How long does a Rottweiler Catahoula Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Catahoula Leopard Dog (10–14 years).

Is a Rottweiler 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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Rottweiler Catahoula Mix

A Rottweiler Catahoula mix is a cross between a Rottweiler and a Catahoula Leopard Dog. Most grow into large dogs of 65–115 lb and live 10–12 years.

Rottweiler, a purebred dog — RottweilerPhoto: Томасина, CC BY-SA 4.0, 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.

Weight65–115 lbcan be 50–135 lb

Height22–26 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Rottweiler Catahoula Mix get?

Rottweiler80–135 lb

The mix65–115 lb

Catahoula Leopard Dog50–95 lb

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

Height runs 22–26 inches at the shoulder, against 22–27 in for the Rottweiler and 22–24 in for the Catahoula Leopard Dog.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Moderate

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

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

Moderate

The Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler is usually described as loyal, loving, confident guardian. 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.

Rottweiler vs Catahoula vs the mix

Trait	Rottweiler	Rottweiler Catahoula Mix	Catahoula Leopard Dog
Weight	80–135 lb	65–115 lb	50–95 lb
Height	22–27 in	22–26 in	22–24 in
Lifespan	9–10 yr	10–12 yr	10–14 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	not rated
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Working	mixed	Foundation Stock Service

Questions about the Rottweiler Catahoula Mix

How big does a Rottweiler Catahoula Mix get?: Most grow to 65–115 pounds and 22–26 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 50–135 pounds.
How long does a Rottweiler Catahoula Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Catahoula Leopard Dog (10–14 years).
Does a Rottweiler Catahoula Mix shed?: Shedding is moderate. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Rottweiler 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.