Catahoula Leopard Dog | Who Counts As An Expert?

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In today's video Uncle Stonnie is demonstrating basic obedience training with a Catahoula Leopard Dog while he reads an interesting email he received concerning Catahoula Leopard Curs, their origins, and their purpose.
All comments are welcome, but lets try to keep the conversation civil!
For more information relating to the Catahoula Leopard Dog, please visit the NALC main site: www.nalc-inc.org/
NALC Official Standard for the Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog
Origin & Purpose
The Louisiana Catahoula originated in the territory of Louisiana, USA. The dog is used as a stock dog, bay dog, tree dog, companion dog, watch and guard dog.
General Appearance
The Louisiana Catahoula is a medium to medium-large dog, well-muscled, yet trim. It is powerful, but denotes agility and great endurance.
Temperament
The Catahoula is independent, protective, and territorial. It may show aggressive behavior. Signs of timidity on a leash should not be taken as cowardice, but the intolerance for strangers.
Size
Males should measure 22-26 inches (55.8 cm - 66.0 cm).
Females should measure 20-24 inches (50.8 cm - 60.9 cm).
Coat & Color
The coat length should be short to medium. Leopards are preferred and may come in blue, gray, black, tan, liver, red, white and patched. Trim may be black, white, tan, red, or buff. Solid colors acceptable are black, yellow, red, and chocolate. Disqualification: Long or fuzzy coated dogs.
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@StonnieDennis Месяц назад

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@Mitch_Ryder Месяц назад

That sounded like a real expert!

@StonnieDennis Месяц назад

That's what I thought!

@pamanderson1417 Месяц назад

I love hearing from people like that with real world experience and historical knowledge of the "breed" and who have one and use the dog for its original intended purpose. Thanks for another great video!

@StonnieDennis Месяц назад

Thank you for watching!

@luke8329 Месяц назад

Took my Mal to the pet shop for supplies, this is in Yorkshire. A young couple were buying stuff for a Mal cross they're adopting. I put in a word for them to watch Uncle Stonnie. All the best from across the pond.

@margaretfleming3554 Месяц назад

I showed my husband this video because he is a retired Police Dog Handler of “too many years.” He too would agree that some dogs don’t make good pets and mentioned the Malinois in particular (Belgian Shepherd.) In the wrong hands these beautiful dogs, including the one in your video, can end up in rehoming centres or worse because people don’t handle them correctly or put in the hours of work needed to accommodate the dog’s needs.

@smfrink Месяц назад

I’m not an expert on the breed, but I know experience when I hear it! That person’s explanation of the breed was very informative.

@kb9653 Месяц назад

It is these types of discussions that are the most interesting to me. It makes me want to leave the city/suburb go buy a bunch of property so I can have bunch of dogs doing what they were breed to do over thousands of years of genetic and environmental shaping. Nothing is more beautiful than a strong, smart animal doing what it is born to do and fulfilling their purpose. Thank you for sharing the email.

@TimMalinois Месяц назад

That old man is spot on! I'm sure he has a wealth of knowledge!

@sarahwoodring5587 Месяц назад

So excited to see Hank! Hes looking great and Charlotte is doing great handling him

@StonnieDennis Месяц назад

Thank you!

@mistytillema2398 Месяц назад

We unknowingly adopted a black mouth curr pup, as a “shepherd mix”, and he was the most obedient dog we’ve ever had and ran long distances with us, but could not be inside the house without us, or he tore the place up!!! They are for sure loyal Velcro dogs.❤

@rayr4320 Месяц назад

There are many variants of the Louisiana cur. Like everything else they are evolving. I have had many of them since the 1980s in SW cameron parish louisiana. As far South and as far west as you can go. Some were runaways, cast offs and dogs that someone was going to put a bullet in. The defining characteristic for me is the curvature of the spine and the swoop of the tail. You can observe it as hank walks (1:22). Sometimes other herding dogs are thought to be catahoula, but if they dont have the spine and tail trait they dont have catahoula blood line. If you are thinking about getting one, be honest that you are the type of person that can spend alot of tim outdoors and your dog can be with you. They are not happy left inside with nothing to do. If the cur likes you he willl be a good citizen, Make certain you are not an alcoholic. My neighbor had a drinking problem and his cathoula bit him because he yelled at his children.

@snowgorilla9789 Месяц назад

Up here in Canada, about a month ago I came across a fellow with a couple of good looking dogs in the bush and casually asked him if the one was a Catahoulla, he almost fell over, he said I must be some kinda dog nut as in the four years that he has had her no one recognized the breed. Meanwhile I am keeping an eye on my Caucasian Ovcharka to make sure he didn't go off on an adventure. Am a dog lover, not extreme and the only reason I recognized the breed is your videos. Thanks for making that fellows day, he did say she is very hard headed at times.

@reneehouser2925 18 дней назад

Absolutely 💯 NOT EVERYONE should have a Catahoula! These dogs need specific training and environments! A specific type of experienced trainer/handler! This video is great!

@DebbieRosch Месяц назад

All dog breeds start as a "type," bred selectively for certain desired characteristics, usually regionally. Over time, someone decides to create a formal "breed," with a standard for looks and temperament, documentation of parentage, etc. . . . But even though a breed registry may now exist, plenty of folks continue in the tried and true way they have been following for generations -- breeding dogs they know and like to get characteristics they like. I appreciate this man's historical perspective, his obvious love and knowledge about these types of dogs, his respect for them for their strengths and his awareness of their limitations. Even more imoressive, in my opinion, is his self-awareness and understanding of his own strengths (knowledge and experience) and limitations (physically due to age.) My breed is the Australian Shepherd -- with a similar development story arc as the Catahoula/Cur. And similar struggles with balancing working performance suitability vs. Pet suitability. I love listening to and reading about the historical perspective in old articles or from long-time experts. This is a great discussion. I appreciate your open-mindedness and obvious curiosity.

@lisaharper5181 24 дня назад

I had a Catahoula rescue out of TN. Best dog I ever had and he passed at age 15. I could teach him anything! So smart and never aggressive, or destructive. He love everybody and all animals. I could walk him off leash w/o an issue. Wish I had another one. Currently I have a German shepherd rescue. She’s a lot of work and high energy but coming along nicely.

@AnneHemmer Месяц назад

He sees things as an older man would. Speaks like an older man. Probably lives near the countryside at least. I enjoyed what he said. Think it is hard when one gets a job and no one is home till their day long job is over. It’s very unfair to the dog. My neighbors have Catahoulas and they’re in the back yard most all of the time. Guess they never have to be socialized that way. At least there are 2 of them and they get to look out into the woods and smell the animals struggling to live out there. Like zoo animals. I’m older too and dogs lived inside and outside with us all the neighbors had one at least, no adult worried about kids playing in the fields or woods because they would have a variety pack of dogs with them. They were so helpful getting us home on time ect, ect, and being lots of fun in and outside, playing our games. Best buddies in the world. Glad I grew up then and not now in a one room, one age, daycare room with a bored caretaker. Yikes. It is not only dogs that suffer. Really enjoy your channel, thank you for the video!

@StonnieDennis Месяц назад

Thank you for watching! Great comment.

@oldguygrows3085 21 день назад

I have a registered Catahoula named Bowdre. He is a blue leopard and a little over 3 years old. I waited till I moved back to rural Kentucky to get him being the city not the best place to raise one. However if you start a training regiment as soon as you get your puppy you will be just fine. They must know who is in charge or they will take over. However they will melt your heart and become your best friend. Give them a job to do. Bowdre protects our chickens and has only lost 1 in 3 years. Thank you for what you do. God Bless

@denisesteele-turtlerunners8808 28 дней назад

I think the email was pretty much spot on

@learnin-to-fly6307 Месяц назад

everything he said could also be said of Weimaraners....from a 72 year old man who got 2 a year and a half ago,,,litter mates male and female at 7 weeks...they are a handful but thanks to Stonny Dennis I'm managing

@wdg5555 22 дня назад

I had a Catahoula that was in a rescue center for 6 months as a puppy in Louisiana. They sent him to Kansas City and I found him and adopted him. I did not know what I was getting into. Very loyal dog. I did always feel that he would protect me no matter what. At the same time if he felt I was not doing a good job he would let me know(he bit my stomach one time). If there was a stray dog when walking, my attitude was a big dictator of what he should do. He would protect my other dog while on a walk if another dog came up to us. If that dog was aggressive he would not hesitate to grab the dog by the neck. When I took him to the farm he was always very interested in helping. He wasn't trained to work with cattle but he would always figure out which way we wanted them to go. It didn't matter if it was in a pen or out in the open. He had instincts that told him this is where the cattle should go. That said he was not trained and he often took it too far. Extraordinarily tough. They can take some big hits(not by me) or scraps and still keep working. I had to walk him twice a day or there would be punishment.

@carrihall449 8 дней назад

My husband and I rescued a lab/ catahoula dog. I would not trade him for a million dollars. He is so loving. The only thing he hunts is the squeaky in his toys. Love him so much.

@driftlesshunter9200 Месяц назад

I took what I've heard you say a number of times to heart. "All dogs want to be Labs, & all Labs want to be black." I drove 7 hours one way to pick up a 4.5 month black lab from an animal rescue this past May. He may or may not be 100% Lab, but he seems like an American Lab. to me. They were going to have him fixed the week I picked him up, but I put a stop to that. He's been nothing but joy, except for when he chewed off the pull cord on my push mower. LOL! I can't vouch for the Catahoula Leopard dog breed, but as a retired middle school science teacher I can vouch for Charlotte. She does an awesome job with the dogs. There's more to life than cell phones! It's great seeing kids helping out!

@myhounddog Месяц назад

Thank you! 🙏 A Million thank yous. This needs to be heard❤❤❤❤❤. Bless the person who e-mailed in. And much appreciated 👍

@flybfree Месяц назад

I love what you do. Your backyard has evolved so beautifully over the years. Inspiring. Puppy training parks in every neighborhood. Early socialization builds confidence for puppy and what they have at the end of their leash...for life.

@StonnieDennis Месяц назад

Thank you!

@catholic_canine Месяц назад

I love your honest and reasonable discussion. Never had one of those dogs, can’t imagine I ever will

@StonnieDennis Месяц назад

I'm glad you like our content!

@lindak1819 Месяц назад

I agree with the author of email.

@Aquabob1 Месяц назад

My buddy has 2 of these, he lives on a dairy farm…..They are absolutely amazing dogs, we are in PA, and he goes to Texas to get them.

@reneehouser2925 18 дней назад

I'm in northern Minnesota & just rescued a pup with amazing White Rock/ Lee Catahoula pedigree. These dogs do NOT belong in -40, -50° winters! I'm trying to re-home this beautiful girl! She is FREE to the right home, I will drive!

@Turtle42082 23 дня назад

Thanks for sharing the letter! We recently adopted a rescue who we’re told is a Catahoula. He was 4 months old when we got him & we were his 3rd home (due to a series of unfortunate circumstances). He isn’t going anywhere else; he’s settled into our family. He definitely doesn’t train as easily as a lab. 😂 We’re blessed to have him though!

@renebarish2098 Месяц назад

How has Hank been doing? Is he an asset in that he socializes and plays with the other dogs...when he wants to. He is just beautiful. Yes, they are something. The description was pretty well spot on. Not like any other dog. Very intelligent, yet independent and also wanting to be involved in what you're doing and at your side. Some have been trained for search and rescue as it gives them a puzzle to solve. That's a dangerous route. Just as I was watching this, mine decided to tear something up. Hard on fabrics and furniture, and yes, I say 'No' and give alternate toys. You're not supposed to yell at them, just be calm and firm. It's tough, but someone has to give them a home. You ought to talk to a breeder, there are three purebred lines, and they can probably give you some tips. If so pass them on.

@StonnieDennis Месяц назад

He’s an interesting dog. I should probably make an update video with him.

@renebarish2098 Месяц назад

@@StonnieDennis That would be great. I bet he understands a lot more than the other dogs. Also, they grow for two years, plenty of high quality protein. I cook meat or chicken without salt or onion with dog friendly vegetables and rice and put a few tbls on top of the kibble, sort of a stew which we both can have. No kibble and some salt for me. I'm sure he loves you and your family to bits.

@brianconway7315 29 дней назад

Got my first blue leopard in 2000 and over his 12 years protected us from any danger including waking me in the middle of having a stroke, allowing me to call 911, my second blue leopard of 11 years was a social butterfly who attacked a 135lb corso who threatened us, with the corso the only one bleeding after the dust settled, I now have a red leopard pup clone of your Hank. I love your common sense good humored training style. Thanks for your great channel. Brian

@scottbruce9872 Месяц назад

Great email. Seems the person who wrote the email knows what he is talking about. With the heat bet you wanted to jump in that tub.

@tom_greenery Месяц назад

Consider Catahoulas like Malinois. They’re not for everyone. We’re not a real active family and our Mal will lay on the couch or flip the switch when we’re ready. He’s kinda learned to be us. But when my neighbor LEO takes me up to the training course he will go wild and loves it. But will come home and turn it right off. True family partner. Just wish we would’ve socialized him. Does not do well around other dogs. My biggest regret. Wish he accepted it, he’d have so many friends.

@mauranoonan8951 Месяц назад

Good job, Charlotte! You have a talent for dog training! I wonder where that comes from? lol

@StonnieDennis Месяц назад

Thank you!

@greghobbs1728 Месяц назад

Sounds like honest wisdom and compassion for the dogs to me. Still, I am actually stunned at what an absolutely beautiful dog Hank is. BTW, I’m making steady progress with my almost 80 pound APBT rescue from the homeless camp. Counter condition is twice the work, but I benefit greatly from it.

@taylormorris9692 16 дней назад

I own a 4 year old female Catahoula. The mans email is spot on. I like to think my girl has an exceptional temperament but to honest we had to work hard on her resource guarding. They are hard to consistently train because sometimes they have no interest in what the human wants to do. I did most of my training in the woods on a 4wheeler with a Garmin system and we figured each other out is the best way to put it😂😂 I might be bias but Catahoulas are majestic and proud breed but are best left in a firm and active owners hands while also understanding that they have thier own mind and will power. A trusting bond is really needed to be secessfull

@curtisdeal1421 29 дней назад

Sounds like the old man knows what he is talking about. I am new to Catahoulas as we got our girl from Kentucky a year ago. I've had a 100 lb pit and a beagle and a 50lb mutt that no one knew what he was. I picked the breed because of the strong personality and ruggedness. That said, she is a pure house dog, and has fit that role perfectly. She is about the same age and size as Hank there, and seems about the same demeanor. That said, I could see how they would be a handful and uncontrollable in the wrong hands. She is a great girl, super smart, strong willed, but aims to please...when she wants to. Love the videos, keep up the good work. Oh yeah, definitely an all weather dog, she loved the cold when we picked her up in Kentucky, but does great down in our Florida heat.

@michaelhamilton8354 Месяц назад

I just adopted one of these from the local shelter. He is small, like 30-35 pounds. Has chewed up furniture and power cords. Started getting aggressive with my roommate who lives in his bedroom. Had to get him out to play fetch with Trakker. Trakker is coming around now and not being so aggressive.

@shermanbrown2539 Месяц назад

I have a hardheaded 5 month old that resembles Hank. I would love to talk with you about ideas I have and are said ideas achievable !!!

@mytige20V Месяц назад

Great dog. The Catahoula Leopard Dog looks well behaved and the email covers the bases. The 11 year old girl did a great job running the course. Thanks for the Content Stormie.😀

@StonnieDennis Месяц назад

Thank you for watching!

@mytige20V Месяц назад

@@StonnieDennis your more than welcome.

@lizzardwizard2000 20 дней назад

I’m new to your channel, but I see you have a GOAT level of dog knowledge. I totally agree that some people should not get certain breeds of dogs that they don’t understand. People should get an understanding of the breed before choosing one. It’s like concealed weapon training. Some breeds can be a weapon if not trained properly and not in the owner’s skills.

@DanKlein_1 Месяц назад

I don't know this catahoula breed but I can picture them by the way you described. sounds like my typical outside farm dog as a small kid. whatever dog we had back then stayed in our attached garage but was with us every day as we played or worked outside. it stayed on the farm. came when called most of the time but.. most often you didn't think about it because they were in the general area and that was close enough. we never attempted to make our farm dog an inside dog back then.

@devanriley3014 Месяц назад

Can you start a series about doctoring dogs? The reason I ask is my dog was bit by a copperhead last night and it made me realize I really don't know about first aid for dogs. I will be reading/watching videos now but I would like to know how you do things.

@devanriley3014 Месяц назад

@@marthak4226 he's fine. We took him to an emergency vet asap.. I just want to know how stonnie deals with small stuff that doesn't need a vet.

@lindsayravenell5365 Месяц назад

My girl is considered a Black Mouth Cur by southern standards because she's a solid Yellow/light brown color with brown eyes. She's VERY strong,even at 9 years. We're very active. I get compliments all the time about how beautiful she is and people love her behavior, but they don't understand that it took a year before we really understood each other and could move forward. I had to change a lot of my lifestyle. I adopted her a 3 and tell everyone that we're more roommates than pet/owner and it's true. They're sensitive and stubborn. She's my shadow but also very independent. Sometimes she listens seamlessly, other times I also get ignored. Our communication is nonverbal some of the time. People that know what our routine sometimes admit that they could never do it. It's a lot of work but I feel like our training has been relatively easy. Personally I plan on getting another in the future, but after she's passed. I don't think I could handle 2 of this personality it's definitely not for everyone.

@johnotooledoggames2336 Месяц назад

🇮🇪 very good video sharing

@mattboers7871 19 дней назад

I feel a bit dumb for buying mine in Denver because of the pretty colors and eye coloring 😂. But I have adjusted to him and idk if I would ever get a different type now. But he nailed mine exactly, he’s amazing loyal, smart, and beautiful, but it’s a negotiated relationship. If I fall behind on love or exercise, he will stare at me with a frown face then do what he wants 😂. Great video!

@cynthiagreenway6150 21 день назад

I now on my second catahoula my first one was American bulldog catahoula mixed my second one is now a catahoula Carolina dog my first catahoula lived 14 years she was the best most laid-back easy getting along dog we ever owned but very protective of me. At one time we lived in Florida and we went to the dog beach many times she loved the water we had a pool she would swim. When my Ginger passed away at 14 we decided we wanted another catahoula we've got a new puppy 16 weeks old he is the spotted leopard dog my first one was the red brindled. My friend got a sibling to my puppy she is raising him to be a service dog he has become a very obedient dog he house broke within two weeks barks when he wants out and is following hand signals at 16 weeks. One of the smartest breeds of dogs I know of

@johnbolton9483 Месяц назад

Love a dog and you get it back ten fold.

@sequoiaweidner9589 7 дней назад

My catahoulas name is Hank also beautiful dogs!

@1982rrose Месяц назад

There is an older gentleman in my area with one, gets/got along well with my dog who can be picky about dealing with other dogs. His dog I found to be social and a bit on the smaller side of a Catahoulla. I heard he had a fall and may not have her anymore.

@kerstin.jitschin5861 Месяц назад

I love the breed ❤

@grandpa_eric 21 день назад

How long is Hank in training? He’s been there awhile now. He seems well-adjusted and happy. Socialization skills are way up!

@SonnysGames1 Месяц назад

We have a Catahoula

@SonnysGames1 Месяц назад

Can't get him to behave or mind in public, jumps on cars at the creek

@marleri Месяц назад

@@SonnysGames1 what is it about jumping on cars? Is he trying to get into a tree. Mine does that jumps onto a table outside or on the hood of a truck to get closer to squirrels that interest him.

@callahanlive Месяц назад

Looking at Irish Wolf hound? Have always had Labs. Lost our last dog to spinal cord injury. Very traumatic on our family.

@shermanbrown2539 Месяц назад

Cart pulling and searching an area for People ???

@Pausha 18 дней назад

I am fortunate enough to own a NALC registered Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog bitch. Shes the same age as Hank although quite a bit slimmer. WARNING...DO YOUR RESEARCH BEFORE GETTING ONE! There are a few different lines in the breed and they can differ quite a bit. My girl is from one of the purely working lines She's definitely stunningly beautiful. But she has the intelligence of a Boarder Collie, the drive of a Malinois, confidence of a Rhodesian Ridgeback and all topped off with the stubborness of a Husky. She is a force of nature with no off switch. I completely agree with everything in that email. Catahoulas are a lot like wolf dogs and actually they kind of are so yes. You need to know 101% that you can handle that level of animal in your home and in public. That all said...I'll never own any other breed. 😁