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Name	Catahoula Leopard Dog	Plott Hound	Bracco Italiano
Origins	United States	United States	Italy
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Catahoula Cur Catahoula Hound Catahoula Hog Dog	Plott Plotthund	Bracco Italian Pointing Dog Italian Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Which is the smallest dog, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	Large Medium	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Plott Hound? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano weight comparison:	55-80 pounds (16-37 kg)	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	25–40 kg (55–88 lb)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	67.5 pounds (26.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	25–40 kg (55–88 lb)
Height Which is taller, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano height comparison:	Male: 22-26 inches (56-58 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm)

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$300-$500	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano trainability comparison.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Energetic Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Playful Stubborn Affectionate Loyal Trainable Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano?	Average to High: Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Bracco Italiano dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano social needs comparison:	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano playfulness comparison:	Average: Catahoula Leopard Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bracco Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano?	Low to Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Bracco Italiano barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Catahoula Leopard Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bracco Italiano indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Bracco Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	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.	Bracco Italiano dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Catahoula Leopard Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bracco Italiano bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bracco Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano mouthiness comparison:	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano health comparison. Which is the healthier: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano?	The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Bracco Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Deafness	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Umbilical Hernias Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion Kidney Issues Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Catahoula Leopard Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Bracco Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano lifespan comparison. How long do Catahoula Leopard Dog, Plott Hound and Bracco Italiano breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dog: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Bracco Italiano: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano energy level comparison:	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Plott Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bracco Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Plott Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bracco Italiano dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Plott Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bracco Italiano dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bracco Italiano has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano coat comparison:	Smooth	Fine	Dense Shiny
Colors What are the original Catahoula Leopard Dog, Plott Hound and Bracco Italiano color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Silver Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	White Orange Amber Chestnut Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Catahoula Leopard Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bracco Italiano doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or {name3 shedding:	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are low shedders. See more.	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano?	Medium ⏺ The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bracco Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Plott Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Bracco Italiano is an average drooler. See more.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Plott Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bracco Italiano dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Which dog is more friendly?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bracco Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bracco Italiano dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano?	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano?	Yes Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bracco Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Catahoula Leopard Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Plott Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bracco Italiano is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Plott Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bracco Italianos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Catahoula Leopard Dog or Plott Hound or Bracco Italiano? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano?	Not really Catahoula Leopard Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bracco Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Catahoula Leopard Dog and Plott Hound and Bracco Italiano have?	8-12 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Plott Hound vs Bracco Italiano Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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	No data available	Federation Cynologique Internationale United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association

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