Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Easygoing

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

United States

United States

Maltese, Welsh Corgi

Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog and American Bulldog

2000

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White
Blue

Black
Brown
White
Gray
Pied

Corteses are known for their coat length.

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

A Cortese can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Corteses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Catahoula Bulldogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Cataracts
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Usually Very Healthy

Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

None

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation
Allergy Testing

Cortese 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cortese, it's at least 7 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 Corteses usually need at least 90 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 Cortese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-28 pound (4 - 13 kg) Cortese feed 2 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 Cortese is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Cortese is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Corteses 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.

Corteses 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.

Corteses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Corteses 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.

Corteses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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