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- Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus Havanese: Introduction
- Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese: Overview
- Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese
- The Similarities Between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese
- Lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese
- Temperament of the Havanese Versus the Catahoula Leopard Dog
- Price of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Price of Havanese
- Adopting the Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Adopting the Havanese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese
- Do Catahoula Leopard Dogs shed more than Havaneses?
- Which one drools more, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Havanese
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Havanese?
- Does the Catahoula Leopard Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Havanese?
- Do Catahoula Leopard Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Havaneses?
- Can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs. Havanese
- Can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Havanese?
- Are Catahoula Leopard Dogs good family dogs? What about Havaneses?
- How Kid-friendly are Catahoula Leopard Dogs and Havaneses?
- Is the Catahoula Leopard Dog Easier to Train than the Havanese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Catahoula Leopard Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus Havanese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese? 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese 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 Havanese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese 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 Havanese. 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese.
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 Havanese.
Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese: Overview
A very important difference between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a large-sized dog while the Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Leopard Dog versus Havanese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Catahoula Leopard Dog to the Havanese 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese
| Factor | Catahoula Leopard Dog | Havanese |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 20 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 90 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $650 | $2180 |
| Price Range | $400 – $800 | $1700 – $2750 |
| Temperament Score | 78.6 percent | 81.8 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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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 Havanese. 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Havanese is 91 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Havanese is a better pet than the Catahoula Leopard Dog. So, you should get the Havanese!
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 Havanese 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 Havanese
Below is a list of where the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese
The Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese.
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, Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese
The lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dogs is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.
Havaneses live longer than Catahoula Leopard Dogs.
Temperament of the Havanese Versus the Catahoula Leopard Dog
The Havanese has a better temperament than the Catahoula Leopard Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Havanese is 81.8 percent while the temperament score for the Catahoula Leopard Dog is 78.6 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 78.6 percent, the Catahoula Leopard Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 81.8 percent, the Havanese has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Havanese by measuring the temperaments of 14 Catahoula Leopard Dogs and 11 Havaneses.
Price of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Price of Havanese
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 Havanese puppy is $2180. The price of the Havanese typically ranges from $1700 – $2750. However, the price of the Havanese can be as low as $600 and as high as $4550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 647 Havanese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Havanese is more expensive than the Catahoula Leopard Dog.
| Catahoula Leopard Dog | Havanese | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $650 | $2180 |
| Price Range | $400 to $800 | $1700 to $2750 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Catahoula Leopard Dog and Havanese. For different price points, the charts show how many Catahoula Leopard Dog puppies or how many Havanese 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 Havaneses?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Catahoula Leopard Dog puppy or the Havanese 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.
Adopting the Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Adopting the Havanese
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Catahoula Leopard Dogs and many Havaneses are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Catahoula Leopard Dog named Sven that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Catahoula Leopard Dogs like Sven on pefinder.com.
Also, like Catahoula Leopard Dogs, Havaneses are also available for adoption. For example, Ernie is a Male Havanese that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Havaneses like Ernie that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Rooster is the name of another Catahoula Leopard Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Cody is an adorable Male Havanese on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Catahoula Leopard Dogs and Havaneses that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese
Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Havaneses do not like to be left alone.
Do Catahoula Leopard Dogs shed more than Havaneses?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs shed moderately.
Havaneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Havanese
Catahoula Leopard Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Havanese?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs are very easy to groom.
Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Catahoula Leopard Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Havanese?
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.
Havaneses 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.
Do Catahoula Leopard Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Havaneses?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Havaneses are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs. Havanese
Catahoula Leopard Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Havaneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Havanese?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.
Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.
Are Catahoula Leopard Dogs good family dogs? What about Havaneses?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Havaneses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Catahoula Leopard Dogs and Havaneses?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Catahoula Leopard Dog Easier to Train than the Havanese?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not easy to train.
Havaneses are very easy to train.
Is the Catahoula Leopard Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Havanese?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Havanese?
Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.
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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Havanese 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 Havanese:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Catahoula Leopard Dog and how the Havanese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Catahoula Leopard Dog and of the Havanese to other breeds:
Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Havanese versus Saint Berdoodle Havanese versus Irish Setter Havanese versus Samoyed Havanese versus Peek A Poo Havanese versus Miniature Schnauzer Havanese versus Tibetan Spaniel Havanese versus Norfolk Terrier Havanese versus Sloughi Havanese versus Chinese Shar-Pei Havanese versus Bedlington Terrier Havanese versus Shiloh Shepherd Havanese versus Samoyed Havanese versus American Eskimo Dog Havanese versus Border Collie Havanese versus Boxer Havanese versus Pomeranian Havanese versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Havanese versus Lhasa Apso Havanese versus Newfoundland Havanese versus Peek A Poo Havanese versus Stabyhoun Havanese versus Chinese Shar-Pei Havanese versus German Longhaired Pointer Havanese versus Black and Tan Coonhound Havanese versus Affenhuahua
Conclusion: Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Havanese. 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 Havanese better suits you and your family.