16. Catahoula Leopard Dog

The Catahoula Leopard Dog stands out with marbled coats and vivid eyes. Early settlers described a wolf like bark. Strong herding and hunting heritage shaped its inventive working style. Named for Louisiana's Catahoula Parish it is muscular alert and determined. Typical height runs 20 to 26 inches with weight 50 to 95 pounds. Loyal and protective it needs early structured socialization and consistent guidance to direct its intensity constructively.
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