Catahoula Leopard Dog

Catahoula Leopard Dog

The Catahoula Leopard Dog is an American working breed with origins in Louisiana. These guys come in a patchwork of colors and patterns, giving them their trademark look. They are primarily a working dog, but can make good companions with intensive socialization from an early age.

Illustration courtesy of the Swedish Kennel Club

About this Breed

The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a hardy but striking working dog. The origin of the breed is somewhat cloaked in mystery, but they are believed to have come from a mixture of dogs brought over by early Spanish settlers in Louisiana. The first Catahoula clubs started popping up in the 70’s. With a fantastic working drive, these dogs are used to track wild hogs and drive cattle.

Catahoula Leopard Dogs on Embark

Explore some Embark dogs that share Catahoula Leopard Dog ancestry.

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    Kora

    Beach

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    Roux

    Roux

    Delphine

    Delphine

  • Tallulah

    Tallulah

    Bella Breeding Dame

    Bella Breeding Dame

    Delilah

    Delilah

    Theodore

    Theodore

  • Scarlett

    Scarlett

    Dozer

    Dozer

    Tallulah

    Tallulah

    Sampson

    Sampson

Favorite Names

For Male

  1. Cooper
  2. Buddy
  3. Hank
  4. Charlie
  5. Tucker
  6. Blue
  7. Louie
  8. Jasper
  9. Jax
  10. Milo

For Female

  1. Luna
  2. Lucy
  3. Daisy
  4. Bella
  5. Sadie
  6. Penny
  7. Bailey
  8. Maggie
  9. Molly
  10. Stella
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