Rare Breeds of the World - Catahoula Leopard Dog

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The Catahoula Leopard Dog

• An American breed that is named after the Catahoula Parish in Louisiana. They have been recognised as the State Dog of Louisiana since 1979.
• They were bred as hunting dogs, to hunt pigs in dense areas such as forests and swaps.

• Whilst still popular in Louisiana and areas close by, they are rarely seen anywhere else in the world, making them very rare to come across.
• They have a variety of unique coat colours including solids as well as 'leopard' markings, with spotting throughout their coat.