Catahoula Leopard Dog Weight & Growth Chart
Complete weight guide with growth charts for male and female Catahoula Leopard Dogs from puppy to adult.
Catahoula Leopard Dog Weight Overview
The Catahoula Leopard Dog weighs 50–95 lbs at maturity. Males (50–95 lbs) are typically heavier than females (42–83 lbs).
Both sexes weigh 50 to 95 pounds, with significant variation. They should appear powerful, muscular, and athletic. Working dogs tend to be leaner and more moderate than those bred for appearance.. The growth chart below shows the typical weight progression from puppyhood to adulthood.
Growth Chart
When Does a Catahoula Leopard Dog Stop Growing?
Most Catahoula Leopard Dogs reach adult height of 20–26 inches by 15–24 months, with full body weight of 50–95 lbs achieved shortly after. Males fill out to 95 lbs while females reach 83 lbs.
Growth rate is influenced by genetics, diet quality, and spay/neuter timing. Requires at least 90 minutes of vigorous daily exercise. They excel in hog baying competitions, tracking, and agility. They need space to run and work. A tired Catahoula is a manageable Catahoula..
Is My Catahoula Leopard Dog Overweight?
Assessing your Catahoula Leopard Dog's body condition (healthy range: 50–95 lbs):
- Rib check: Run your hands along the ribcage—you should feel individual ribs under a slight fat layer
- Overhead view: A defined waist should be visible between ribs and hips
- Side profile: The abdomen should tuck upward behind the last rib
Overweight Catahoula Leopard Dogs face higher risks of Hip Dysplasia, joint problems, and shortened lifespan. As a large-sized herding breed, maintaining lean body condition is especially important for longevity. Work with your vet to adjust feeding and exercise if needed.
Feeding Recommendation
Daily food for an adult Catahoula Leopard Dog: 0.8–1.9 cups of high-quality dry food in two meals, budgeting $77–116/month. Puppies growing toward 50–95 lbs need three to four daily feedings until around six months old. Deafness and eye abnormalities are linked to merle genetics, particularly in double merle dogs. Responsible merle-to-merle breedings should be avoided. Hip dysplasia screening is also important.—treats count toward daily calorie intake.
Weight by Age Table
| Age | Male (lbs) | Female (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| 3 months | 17.0–21.0 | 14.4–17.9 |
| 6 months | 38.2–47.3 | 32.4–40.3 |
| 9 months | 55.2–68.3 | 46.8–58.2 |
| 12 months | 67.9–84.1 | 57.6–71.6 |
| 18 months | 80.6–99.9 | 68.4–85.0 |
| 24 months | 84.9–105.1 | 72.0–89.5 |