Coton de Tulear versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Coton de Tulear versus Brussels Griffon     Coton de Tulear versus Yorkipoo     Coton de Tulear versus French Bulldog     Coton de Tulear versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Coton de Tulear versus Samoyed     Coton de Tulear versus Swedish Vallhund     Coton de Tulear versus Norwich Terrier     Coton de Tulear versus Vizsla     

    Conclusion: Catahoula Bulldog versus Coton de Tulear. 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 Coton de Tulear better suits you and your family.