How long does a Jack Russell Catahoula Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years) and the Catahoula Leopard Dog (10–14 years).

Is a Jack Russell Catahoula Mix easy to train?

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

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Jack Russell Catahoula Mix

A Jack Russell Catahoula mix is a cross between a Jack Russell Terrier and a Catahoula Leopard Dog. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 30–55 lb and live 12–14 years.

Jack Russell Terrier, a purebred dog — Jack Russell TerrierPhoto: Plank, CC BY 3.0, 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.

Weight30–55 lbcan be 13–95 lb

Height18–19 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Jack Russell Catahoula Mix get?

Jack Russell Terrier13–17 lb

The mix30–55 lb

Catahoula Leopard Dog50–95 lb

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

Height runs 18–19 inches at the shoulder, against 13–14 in for the Jack Russell Terrier and 22–24 in for the Catahoula Leopard Dog. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Figures use the Parson Russell Terrier standard, the AKC breed closest to the Jack Russell.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low

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

Moderate

The Jack Russell Terrier rates moderate and the Catahoula Leopard Dog low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Jack Russell Terrier is usually described as friendly, clever, athletic. 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.

Jack Russell vs Catahoula vs the mix

Trait	Jack Russell Terrier	Jack Russell Catahoula Mix	Catahoula Leopard Dog
Weight	13–17 lb	30–55 lb	50–95 lb
Height	13–14 in	18–19 in	22–24 in
Lifespan	13–15 yr	12–14 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	low	low	not rated
Energy	very high	very high	very high
Group	Terrier	mixed	Foundation Stock Service

Questions about the Jack Russell Catahoula Mix

How big does a Jack Russell Catahoula Mix get?: Most grow to 30–55 pounds and 18–19 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 13–95 pounds.
How long does a Jack Russell Catahoula Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years) and the Catahoula Leopard Dog (10–14 years).
Does a Jack Russell Catahoula Mix shed?: Shedding is low. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Jack Russell Catahoula Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Other Catahoula mixes

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