Saint Bernard vs Catahoula Leopard Dog

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Saint Bernard
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
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General Details
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-10 Years
Height
20-26 Inches
25½-27½ Inches
Weight
50-100 Pounds
110-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Origin Country
United States
Switzerland
Origin Year
1600 AD
1695 AD
Temperament
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
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
Above Average
Personality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-100 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Energy Level
High to Very High
Low
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Saint Bernard
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
Brown and White
Brown and White
Mahogany and White
Mahogany and White
Orange and White
Orange and White
Red and White
Red and White
Rust and White
Rust and White
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Orange
White and Orange
White and Red
White and Red
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