Is the Catahoula Bulldog Better than the Finnish Lapphund as a Pet? Answer…

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Catahoula Bulldog Versus Finnish Lapphund: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund. 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 Finnish Lapphund.

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 Finnish Lapphund

Catahoula Bulldog versus Finnish Lapphund: Overview

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

Catahoula Bulldog versus Finnish Lapphund: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Catahoula Bulldog to the Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Height 24 to 26 inches 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Weight 75 to 100 pounds 33 to 53 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $700 No Data
Price Range $500 – $850 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
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    *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 Finnish Lapphund. 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 Finnish Lapphund is 84 out of 125.

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

    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 Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund

    Below is a list of where the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund are most different:

  • Catahoula Bulldogs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Finnish Lapphunds adapt well to apartment living.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Finnish Lapphunds are good for new dog owners.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Finnish Lapphunds can tolerate cold weather.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Finnish Lapphunds are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs. However, Finnish Lapphunds get along well with other dogs.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs are not easy to train. However, Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to train.
  • Catahoula Bulldogs can tolerate hot weather. However, Finnish Lapphunds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    • The Similarities Between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund

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

  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund are very playful.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Catahoula Bulldog versus Finnish Lapphund

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Catahoula Bulldog and the Finnish Lapphund.

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

    On the other hand, Finnish Lapphunds weigh 33 to 53 pounds when fully grown. Finnish Lapphunds are 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Is the Catahoula Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Finnish Lapphund?

    Catahoula Bulldogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Finnish Lapphunds adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Finnish Lapphunds are very good for new dog owners.

    Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Finnish Lapphunds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Do Catahoula Bulldogs shed more than Finnish Lapphunds?

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

    Finnish Lapphunds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Finnish Lapphund

    Catahoula Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Finnish Lapphunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Catahoula Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Finnish Lapphunds get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the Catahoula Bulldog Easier to Train than the Finnish Lapphund?

    Catahoula Bulldogs are not easy to train.

    Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Catahoula Bulldog versus Finnish Lapphund

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

    Finnish Lapphunds do not like to be left alone.

    How Kid-friendly are Catahoula Bulldogs and Finnish Lapphunds?

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

    Finnish Lapphunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Do Catahoula Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Finnish Lapphunds?

    Catahoula Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Finnish Lapphunds bark and howl, but not very much.

    Wanderlust Potential: Catahoula Bulldog vs. Finnish Lapphund

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

    Finnish Lapphunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Are Catahoula Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Finnish Lapphunds?

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

    Finnish Lapphunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Can Catahoula Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Catahoula Bulldogs can tolerate hot weather.

    Finnish Lapphunds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Catahoula Bulldog or the Finnish Lapphund?

    Catahoula Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Catahoula Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Finnish Lapphund?

    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.

    Finnish Lapphunds 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.

    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 Finnish Lapphund vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Fila Brasileiro (75 percent match with Catahoula Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Finnish Lapphund vs Fila Brasileiro.
  • Mountain Cur (73 percent match with Catahoula Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Finnish Lapphund vs Mountain Cur.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Lapphund

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund:

  • American Eskimo Dog (79 percent match with Finnish Lapphund). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs American Eskimo Dog.
  • Bearded Collie (80 percent match with Finnish Lapphund). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs Bearded Collie.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (79 percent match with Finnish Lapphund). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Jack Russell Terrier (80 percent match with Finnish Lapphund). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Bulldog vs Jack Russell Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Catahoula Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Catahoula Bulldog versus Bullmastiff     Catahoula Bulldog versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Catahoula Bulldog versus Belgian Tervuren     Catahoula Bulldog versus Affenpinscher     Catahoula Bulldog versus Dogo Argentino     Catahoula Bulldog versus Miniature Poodle     Catahoula Bulldog versus Finnish Lapphund     Catahoula Bulldog versus Australian Kelpie     Catahoula Bulldog versus Peek A Poo     Catahoula Bulldog versus Afghan Hound     

    Finnish Lapphund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Finnish Lapphund versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Finnish Lapphund versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Finnish Lapphund versus Goldendoodle     Finnish Lapphund versus Cairn Terrier     Finnish Lapphund versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Finnish Lapphund versus Bolognese     Finnish Lapphund versus Chihuahua     Finnish Lapphund versus Pomeranian     Finnish Lapphund versus Manchester Terrier     Finnish Lapphund versus Boxerdoodle     

    Conclusion: Catahoula Bulldog versus Finnish Lapphund. 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 Finnish Lapphund better suits you and your family.