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Name	Plott Hound	Blue Heeler	American Staffordshire Terrier
Origins	United States	Australia	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier breeds.	Plott Plotthund	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	Stafford Staffy Amstaff
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	62 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Plott Hound or Blue Heeler or American Staffordshire Terrier? Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier height comparison:	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 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: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	$300-$500	$400-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Plott Hound or Blue Heeler or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is easiest to train?	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most alert?	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most protective?	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare temperaments.	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious
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.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier social needs comparison:	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed. 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 Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most playful?	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.
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Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Plott Hound or Blue Heeler or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?	Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency 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.	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	No data available

Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most active?	Plott Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Plott Hound or Blue Heeler or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Plott Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Plott Hound or Blue Heeler or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Plott Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which needs most food?	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.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black Blue White Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which drools 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 Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine	Dense	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	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 Plott Hound or Blue Heeler or American Staffordshire Terrier? Plott Hound or Blue Heeler or {name3 shedding:	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best with kids?	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Plott Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Plott Hound or Blue Heeler or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Plott Hound or Blue Heeler or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Plott Hound or Blue Heeler or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier 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.	Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.	American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	1-7 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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.

Plott Hound vs Blue Heeler vs American Staffordshire Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Plott Hound, Blue Heeler, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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