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CATAHOULA LEOPARD DOG

THIS SKILLFUL, STRONG-WILLED HUNTER IS SUITED TO AN EXPERIENCED OWNER AKC

Height range This striking-looking Louisiana herding dog and hunter of wild boar
20–26 in (51–66 cm) and raccoon is a mix of Spanish colonial greyhound, mastiff, and native
Weight range Red Wolf. It can work well in swamps, forests, and more open terrain.
51–90 lb (23–41 kg)
Named after a parish in its home state, the Catahoula Leopard Dog
Life span 10–14 years is an alert watchdog, wary of strangers, but calm and
Origin US dedicated to its household.

Other colors
Eyes may be
different colors

Variety of colors White
marking
Short, tight, on chest
blue-merle coat
Spotted pattern gives
rise to “leopard” name

PLOTT HOUND

RUTHLESS AND DETERMINED WHEN HUNTING, THIS HOUND IS RESPONSIVE AND ALERT AT HOME AKC

Height range This powerful, brindled hound is used for hunting raccoons, though it also
20–25 in (51–64 cm) hunts big cats, bears, coyotes, and wild boars. It is one of only a few breeds
Weight range with acknowledged American origin. The original Plott Hound was bred
40–60 lb (18–27 kg)
in the 1750s in the Smoky Mountains by the
Life span 10–12 years Plott family using boar-hunting Hanoverian Neck and topline long,
lean, and muscular
Origin US Hounds brought over from Germany.

Prominent brown Brindle
or hazel eyes coat
Broad, soft
ears set
moderately
high Powerfully built
body for speed
and stamina
Compact
feet with
white toes

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