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Name	Plott Hound	Koolie	Great Dane
Origins	United States	Australia	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Plott Plotthund	German Coolie German Koolie Australian Koolie	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane?	Medium	Large Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Plott Hound or Koolie or Koolie? Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane weight comparison:	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	33-53 pounds (15-24 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	43 pounds (19.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane? Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane height comparison:	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	13-23 inches (34-60 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	18 inches (47 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$400-$600	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane?	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.	Average: The Koolie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane 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.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane trainability comparison.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Koolie dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane?	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Koolie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane? 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.	Koolie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane? Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Intelligent Affectionate Dominant Dedicated Temperate Diligent	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Koolie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane 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 Koolie vs Great Dane?	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Koolie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Koolie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Dane 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.	Koolie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Great Dane 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.	Koolie 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.	Great Dane 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 Koolie vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Koolies, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane?	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Koolie barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. 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 Koolie or Great Dane?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Koolie indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane 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.	Koolie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Koolie 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.	Great Dane 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 Koolie vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane?	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Koolie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	No data available	Blindness Deafness	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
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 Koolie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Dane 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 Koolie vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Plott Hound, Koolie and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years	16-18 years The average lifespan of Koolie: 17 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane?	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.	8 to 10 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 Koolie vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Koolie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane coat comparison:	Fine	Rough Smooth Double	Dense
Colors What are the original Plott Hound, Koolie and Great Dane color?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black Red Blue Tricolor Chocolate Merle	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane? Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Koolie doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane? Plott Hound or Koolie or {name3 shedding:	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Koolie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane 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 Koolie or Great Dane?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane 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 Koolie vs Great Dane?	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Koolie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane 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 Koolie is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Dane 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.

Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane 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.	Koolie dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Koolie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Dane 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 Koolie or Great Dane?	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Koolie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Koolie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Plott Hound or Koolie or Great Dane?	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Koolie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane?	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Koolie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane 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 Koolie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane 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.	Koolies are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane 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 Koolie or Great Dane? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Koolie vs Great Dane?	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Koolie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane 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 Koolie and Great Dane have?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Plott Hound vs Koolie vs Great Dane 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 1887 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	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Australian National Kennel Council	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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