The Catahoula
Bulldog was bred for two reasons. First, ranchers and hog-hunters have
used Catahoulas for many years to herd cattle and hunt hogs, but, to catch
hogs, they had to carry a "catch-dog" with them. It seemed that
most Catahoulas were neither big enough, nor tough enough, to catch. The
American Bulldog has an impeccable reputation as a catch-dog. Therefore,
when the American Bulldog is crossed with a Catahoula, you get a bigger,
tougher dog which will work cattle and also catch hogs when needed. The
second reason is that the Catahoula Bulldog is an excellent bear dog
because it has the size and aggressiveness of the American Bulldog, and
the intelligence and hunting ability of the Catahoula. The Catahoula
Bulldog is a rugged canine, full of life and independence. He will
sacrifice all for his ability to work the ranging lands where herds and
wild animals roam. His instincts are razor sharp, and his intelligence
makes him a top working dog, and one of the best personal protection dogs
one could want.
The Catahoula Bulldog is recognized as a 50-50 first generation cross
between the "Catahoula" and the American Bulldog, and up to a 75-25
cross in succeeding generations. It is desirable to keep the cross within
the 75-25 limit in order not to lose the basic characteristics of these
two fine breeds.
Courtesy of: ARF
