Great Pyrenees vs Catahoula Leopard Dog

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

Great Pyrenees vs Catahoula Leopard Dog
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
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General Details
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
25-32 Inches
20-26 Inches
Weight
85-160 Pounds
50-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Origin Country
Spain
United States
Origin Year
-3000 BC
1600 AD
Temperament
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
0-85 °F
50-100 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Energy Level
Low to Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
Medium to High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Great Pyrenees
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Breed Colors
White
White
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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