Catahoula Leopard Dog vs African Wild Dog

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs African Wild Dog
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
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General Details
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Wild
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
20-26 Inches
24-30 Inches
Weight
50-100 Pounds
44-66 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Origin Country
United States
Egypt
Origin Year
1600 AD
Unspecified
Temperament
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
None
Family Friendly
Above Average
None
Child Friendly
Average
None
Pet Friendly
Below Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Living Environment
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-100 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Low
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
41 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Above Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Canine distemper
Rabies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Catahoula Leopard Dog
African Wild Dog
Breed Colors
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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