Mastiff vs Plott Hound Comparison – Which dog is better Old English Mastiff or Plott?

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Name	Mastiff	Plott Hound
Origins	England	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Plott Plotthund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Mastiff vs Plott Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Mastiff or Plott Hound? Is the Mastiff bigger than the Plott Hound breed? Is a Mastiff smaller than a Plott Hound?	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Mastiff or Plott Hound? Mastiff vs Plott Hound weight comparison:	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mastiff or Plott Hound? Is a Mastiff taller than a Plott Hound?	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Mastiff or Plott Hound? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Mastiff and Plott Hound?	$1200-$1500	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Mastiff or Plott Hound?	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Mastiff or Plott Hound smarter? Which is best? Mastiff vs Plott Hound intelligence:	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
Trainability Mastiff vs Plott Hound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Mastiff or Plott Hound?	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Mastiff or Plott Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Mastiff vs Plott Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Mastiff or Plott Hound? Mastiff vs Plott Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	High: Mastiff 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 Mastiff vs Plott Hound social needs comparison:	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. 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 Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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 Mastiff vs Plott Hound? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. 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

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Mastiff vs Plott Hound playfulness comparison:	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Mastiff or Plott Hound?	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 Mastiff indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Mastiff or Plott Hound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Mastiff or Plott Hound?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Mastiff more dangerous than a Plott Hound?	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Mastiff vs Plott Hound mouthiness comparison:	Mastiff dogs have a higher 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.

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Mastiff vs Plott Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mastiff vs Plott Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mastiff vs Plott Hound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once 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
Life Expectancy Mastiff vs Plott Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Mastiff and Plott Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Mastiff and Plott Hound?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Mastiff or Plott Hound? Mastiff vs Plott Hound energy level comparison:	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Plott Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Mastiff vs Plott Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mastiff or Plott Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Plott Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mastiff or Plott Hound?	Mastiff 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

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Mastiff or Plott Hound? Does the Mastiff breed eat more than the Plott Hound breed?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Mastiff vs Plott Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Mastiff vs Plott Hound coat comparison:	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Mastiff and Plott Hound color? Mastiff vs Plott Hound color comparison:	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Mastiff or Plott Hound? Mastiff vs Plott Hound grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mastiff or Plott Hound? Do Mastiff dogs shed more than Plott Hound dogs?	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Mastiff or Plott Hound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Hypoallergenic Mastiff vs Plott Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Mastiff or Plott Hound?	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another 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.

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Plott Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mastiff or Plott Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Mastiff or Plott Hound?	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Mastiff or Plott Hound?	Mastiff dogs are very 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 Mastiff or Plott Hound? Can a Mastiff and a Plott Hound be friends? Do Mastiff dogs get along with Plott Hound dogs?	Mastiff 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: Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	Yes Mastiff 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 Mastiff 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?	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Plott Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Mastiff vs Plott Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Mastiff or Plott Hound? Which is better for autism?	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.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Mastiff vs Plott Hound?	Not really Mastiff 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.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Mastiff vs Plott Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Mastiff and Plott Hound have? Mastiff vs Plott Hound litter size comparison:	3-5 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Mastiff vs Plott Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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