Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Kangal Dog

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Kangal Dog
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
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General Details
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
20-26 Inches
28-34 Inches
Weight
50-100 Pounds
85-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Origin Country
United States
Turkey
Origin Year
1600 AD
700 AD
Temperament
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-100 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Fatty tumors
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Kangal Dog
Breed Colors
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