Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Comparison – Which dog is better Plott or Japanese Shiba Inu?

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Name	Plott Hound	Shiba Inu
Origins	United States	Japan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	166	45
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Plott Hound and Shiba Inu. What other names are these breeds known by?	Plott Plotthund	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Plott Hound and a Shiba Inu. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Plott Hound and a Shiba Inu. Which breed is heavier?	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Plott Hound or Shiba Inu? Is a Plott Hound taller than a Shiba Inu?	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Plott Hound and a Shiba Inu. Which breed costs more?	$300-$500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Plott Hound or Shiba Inu?	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare training requirements.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare alertness levels.	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare territorial behaviors.	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Plott Hound and a Shiba Inu. How do their temperaments differ?	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu?	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu?	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 Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu? Which can be better for hunting?	Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare play drive and energy.	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Plott Hound or Shiba Inu?	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 Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Plott Hound and a Shiba Inu. Which breed is healthier?	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu?	Frequent The Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax

Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare activity levels.	Plott Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Plott Hound or Shiba Inu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Plott Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Plott Hound or Shiba Inu?	Plott Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare daily food needs.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Plott Hound and Shiba Inu? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare drooling amounts.	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 Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Plott Hound and a Shiba Inu? Compare fur types.	Fine	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Plott Hound or Shiba Inu? Do Plott Hound dogs shed more than Shiba Inu dogs?	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare kid-friendliness.	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Plott Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Plott Hound or Shiba Inu? Which dog is more friendly?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Plott Hound or Shiba Inu?	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Plott Hound or Shiba Inu? Can a Plott Hound and a Shiba Inu be friends? Do Plott Hound dogs get along with Shiba Inu dogs?	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu?	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Plott Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiba Inu 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.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.

Plott Hound vs Shiba Inu As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Plott Hound or a Shiba Inu? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Plott Hound and Shiba Inu. Which has stronger military background?	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 Shiba Inu Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Plott Hound and Shiba Inu. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Plott Hound and Shiba Inu breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Plott Hound and Shiba Inu. Which needs longer recovery?	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 Shiba Inu Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Plott Hound and Shiba Inu. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Plott Hound and Shiba Inu. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Plott Hound and Shiba Inu. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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

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