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

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Name	Plott Hound	American Foxhound
Origins	United States	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	166	187
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Plott Plotthund	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Plott Hound vs American Foxhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Plott Hound or American Foxhound? Is the Plott Hound bigger than the American Foxhound breed? Is a Plott Hound smaller than an American Foxhound?	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Plott Hound or American Foxhound? Plott Hound vs American Foxhound weight comparison:	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Plott Hound or American Foxhound? Is a Plott Hound taller than an American Foxhound?	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	21-25 inches (53-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Plott Hound or American Foxhound? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Plott Hound and American Foxhound?	$300-$500	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Plott Hound or American Foxhound?	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The American Foxhound is easier than average to get.

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Plott Hound or American Foxhound smarter? Which is best? Plott Hound vs American Foxhound intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Plott Hound vs American Foxhound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Plott Hound vs American Foxhound?	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Plott Hound or American Foxhound?	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Plott Hound or American Foxhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Plott Hound or American Foxhound? Plott Hound vs American Foxhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Loving Independent Intelligent Loyal Tempered Kind Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Plott Hound vs American Foxhound?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Plott Hound vs American Foxhound?	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Plott Hound vs American Foxhound social needs comparison:	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Plott Hound vs American Foxhound?	Plott Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	American Foxhound 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 Plott Hound vs American Foxhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Plott Hound vs American Foxhound playfulness comparison:	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The American Foxhound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Plott Hound vs American Foxhound?	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: American Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Plott Hound or American Foxhound?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the American Foxhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Plott Hound or American Foxhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Plott Hound more dangerous than an American Foxhound?	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Plott Hound vs American Foxhound mouthiness comparison:	Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Plott Hound or American Foxhound? Does the Plott Hound breed eat more than the American Foxhound breed?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Plott Hound vs American Foxhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The American Foxhound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Plott Hound vs American Foxhound coat comparison:	Fine	Rough
Colors What are the original Plott Hound and American Foxhound color? Plott Hound vs American Foxhound color comparison:	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Plott Hound or American Foxhound? Plott Hound vs American Foxhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Plott Hound or American Foxhound? Do Plott Hound dogs shed more than American Foxhound dogs?	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	American Foxhound 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: Plott Hound or American Foxhound?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Plott Hound vs American Foxhound 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, Plott Hound or American Foxhound?	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Plott Hound vs American Foxhound?	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.	The American Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Good With Comparison

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

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound 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: Plott Hound or American Foxhound? 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: Plott Hound vs American Foxhound?	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Foxhound 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?	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.
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.

Plott Hound vs American Foxhound 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 Plott Hound and American Foxhound have? Plott Hound vs American Foxhound litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Plott Hound vs American Foxhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available

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