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Name	Picardy Spaniel	Black Mouth Cur	Plott Hound
Origins	France	United States	United States
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound breeds.	Épagneul Picard	American Black Mouth Cur East Texas Cur Yellow Black Mouth Southern Cur	Plott Plotthund
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large Giant	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound? Compare adult weight ranges.	44–55 lbs (20–25 kg)	45-95 pounds (20-43 kg)	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	44–55 lbs (20–25 kg)	70 pounds (31.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Picardy Spaniel or Black Mouth Cur or Plott Hound? Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound height comparison:	22–24 inches (56–61 cm)	16-25 inches (40-64 cm)	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	22–24 inches (56–61 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$300-$500	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Picardy Spaniel or Black Mouth Cur or Plott Hound?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Black Mouth Cur is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which is easiest to train?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are easy to train. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which breed is most alert?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which breed is most protective?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound? Compare temperaments.	Active Energetic Affectionate Devoted Trainable Companionable	Active Protective Loyal Kind Trainable Fearless	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Picardy Spaniel 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.	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: Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound?	High: Picardy Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Black Mouth Cur 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.
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Social Needs Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound social needs comparison:	Picardy Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Black Mouth Cur 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Picardy Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Black Mouth Cur is strong enough to escape from home. 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Picardy Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Picardy Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Black Mouth Cur barks occasionally. 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 Compare playfulness levels between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Picardy Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Black Mouth Cur is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Picardy Spaniel breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Black Mouth Cur breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which breed is most flexible?	Picardy Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Black Mouth Cur dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Picardy Spaniel or Black Mouth Cur or Plott Hound?	Picardy Spaniel 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.	Black Mouth Cur 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.

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Picardy Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Black Mouth Cur has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which uses mouth most during play?	Picardy Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs have an 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 Compare bite forces between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Picardy Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Black Mouth Cur 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

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Picardy Spaniel: 13 years	12-18 years The average lifespan of Black Mouth Cur: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which has fewer health issues?	The Picardy Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Black Mouth Curs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Picardy Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Black Mouth Cur 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound health problems comparison:	Ear Infections	Ear Infections	No data available

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which breed is most active?	Picardy Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Black Mouth Cur 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 Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Picardy Spaniel or Black Mouth Cur or Plott Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Picardy Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Black Mouth Cur dogs need a lot of exercises.	Plott Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Picardy Spaniel or Black Mouth Cur or Plott Hound?	Picardy Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Plott Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Picardy Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Black Mouth Cur has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which needs most food?	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 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

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. What colors are available?	Gray Brown	Black Red Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Picardy Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Black Mouth Cur 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
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which drools least?	The Picardy Spaniel is an average drooler. See more.	The Black Mouth Cur is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. 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 Compare odor levels between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Picardy Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Black Mouth Cur has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Smooth	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Picardy Spaniel or Black Mouth Cur or Plott Hound? Picardy Spaniel or Black Mouth Cur or {name3 shedding:	Picardy Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are low shedders. See more.	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which is best with kids?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Black Mouth Cur 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 Picardy Spaniel or Black Mouth Cur or Plott Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Black Mouth Cur 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Picardy Spaniel or Black Mouth Cur or Plott Hound?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Black Mouth Cur 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 Picardy Spaniel or Black Mouth Cur or Plott Hound?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound?	Yes Picardy Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Black Mouth Cur 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 Picardy Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Black Mouth Cur 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?	Picardy Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Black Mouth Curs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Plott Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Picardy Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Black Mouth Cur 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 Compare cart pulling abilities between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which is best for draft work?	Not really 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which has most military use?	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which has most puppies?	3-5 puppies	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Picardy Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur vs Plott Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Picardy Spaniel, Black Mouth Cur, and Plott Hound. Which has most recognition?	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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