Catahoula Leopard Dog vs English Shepherd

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs English Shepherd
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
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General Details
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
14-16 Years
Height
20-26 Inches
18-23 Inches
Weight
50-100 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1600 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-100 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Catahoula Leopard Dog
English Shepherd
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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