Spinone Italiano vs Catahoula Leopard Dog

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

Spinone Italiano vs Catahoula Leopard Dog
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
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General Details
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
22½-27½ Inches
20-26 Inches
Weight
61-85 Pounds
50-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Origin Country
Italy
United States
Origin Year
-500 BC
1600 AD
Temperament
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
50-100 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
High
Grooming Needs
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low to Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Average Lifespan
9-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cerebellar ataxia
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Deafness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Spinone Italiano
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Breed Colors
Brown Roan
Orange Roan
White
White and Brown
White and Orange
Black
Black and White
Blue
Brindle
Brown
Grey
Red
Tan
Tri-Color
Yellow
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