Catahoula Bulldog Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Catahoula Bulldog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social

Catahoula Bulldog dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Catahoula Bulldog. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Catahoula Bulldogs are very good watchdogs. They are a vocal breed, and are wary of outsiders, so if someone approaches your home or aims to intrude, the Catahoula Bulldog is going to make sure everyone knows about it.

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Pied

The coat of a Catahoula Bulldog dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A Catahoula Bulldog can have a litter of 7-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Catahoula Bulldog dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Catahoula Bulldog is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Usually Very Healthy

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Allergy Testing

Catahoula Bulldogs are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Catahoula Bulldog have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Catahoula Bulldog dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

The Catahoula Bulldog breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Catahoula Bulldog dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Catahoula Bulldogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Catahoula Bulldog, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Catahoula Bulldogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Catahoula Bulldog is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Catahoula Bulldog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Catahoula Bulldog feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Catahoula Bulldog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Catahoula Bulldog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Catahoula Bulldogs has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Catahoula Bulldog is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

Catahoula Bulldog dogs have average emotions and are adaptable to different situations, not requiring extra care like sensitive breeds do.

It's not recommended to keep the Catahoula Bulldog in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Catahoula Bulldogs living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

Catahoula Bulldogs are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Catahoula Bulldogs are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Catahoula Bulldogs are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Catahoula Bulldogs are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Catahoula Bulldogs are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Catahoula Bulldogs will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

The Catahoula Bulldog is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Catahoula Bulldog is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Catahoula Bulldog dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.