| We begin this article with the basic facts about | | | | good doghouse. If possible a doghouse with an |
| the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at | | | | entrance and a turn in their sleeping station. These |
| their personality. | | | | dogs only have a single coat and are therefore |
| Group: Herding | | | | not ideal for cold weather conditions. |
| Weight: Males: 70-80, Females: 55-65 lbs | | | | Care |
| Height: Males: 22-26, Females: 20-24 inches | | | | The Catahoula is a very low maintenance dog |
| Overview | | | | that can get away with the minimum amount of |
| It is believed that the Catahoula Leopard Dog | | | | grooming. It is advised to not bathe these dogs |
| descended from dogs that were used in war such | | | | too often, and only when it is really needed. |
| as the Mastiff and Greyhound. The Catahoula | | | | Brushing them once a week should also be |
| Leopard Dog is seen as an ultimate working dog | | | | enough. The nails of the Catahoula should ne |
| that is also very adaptable. This breed does very | | | | trimmed frequently, and their teeth should also be |
| well as cattle herders and wild game hunters. The | | | | clean. |
| Catahoula Leopard Dog also became the State | | | | Training |
| dog of Louisiana in 1979. | | | | In general, the Catahoula Leopard dog is secure, |
| Temperament | | | | focussed and dominant. This breed needs a |
| Catahoula Leopard Dogs are independent and also | | | | strong owner that shows their dominance early |
| very distrustful dogs. This is a loving dog that is | | | | on and that is also actively involved with the dog. |
| very fond of its family, but a bit suspicious of | | | | It is vital that these dogs receive obedience |
| strangers. This dog is not ideal for the family that | | | | training when they are still puppies. Trainers should |
| are not willing to spend enough time with their | | | | always conduct the training for these dogs in a |
| dogs. The right, experienced owner will enjoy this | | | | fair manner that is at the same time fair. This |
| although they are protective and fairly dominant. | | | | breed is rather affectionate with its master, but is |
| With the Catahoula the owner needs to establish | | | | definitely not recommended for the inexperienced |
| his dominance early on. These dogs should not be | | | | dog owner. |
| kept outside if it is very cold, but rather inside a | | | | |