Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Crested Cavaliers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Catahoula Bulldogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chinese Crested

Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog and American Bulldog

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Cream

Black
Brown
White
Gray
Pied

Crested Cavaliers have medium-length coats.

Catahoula Bulldogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Crested Cavalier can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Usually Very Healthy

Entropion

None

Ophthalmic Exam
Chest X-rays
Orthopedic Exam
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Holter monitoring (24-hour ECG)
Echocardiography (ultrasound)
Blood Pressure Evaluation

Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation
Allergy Testing

Crested Cavalier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Catahoula Bulldog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Crested Cavaliers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Catahoula Bulldogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Crested Cavaliers are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Catahoula Bulldogs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Crested Cavaliers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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 Crested Cavalier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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 Crested Cavaliers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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 Crested Cavalier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Catahoula Bulldog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Crested Cavalier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Crested Cavalier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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 Crested Cavalier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Crested Cavalier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Catahoula Bulldogs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Crested Cavaliers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Catahoula Bulldogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Crested Cavaliers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Catahoula Bulldogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Crested Cavaliers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Catahoula Bulldogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Crested Cavaliers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Catahoula Bulldogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Crested Cavaliers are highly friendly around strangers.

Catahoula Bulldogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Crested Cavaliers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Catahoula Bulldogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Crested Cavaliers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Catahoula Bulldogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.