Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound Comparison – Which dog is better Plott or Bluetick Hound?

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

Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound? Is the Plott Hound bigger than the Bluetick Coonhound breed? Is a Plott Hound smaller than a Bluetick Coonhound?	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound? Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound weight comparison:	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	62.5 pounds (28 kg)
Height Which is taller, Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound? Is a Plott Hound taller than a Bluetick Coonhound?	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	20-27 inches (51-69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	23.5 inches (60 cm)

Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound Price and Availability Comparison

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

Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound smarter? Which is best? Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound?	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound? 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.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound? Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Active Friendly Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound social needs comparison:	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound 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 Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Plott Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound playfulness comparison:	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bluetick Coonhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bluetick Coonhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound 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.	Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound?	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 Bluetick Coonhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bluetick Coonhound 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 a Bluetick Coonhound?	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bluetick Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound mouthiness comparison:	Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Bluetick Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Bloat Krabbe's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Frequent The Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Bluetick Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound lifespan comparison. How long do Plott Hound and Bluetick Coonhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Plott Hound and Bluetick Coonhound?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bluetick Coonhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound?	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.

Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound? Does the Plott Hound breed eat more than the Bluetick Coonhound breed?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	3 to 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? Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bluetick Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound coat comparison:	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Plott Hound and Bluetick Coonhound color? Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound color comparison:	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black Tan Blue Ticked
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound? Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Bluetick Coonhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound? Do Plott Hound dogs shed more than Bluetick Coonhound dogs?	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs shed moderately. 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 Bluetick Coonhound?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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 or Bluetick Coonhound?	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound?	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 Bluetick Coonhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound 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.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound?	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Plott Hound or Bluetick Coonhound? Can a Plott Hound and a Bluetick Coonhound be friends? Do Plott Hound dogs get along with Bluetick Coonhound dogs?	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bluetick Coonhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound 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.	Bluetick Coonhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound? 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound?	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bluetick Coonhound have? Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Plott Hound vs Bluetick Coonhound 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 2009 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?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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