Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

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

Bostineses aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Catahoula Bulldogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

United States

Boston Terrier and Pekingese

Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog and American Bulldog

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Brindle

Black
Brown
White
Gray
Pied

Bostineses have medium-length coats.

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

Wavy

Straight

A Bostinese 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.

Bostineses 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.

Bostineses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Catahoula Bulldog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Stenotic Nares
Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis

Usually Very Healthy

Deafness
Hydrocephalus
Eye Problems

None

Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmic
Oral

Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation
Allergy Testing

Bostineses have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

Catahoula Bulldogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Bostineses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Catahoula Bulldogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bostineses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Catahoula Bulldog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bostineses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Catahoula Bulldogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bostinese, it's at least 6 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.

The Bostinese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Ideally, Bostinese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Catahoula Bulldog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Bostinese feed 1 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 Bostinese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Bostinese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

Bostinese has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Catahoula Bulldogs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Bostineses 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.

Bostineses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Catahoula Bulldogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bostineses 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.

Bostineses 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.

Bostineses 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.

Bostineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Catahoula Bulldogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Bostineses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Catahoula Bulldogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.