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Name	Plott Hound	Australian Cattle Dog	Whippet
Origins	United States	Australia	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	166	56	61
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Plott Plotthund	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet? Which is the smallest dog, Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet weight comparison:	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet? Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet height comparison:	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$500-$700	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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 Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet trainability comparison.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet? 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.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet? Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet?	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet social needs comparison:	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Plott Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet playfulness comparison:	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet?	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. 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 Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet 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.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Whippet 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 Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet mouthiness comparison:	Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet?	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet lifespan comparison. How long do Plott Hound, Australian Cattle Dog and Whippet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet?	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 Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Fine Short Close in texture
Colors What are the original Plott Hound, Australian Cattle Dog and Whippet color?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Red Blue Speckled Mottled	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet? Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet? Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. 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 Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet?	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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 Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet 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.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet 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 Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Plott Hound or Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet?	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet?	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Whippet 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.	No Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Plott Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet 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.	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 Australian Cattle Dog or Whippet? 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.	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.	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.	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 Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet?	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	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.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Plott Hound and Australian Cattle Dog and Whippet have?	6-10 puppies	1-7 puppies, average 5	4-8 puppies
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Plott Hound vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Whippet 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 1980 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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 Canadian Canine Registry

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