Which is Better between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Frenchton? A Very Detailed Review.

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Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus Frenchton: Introduction

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

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

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Frenchton: Overview

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

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Frenchton: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Catahoula Leopard Dog to the Frenchton 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 Leopard Dog Frenchton
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Easygoing 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 5/5
Height 20 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder 11 to 14 inches
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Weight 50 to 90 pounds 15 to 25 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $650 $2130
Price Range $400 – $800 $1650 – $2500
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, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Catahoula Leopard Dog 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 Frenchton. 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 Leopard Dog is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Frenchton is 95 out of 125.

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

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

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

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

  • Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Frenchtons adapt well to apartment living.
  • Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Frenchtons are good for new dog owners.
  • Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not get along well with other dogs. However, Frenchtons get along well with other dogs.
  • Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Frenchtons are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Catahoula Leopard Dogs not very playful. However, Frenchtons are very playful.
  • The Similarities Between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Frenchton

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

  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Frenchton have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Frenchton 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.
  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Frenchton do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Frenchton have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Frenchton are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Frenchton are very easy to groom.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Frenchton

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

    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.

    On the other hand, Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Price of Frenchton

    The average price of the Catahoula Leopard Dog puppy is $650. The price of the Catahoula Leopard Dog typically ranges from $400 – $800. However, the price of a Catahoula Leopard Dog can be as low as $100 and as high as $1650. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 247 Catahoula Leopard Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Frenchton is more expensive than the Catahoula Leopard Dog.

    Catahoula Leopard Dog Frenchton
    Average Price $650 $2130
    Price Range $400 to $800 $1650 to $2500

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Leopard Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Leopard Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Catahoula Leopard Dog puppy or the Frenchton 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 Leopard Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Frenchton?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

    Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.

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

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

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

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

    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.

    Frenchtons 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Frenchton

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

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

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not easy to train.

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

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

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

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

    Frenchtons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    How Kid-friendly are Catahoula Leopard Dogs and Frenchtons?

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

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

    Do Catahoula Leopard Dogs shed more than Frenchtons?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs shed moderately.

    Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

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

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Wanderlust Potential: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs. Frenchton

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Catahoula Leopard Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Catahoula Leopard Dog 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 Leopard Dog:

  • Chesapeake Bay Retriever (73 percent match with Catahoula Leopard Dog). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever.
  • Hovawart (78 percent match with Catahoula Leopard Dog). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Hovawart.
  • Boerboel (72 percent match with Catahoula Leopard Dog). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Boerboel.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton

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

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (75 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Japanese Spitz.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Catahoula Leopard Dog and how the Frenchton compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Catahoula Leopard Dog and of the Frenchton to other breeds:

    Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Great Pyrenees     Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Jack Russell Terrier     Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Boxer     Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Pekingese     Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Vizsla     Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Brittany     Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Plott     Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Scottish Deerhound     Catahoula Leopard Dog versus King Shepherd     

    Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Frenchton versus Mountain Cur     Frenchton versus Lhasapoo     Frenchton versus Standard Poodle     Frenchton versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Frenchton versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Frenchton versus Australian Shepherd     Frenchton versus Stabyhoun     Frenchton versus Cavapoo     Frenchton versus Bouvier des Flandres     Frenchton versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     

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