How long does a Doberman Catahoula Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–13 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Catahoula Leopard Dog (10–14 years).

Is a Doberman Catahoula Mix easy to train?

Trainability is low to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Doberman Catahoula Mix

A Doberman Catahoula mix is a cross between a Doberman and a Catahoula Leopard Dog. Most grow into large dogs of 55–100 lb and live 10–13 years.

Doberman, a purebred dog — DobermanPhoto: Fran Hogan, CC BY 2.5, source

Catahoula Leopard Dog, a purebred dog — Catahoula Leopard DogPhoto: Bugaflee, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight55–100 lbcan be 50–100 lb

Height23–26 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–13 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Doberman Catahoula Mix get?

Doberman60–100 lb

The mix55–100 lb

Catahoula Leopard Dog50–95 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Doberman Catahoula Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 23–26 inches at the shoulder, against 24–28 in for the Doberman and 22–24 in for the Catahoula Leopard Dog.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

High

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

Very high

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Low to very high

The Doberman rates very high and the Catahoula Leopard Dog low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very low

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

The Doberman is usually described as loyal, fearless, alert. The Catahoula Leopard Dog as loyal, independent, watchful. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Doberman vs Catahoula vs the mix

Trait	Doberman	Doberman Catahoula Mix	Catahoula Leopard Dog
Weight	60–100 lb	55–100 lb	50–95 lb
Height	24–28 in	23–26 in	22–24 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	10–13 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	high	high	not rated
Energy	very high	very high	very high
Group	Working	mixed	Foundation Stock Service

Questions about the Doberman Catahoula Mix

How big does a Doberman Catahoula Mix get?: Most grow to 55–100 pounds and 23–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 50–100 pounds.
How long does a Doberman Catahoula Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–13 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Catahoula Leopard Dog (10–14 years).
Does a Doberman Catahoula Mix shed?: Shedding is high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Doberman Catahoula Mix easy to train?: Trainability is low to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.