| Breed |  Jack Russell Terrier |  Catahoula Leopard Dog |
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| Origin | England | United States (Louisiana) |
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| Group | Terrier | Working |
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| Size | Small | Large |
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| Coat | Smooth or broken, weatherproof double coat | Short single coat, often merle |
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| Weight | 5 to 8 kg | 20 to 34 kg |
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| Height | 25 to 30 cm | 56 to 66 cm |
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| Lifespan | 13 to 16 yrs | 10 to 14 yrs |
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| Exercise need | 9/10 | 9/10 |
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| Affection | 7/10 | 7/10 |
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| Grooming needs | 2/10 | 2/10 |
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| Barking | 7/10 | 6/10 |
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| Good with children | 6/10 | 6/10 |
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| Good with other dogs | 4/10 | 4/10 |
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| Trainability | 7/10 | 6/10 |
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| Prey drive | 9/10 | 7/10 |
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| Copes alone | 3/10 | 3/10 |
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| Drool | 1/10 | 2/10 |
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| Shedding | 4/10 | 4/10 |
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| Flat fit | 3/10 | 3/10 |
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| Running cost | €73 / month | €98 / month |
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Jack Russell Terrier verdict
A bold, tireless working terrier with huge personality packed into a small frame.
Get one if
- · Active, experienced owners who enjoy training and dog sports
- · Households with a securely fenced garden
- · Owners without small pets such as rabbits or guinea pigs
Think again if
- · Households with small pets like rabbits, guinea pigs or cats
- · Flats or homes without secure outdoor access
- · Owners wanting a placid, low energy lapdog
Catahoula Leopard Dog verdict
A striking, tireless working dog that needs a job, not just a garden.
Get one if
- · Experienced, active owners
- · Homes with land or easy access to open space
- · People who enjoy training and dog sports
Think again if
- · First-time dog owners
- · Flats and small homes without real outdoor access
- · Households out at work all day
