Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Fila Brasileiro

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Fila Brasileiro
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
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General Details
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
9-11 Years
Height
20-26 Inches
24-30 Inches
Weight
50-100 Pounds
90-160 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Origin Country
United States
Brazil
Origin Year
1600 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-100 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
Very High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Aggression
Below Average
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
9-11 Years
Health Concerns
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Fila Brasileiro
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
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
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