Belgian Malinois vs Catahoula Leopard Dog

Compare the Belgian Malinois to the Catahoula Leopard Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Malinois and Catahoula Leopard Dogs.

Belgian Malinois vs Catahoula Leopard Dog
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
20-26 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
50-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Origin Country
Belgium
United States
Origin Year
1891 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
50-100 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Brown
Brown
Grey
Grey
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
Yellow
Yellow
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