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Name	Plott Hound	Catahoula Leopard Dog	Great Pyrenees
Origins	United States	United States	Spain France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Plott Plotthund	Catahoula Cur Catahoula Hound Catahoula Hog Dog	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees? Which is the smallest dog, Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Medium	Large Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees weight comparison:	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	55-80 pounds (16-37 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	67.5 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees? Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-58 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$300-$500	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.	Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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.	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 Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees trainability comparison.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees? 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.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees? Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Loving Independent Energetic Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are less 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: Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Pyrenees 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.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Great Pyrenees 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?	Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Great Pyrenees 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees playfulness comparison:	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Catahoula Leopard Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Catahoula Leopard Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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: Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees?	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.	Great Pyrenees 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees health comparison. Which is the healthier: Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Deafness	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees lifespan comparison. How long do Plott Hound, Catahoula Leopard Dog and Great Pyrenees breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	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 cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees coat comparison:	Fine	Smooth	Dense Double
Colors What are the original Plott Hound, Catahoula Leopard Dog and Great Pyrenees color?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Silver Brown Brindle Tricolor	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees? Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Catahoula Leopard Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees? Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or {name3 shedding:	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are low shedders. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees?	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.
Hypoallergenic Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Plott Hound or Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Pyrenees 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Pyrenees 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.	Catahoula Leopard Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog or Great Pyrenees? 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Catahoula Leopard Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees 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.	Yes 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and Great Pyrenees have?	6-10 puppies	8-12 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Plott Hound vs Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	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 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	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

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