American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Comparison – Which dog is better AM Bulldog or Plott?

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Name	American Bulldog	Plott Hound
Origins	United States	United States
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Group	Guard Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for American Bulldog and Plott Hound. What other names are these breeds known by?	AM Bulldog American Bulldogge American Bulldoggee Old Country Bulldog AmBulldog	Plott Plotthund
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an American Bulldog and a Plott Hound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an American Bulldog and a Plott Hound. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Bulldog or Plott Hound? Is an American Bulldog taller than a Plott Hound?	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an American Bulldog and a Plott Hound. Which breed costs more?	$500-$600	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, American Bulldog or Plott Hound?	Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare training requirements.	American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare alertness levels.	American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare territorial behaviors.	American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an American Bulldog and a Plott Hound. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Affectionate Gentle Going Social	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between American Bulldog vs Plott Hound?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Bulldog vs Plott Hound?	High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs American Bulldog vs Plott Hound social needs comparison:	American Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between American Bulldog vs Plott Hound?	American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between American Bulldog vs Plott Hound? Which can be better for hunting?	American Bulldog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare play drive and energy.	The American Bulldog is a playful breed. See more.	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare living space needs.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep American Bulldog indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare adaptability levels.	American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: American Bulldog or Plott Hound?	American Bulldog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	American Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an American Bulldog and a Plott Hound. Which breed is healthier?	American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: American Bulldog vs Plott Hound?	Frequent The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Bulldog vs Plott Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Bulldog vs Plott Hound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia	No data available

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare activity levels.	American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Plott Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Bulldog vs Plott Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Bulldog or Plott Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.	Plott Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Bulldog or Plott Hound?	American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Plott Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for American Bulldog and Plott Hound? Compare breed colors.	Black White Brown Fawn	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare drooling amounts.	The American Bulldog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Plott Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an American Bulldog and a Plott Hound? Compare fur types.	Fine	Fine
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Bulldog or Plott Hound? Do American Bulldog dogs shed more than Plott Hound dogs?	American Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare kid-friendliness.	American Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Plott Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Bulldog or Plott Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	American Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Bulldog or Plott Hound?	American Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Bulldog or Plott Hound? Can an American Bulldog and a Plott Hound be friends? Do American Bulldog dogs get along with Plott Hound dogs?	American Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: American Bulldog vs Plott Hound?	Yes American Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No American Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Plott Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Plott Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really American Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an American Bulldog or a Plott Hound? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between American Bulldog and Plott Hound. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between American Bulldog and Plott Hound. Which has larger litters?	7-14 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between American Bulldog and Plott Hound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between American Bulldog and Plott Hound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

American Bulldog vs Plott Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of American Bulldog and Plott Hound. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of American Bulldog and Plott Hound. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between American Bulldog and Plott Hound. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association American Bulldog Association National American Bulldog Association John D Johnson Bulldog Registry American Bulldog Club Of Canada All American Bulldog Club	No data available

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