What breed/mix is my dog???

[Karen]

He may be a mix of more than two breeds - I see Catahoula definitely in the eyes, and his "hound" behavior, Lab in the webbed toes and yellow coloring, and maybe Boxer for the breadth of his face and the white markings!

I know for sure, though - he's 100% DOG!

[MuttMomXOXO]

Thank you for your comments. I do not live in the south, we live in NJ but the rescue group that I adopted Juno from rescued him from a puppy mill in VA. To me he does look a lot like a catahoula but I have never seen one in person, only in pictures from the research I've done. Does anyone know of any way to determine a dog's breed or mix of breeds for sure? The curiosity is killing me! Juno is unlike any dog I've ever seen and has such a random mix of characteristics that I can't even say he acts like any particular breed. Although, I've been told he acts like a typical husky... I really don't know. Here are a few more pictures that might help! Any more suggestions? I'd really appreciate any advice.

[lvpets2002]

First of all may We Welcome You & Your Babies to Pet Talk.. Hope you enjoy the talks & pics..

Second of all you babies are so so Sweet & Adorable..

[luvofallhorses]

Welcome to pet talk! Your babies are adorable. the one you are wondering what breed I would say catahoula leopard dog and hound. possibly american bulldog, too.

[Giselle]

There is DNA testing available:
http://www.canineheritage.com/

http://www.vetdnacenter.com/canine.html

http://www.metamorphixinc.com/products3.html

http://www.orvis.com/store/productch...d=10572&bhcp=1

They're not always reliable or realistic. If you get your tests results back, take them with a grain of salt

[Karen]

I also thought American Bulldog - maybe a cross between Catahoula and American Bulldog. Lots of people aren't familiar with them so here are

Jake


and

Lugg


for two examples. You baby's blue eyes, and taller, narrower build are definitely consistent with the Catahoula - and the hound behavior, too!

[MuttMomXOXO]

Thanks for the feedback! I've considered trying one of those DNA tests before but I'm not sure if it will pick up non-popular breeds like the catahoula or even APBT (although they're popular, they're not on the list). Does anyone have any additional information on catahoula's? I have been able to find some information online but most of it is pretty repetitive and not very helpful. I was hoping maybe someone might even own a catahoula or catahoula mix and would be able to comment? anyone??? What about husky? Although I was told Juno was a husky mix... I don't see much husky in him other than his eyes and really thick coat. I don't know why I want to know so bad... it's not like it really matters but as he gets older, I want to know even more! I guess I figured, I would be able to tell as he grew up but... I'm so confused!
Any suggestions??? Thanks again!