Catahoula Leopard Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs American Hairless Terrier – Which one is a better dog breed for you?
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Compare Catahoula Leopard Dog and German Wirehaired Pointer. Which is better: Catahoula Leopard Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or American Hairless Terrier?
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| Name | Catahoula Leopard Dog | German Wirehaired Pointer | American Hairless Terrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origins |  United States |  Germany | United States |
| Group | Working Dogs | Gun Dog | Hunting Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 393 | 62 | 126 |
| Reviews | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Rate |
| Other Names | Catahoula Hog Dog, Catahoula Cur, Catahoula Hound | Deutscher Drahthaariger, Vorstehund, German Pointer (Wirehaired), Drahthaar | AHT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
| AKC Group | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Terrier breed. |
| FCI Group | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. | Not recognized by FCI. |
| Breed Recognition | 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 set | No set |
| Price | $300-$500 | $500-$600 | $300-$500 |
General Appearance - Catahoula Leopard Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs American Hairless Terrier
| Size | Large Medium | Medium | Small |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 55-80 pounds (16-37 kg) | 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) | 5-16 pounds (2.5-7 kg) |
| Avg. Weight | 67.5 pounds (26.5 kg) | 65 pounds (29.5 kg) | 10.5 pounds (2.6 kg) |
| Height | Male: 22-26 inches (56-58 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) | Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm) | 7-16 inches (18-41 cm) |
| Avg. Height | Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) | Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm) | 11.5 inches (29.5 cm) |
Hair & Care - Catahoula Leopard Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs American Hairless Terrier
| Coat | Smooth | Wiry | Hairless |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colors | Blue Brown Red Tricolor Tan Brindle Gray Silver Black | Liver White | Spotted Speckled White Black |
| Grooming | Effortless: The Catahoula Leopard Dog requires minimal grooming. | Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. | Advanced: The American Hairless Terrier requires a lot of grooming. |
| Shedding Level | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are low shedders. | German Wirehaired Pointers shed moderately. | American Hairless Terriers shed none to minimal. |
Characteristics - Catahoula Leopard Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs American Hairless Terrier
| Temperament | Alert Energetic Independent Loving Protective Courageous Gentle Intelligent Loyal | Active Friendly Loyal Responsive Affectionate Intelligent Willful | Alert Loving Inquisitive Lively Intelligent Playful |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Rank | Average: Catahoula Leopard Dog's has average obedience intelligence. | Average: German Wirehaired Pointer's has average obedience intelligence. | Average: American Hairless Terrier's has average obedience intelligence. |
| Trainability | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are quite easy to train. | German Wirehaired Pointers are easy to train. | American Hairless Terriers are easy to train. |
| Playfulness | Catahoula Leopard Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. | The American Hairless Terrier is a highly playful breed. |
| Sensitivity Level | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
| Affection Level | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | German Wirehaired Pointers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | American Hairless Terriers are highly affectionate dogs. |
| Social Needs | Catahoula Leopard Dogs need for social interaction is average. | German Wirehaired Pointers need for social interaction is average. | American Hairless Terriers are a social breed. |
| Barking | Low to Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog rarely barks. | Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The American Hairless Terrier rarely barks. |
| Watchdog Ability | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | German Wirehaired Pointers are one of the best watchdogs. | American Hairless Terriers are average watchdogs. |
| Territorial | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | German Wirehaired Pointers strongly protect their territory. | American Hairless Terriers strongly protect their territory. |
| Biting Potential |
Low The Catahoula Leopard Dog has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The American Hairless Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Mouthiness | Catahoula Leopard Dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | German Wirehaired Pointers have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | American Hairless Terriers have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam | Catahoula Leopard Dogs have average wanderlust potential. | German Wirehaired Pointers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | American Hairless Terriers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
| Prey Drive | Catahoula Leopard Dogs don't have an impulse to catch or chase small animals. | German Wirehaired Pointers have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | American Hairless Terriers have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
| Apartment Friendly | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not apartment-friendly dogs. | German Wirehaired Pointers are not apartment-friendly dogs. | American Hairless Terriers are apartment-friendly dogs. |
| Adaptability | Catahoula Leopard Dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | German Wirehaired Pointers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | American Hairless Terriers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
| Tolerates Being Left Alone | 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. | American Hairless Terriers 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. |
| 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. |
Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Good With - Catahoula Leopard Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs American Hairless Terrier
| Stranger Friendly | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the most stranger friendly dogs. | German Wirehaired Pointers are stranger friendly dogs. | American Hairless Terriers are average friendly towards strangers. |
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| Child Friendly | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | German Wirehaired Pointers are average friendly dogs towards children. | American Hairless Terriers are kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are average friendly towards cats. | German Wirehaired Pointers are not cat-friendly dogs. | American Hairless Terriers are average friendly towards cats. |
| Dog Friendly | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | German Wirehaired Pointers are very dog-friendly dogs. | American Hairless Terriers are average friendly towards other dogs. |
| Office Friendly |
No Catahoula Leopard Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No German Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No American Hairless Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people. | German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people. | American Hairless Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
| Pet Friendly | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are generally with other pets. | German Wirehaired Pointers do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | American Hairless Terriers are generally with other pets. |
| Good For First Time Owners |
Yes Catahoula Leopard Dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No German Wirehaired Pointers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
No American Hairless Terriers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
| Service Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as 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 |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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 |
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. |
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. |
| Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) |
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. |
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. |
| Boat Dog |
Not really Catahoula Leopard Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Not really German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Not really American Hairless Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| 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. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Health Factors - Catahoula Leopard Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs American Hairless Terrier
| Health Issues | The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds. | The American Hairless Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Problems | Bloat Deafness Hip Dysplasia | No set | No set |
| Life Expectancy | 11-13 years | 12-14 years | 14-16 years |
| Hypoallergenic | No | No | No |
| Energy Level | Catahoula Leopard Dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | German Wirehaired Pointers are high energy dogs. | American Hairless Terriers have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
| Exercise Need | Catahoula Leopard Dogs need a lot of exercises. | German Wirehaired Pointers need a lot of exercises. | American Hairless Terriers exercise need is minimal. |
| Sleeping Need | Catahoula Leopard Dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping. | German Wirehaired Pointers don't need too much sleep. | American Hairless Terriers sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed. |
| Avg. daily food consumption | 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
| Weight Gain Potential | Average. | Average. | Low to Average. |
| Weather & Climate | Tolerates warm and cold weather. | Tolerates warm and cold weather. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions |
| Stinkiness |
Medium The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an average chance of bad smell. |
Medium The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell. |
Medium The American Hairless Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling tendency | The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. | The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example for low drooling tendency. | The American Hairless Terrier is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. |
Reproducibility - Catahoula Leopard Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs American Hairless Terrier
| Gestation Length | 60-64 days | 60-64 days | 60-64 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| How often can the have a litter? |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
| Litter Size | 8-12 puppies | 6-10 puppies | 3-5 puppies |
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