Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Australian Kelpie

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Australian Kelpie
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
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General Details
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
20-26 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
50-100 Pounds
30-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Origin Country
United States
Australia
Origin Year
1600 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-100 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Energy Level
High to Very High
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Australian Kelpie
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
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red and tan
Red and tan
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