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- Border Collie Versus Catahoula Leopard Dog: Introduction
- Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog: Overview
- Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog
- The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog
- Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog
- Lifespan of Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog
- Temperament of the Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus the Border Collie
- Price of Border Collie versus Price of Catahoula Leopard Dog
- Adopting the Border Collie versus Adopting the Catahoula Leopard Dog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog
- Do Border Collies shed more than Catahoula Leopard Dogs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Catahoula Leopard Dog?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Catahoula Leopard Dog?
- Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Catahoula Leopard Dogs?
- Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Catahoula Leopard Dog?
- Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Catahoula Leopard Dog
- How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Catahoula Leopard Dogs?
- Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Catahoula Leopard Dog?
- Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Catahoula Leopard Dogs?
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Catahoula Leopard Dog
- Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Border Collie Versus Catahoula Leopard Dog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Border Collie and for the Catahoula Leopard Dog. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Border Collie or the Catahoula Leopard Dog.
Note that the border collie breed comes in two varieties based on coat texture. There is the smooth-coat border collie and the rough-coat border collie. Read our article on rough-coat border collie versus smooth-coat border collie.
Furthermore, the border collie dog breed is very different from the collie dog breed. Learn about the differences between these two dog breeds in our border collie versus collie article.
Finally, just like the border collie, the collie also comes in two varieties. There is the rough collie and the smooth collie. To learn about the differences and similarities between them, check out our article on rough collie versus smooth collie.
Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog: Overview
A very important difference between the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog while the Catahoula Leopard Dog is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are Herding Dogs. This means both the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Border Collie to the Catahoula Leopard Dog based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog
| Factor | Border Collie | Catahoula Leopard Dog |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 50 to 90 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1000 | $650 |
| Price Range | $600 – $1250 | $400 – $800 |
| Temperament Score | 82.4 percent | 78.6 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Border Collie in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Catahoula Leopard Dog. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Border Collie is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Catahoula Leopard Dog is 70 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Border Collie is a better pet than the Catahoula Leopard Dog. So, you should get a Border Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog
Below is a list of where the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog
The Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog.
The Border Collie weighs 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. The Border Collie is 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Catahoula Leopard Dog weighs 50 to 90 pounds when fully grown. The Catahoula Leopard Dog is 20 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Here is our article on Border Collie size, Border Collie growth, and Border Collie weight.
Lifespan of Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog
The lifespan of the Border Collie is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Border Collie is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Catahoula Leopard Dog is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Catahoula Leopard Dog is 12.0 years.
The Border Collie lives longer than the Catahoula Leopard Dog.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie lifespan and how long Border Collie live.
Temperament of the Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus the Border Collie
The Border Collie has a better temperament than the Catahoula Leopard Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Border Collie is 82.4 percent while the temperament score for the Catahoula Leopard Dog is 78.6 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 82.4 percent, the Border Collie has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 78.6 percent, the Catahoula Leopard Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog by measuring the temperaments of 312 Border Collies and 14 Catahoula Leopard Dogs.
Price of Border Collie versus Price of Catahoula Leopard Dog
The average price of the Border Collie puppy is $1000. The price of the Border Collie typically ranges from $600 – $1250. However, the price of a Border Collie can be as low as $100 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1009 Border Collie puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Catahoula Leopard Dog puppy is $650. The price of the Catahoula Leopard Dog typically ranges from $400 – $800. However, the price of the Catahoula Leopard Dog can be as low as $100 and as high as $1650. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 247 Catahoula Leopard Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Border Collie is more expensive than the Catahoula Leopard Dog.
| Border Collie | Catahoula Leopard Dog | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1000 | $650 |
| Price Range | $600 to $1250 | $400 to $800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Border Collie and Catahoula Leopard Dog. For different price points, the charts show how many Border Collie puppies or how many Catahoula Leopard Dog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Border Collies. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Leopard Dogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Border Collie puppy or the Catahoula Leopard Dog puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Go to this article to learn more about Border Collie cost and price.
Check out our list of best Border Collie breeders here
Adopting the Border Collie versus Adopting the Catahoula Leopard Dog
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Border Collies and many Catahoula Leopard Dogs are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Border Collie named Sammy that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Border Collies like Sammy on pefinder.com.
Also, like Border Collies, Catahoula Leopard Dogs are also available for adoption. For example, Ham Bone is a Male Catahoula Leopard Dog that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Catahoula Leopard Dogs like Ham Bone that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Rocky is the name of another Border Collie (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Border Collies and Catahoula Leopard Dogs that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog
Border Collies do not like to be left alone.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Border Collies shed more than Catahoula Leopard Dogs?
Border Collies shed moderately.
Check out our articles to learn more on how to minimize shedding in Border Collies, and on how to groom a Border Collie
Catahoula Leopard Dogs shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Border Collie or the Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Border Collies are moderately easy to groom.
To learn more about how to properly groom a Border Collie, check out our article on how to groom a Border Collie.
Learn more on how to take care of a Border Collie here.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Border Collie or the Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Border Collies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Border Collies good family dogs? What about Catahoula Leopard Dogs?
Border Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Border Collie make a good addition to a family. They love kids and kids love them.
Learn about Border Collie temperament here.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Border Collie Easier to Train than the Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Border Collies are very easy to train.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Border Collie or the Catahoula Leopard Dog
Border Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Border Collies and Catahoula Leopard Dogs?
Border Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Border Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Border Collies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Border Collies Bark and Howl? What about Catahoula Leopard Dogs?
Border Collies are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Border Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Border Collie vs. Catahoula Leopard Dog
Border Collies have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Border Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Border Collies can tolerate hot weather.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Border Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Border Collies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Border Collie or the Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Border Collies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Border Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Border Collie compares to other breeds aside from the Catahoula Leopard Dog. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Border Collie to other breeds:
Border Collie versus Standard Schnauzer Border Collie versus Black and Tan Coonhound Border Collie versus Scottish Terrier Border Collie versus Pyrenean Shepherd Border Collie versus Pekingese Border Collie versus Cockalier Border Collie versus Puli Border Collie versus Peek A Poo Border Collie versus Chinese Shar-Pei Border Collie versus Bull Terrier Border Collie versus BordoodleConclusion: Border Collie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Border Collie and the Catahoula Leopard Dog better suits you and your family.
