How long does a Poodle Catahoula Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Catahoula Leopard Dog (10–14 years).

Is a Poodle 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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Poodle Catahoula Mix

A Poodle Catahoula mix is a cross between a Poodle and a Catahoula Leopard Dog. Most grow into large dogs of 45–80 lb and live 10–16 years.

Poodle, a purebred dog — PoodlePhoto: UszkarFoto92, CC0, 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.

Weight45–80 lbcan be 40–95 lb

Height20–24 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–16 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Poodle Catahoula Mix get?

Standard Poodle40–70 lb

The mix45–80 lb

Catahoula Leopard Dog50–95 lb

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

Height runs 20–24 inches at the shoulder, against 18–24 in for the Standard Poodle and 22–24 in for the Catahoula Leopard Dog.

Size figures assume a Standard Poodle parent, the size closest to the Catahoula Leopard Dog. A different poodle size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low

Poodle has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

Moderate to 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 Poodle rates very high and the Catahoula Leopard Dog low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Poodle is usually described as active, proud, very smart. 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.

Poodle vs Catahoula vs the mix

Trait	Standard Poodle	Poodle Catahoula Mix	Catahoula Leopard Dog
Weight	40–70 lb	45–80 lb	50–95 lb
Height	18–24 in	20–24 in	22–24 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	10–16 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	very low	very low	not rated
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Foundation Stock Service

Questions about the Poodle Catahoula Mix

How big does a Poodle Catahoula Mix get?: Most grow to 45–80 pounds and 20–24 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 40–95 pounds.
How long does a Poodle Catahoula Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Catahoula Leopard Dog (10–14 years).
Does a Poodle Catahoula Mix shed?: Shedding is very low. Poodle has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Poodle 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.