Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Comparison – Which dog is better Catahoula Hog Dog or Cú Faoil?

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Name	Catahoula Leopard Dog	Irish Wolfhound
Origins	United States	Ireland
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Catahoula Hog Dog, Catahoula Cur, Catahoula Hound	Cú Faoil
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Irish Wolfhound Club Of America
Price Which is cheaper, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Catahoula Leopard Dog and Irish Wolfhound?	No data available	$1800-$2000
Availability	Average	Very frequent

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound size comparison:	Large Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound weight comparison:	55-80 pounds (16-37 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	67.5 pounds (26.5 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:	Male: 22-26 inches (56-58 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound coat comparison:	Smooth	Wiry Rough
Colors What are the original Catahoula Leopard Dog and Irish Wolfhound color? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound color comparison:	Blue Brown Red Tricolor Tan Brindle Gray Silver Black	Cream Red Wheaten Blue Gray Silver White Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Catahoula Leopard Dog requires minimal grooming.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound shedding:	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are low shedders.	Irish Wolfhounds shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound?	4-6 weeks Average.	8-12 weeks Very rarely.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Energetic Independent Loving Protective Courageous Gentle Intelligent Loyal	Dignified Loyal Sweet Tempered Intelligent Generous Patient Thoughtful
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound smarter? Which is best? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound intelligence:	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Catahoula Leopard Dog.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Irish Wolfhound.
Trainability Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are quite easy to train.	Irish Wolfhounds are quite easy to train.
Playfulness Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound playfulness comparison:	Catahoula Leopard Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.	Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.	Irish Wolfhounds have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are highly affectionate dogs.	Irish Wolfhounds are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:	Catahoula Leopard Dogs need for social interaction is average.	Irish Wolfhounds need for social interaction is average.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	Low to Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog rarely barks.	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are one of the best watchdogs.	Irish Wolfhounds are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.	Irish Wolfhounds can't provide protection for their territory.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Catahoula Leopard Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Above 400 PSI The strongest: Dogs that have a strong bite force are usually quite powerful and large.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound mouthiness comparison:	Catahoula Leopard Dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Irish Wolfhounds have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs have average wanderlust potential.	Irish Wolfhounds have average wanderlust potential.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs don't have an impulse to catch or chase small animals.	Irish Wolfhounds have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound?	Nem lakásbarát kutya Catahoula Leopard Dog.	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Irish Wolfhound kutyafajtát.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Irish Wolfhounds adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Fighting Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the most stranger friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhounds are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhounds are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Wolfhounds are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhounds are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	Yes Catahoula Leopard Dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Wolfhounds are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Catahoula Leopard Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Wolfhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	Not really Catahoula Leopard Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Wolfhounds are generally with other pets.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:	Bloat Deafness Hip Dysplasia	Bloat Dilated Cardiomyopathy Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Hip Dysplasia Liver Shunt Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	Average The Catahoula Leopard Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound lifespan comparison. How long do Catahoula Leopard Dog and Irish Wolfhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Catahoula Leopard Dog and Irish Wolfhound?	11-13 years	6-10 years
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Hypoallergenic Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound energy level comparison:	Catahoula Leopard Dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Irish Wolfhounds have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Wolfhounds have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.	Irish Wolfhounds like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Does the Catahoula Leopard Dog breed eat more than the Irish Wolfhound breed?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	Average.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Irish Wolfhound?	Medium The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?	The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Catahoula Leopard Dog and Irish Wolfhound have? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Irish Wolfhound litter size comparison:	8-12 puppies	3-4 puppies
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