Curly-coated Retriever vs Catahoula Leopard Dog

Compare the Curly-coated Retriever to the Catahoula Leopard Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Curly-coated Retrievers and Catahoula Leopard Dogs.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Curly-Coated Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-12 Years
Height
20-26 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
50-100 Pounds
60-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1600 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-100 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hair Loss
Glycogen storage disease type III
Exercise Induced Collapse
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black and White
Blue
Brindle
Brown
Grey
Red
Tan
Tri-Color
Yellow
Black
Liver
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