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Name	Plott Hound	English Pointer	Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Origins	United States	England	Poland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog breeds.	Plott Plotthund	English Pointer	Nizinny Valee Sheepdog Polski Owczarek Nizinny
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Compare adult weight ranges.	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	30-50 pounds (14-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)	40 pounds (18.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Plott Hound or English Pointer or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog height comparison:	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	16-20 inches (41-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)

Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$300-$500	$400-$500	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Plott Hound or English Pointer or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which is easiest to train?	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which breed is most alert?	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which breed is most protective?	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Compare temperaments.	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Agile Lively Outright Tempered Selfish Confidence Perceptive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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 English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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.	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which breed is most playful?	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer 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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog indoors.
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Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Plott Hound or English Pointer or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	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.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Polish Lowland Sheepdog: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which has fewer health issues?	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Polish Lowland Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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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.	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Polish Lowland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	No data available

Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which breed is most active?	Plott Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Plott Hound or English Pointer or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Plott Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Plott Hound or English Pointer or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Plott Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which needs most food?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black White Brown Yellow	Black Gray White Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. 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 English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine	Dense	Fluffy Shaggy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. 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 English Pointer or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Plott Hound or English Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which is best with kids?	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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.	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Plott Hound or English Pointer or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Plott Hound or English Pointer or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Plott Hound or English Pointer or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. 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, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	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, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Polish Lowland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. 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, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Plott Hound vs English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	2-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. 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, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. 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 English Pointer vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2001 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Plott Hound, English Pointer, and Polish Lowland Sheepdog. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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