• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Catahoula Leopard Dogs: This breed of dog is believed to be descended from mastiffs and greyhounds for herding purposes and hunting large and small quarry
  • They are considered suitable as a family pet  
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Catahoula Leopard Dogs range from 45 - 95 pounds
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 20 - 26 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Catahoula Leopard Dogs and Nicknames:
• Fact 7 - Life of Catahoula Leopard Dogs: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 10 - 12 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Catahoula Leopard Dogs is one of the Unrecognised & Rare Dog Breeds dog breeds
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
  • After 2 years, they are equivalent to a 24 year old
  • After 3 years, they are equivalent to a 30 year old
  • Every year after  add five human years to determine the equivalent age of the dog
• Fact 10 - Choosing Catahoula Leopard Dogs as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are Catahoula Leopard Dogs suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Catahoula Leopard Dogs are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Hip dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints)
  • - Eye Problems
• Fact 12 - Catahoula Leopard Dogs were originally bred to help with various jobs and tasks such as:
  • - Herding
  • - Hunting
• Fact 13 - Breeding Catahoula Leopard Dogs for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Catahoula Leopard Dogs

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