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Plott Hound
Weight
Male
23
- 27
kg
Female
18
- 25
kg
Length
Male
51
- 64
cm
Female
51
- 58
cm
Average lifespan
12
- 14
Years
About the Breed
The Plott Hound is a scenthound with a distinctive name and a remarkable history, known for its toughness and determination in the field and its calm, gentlemanly nature at home. Fearless and resolute while working, the Plott is a relentless hunter, yet indoors it is composed and even-tempered. This striking breed holds the distinction of being the official state dog of North Carolina.
Athletic and streamlined, the Plott Hound is a long-tailed, light-footed hunter that can stand up to 25 inches at the shoulder. Its eye-catching coat appears in a wide range of brindle patterns, from black streaked with gold to vivid shades of orange and rich russet, along with a few solid colors. Medium-length ears hang neatly, while the black pigmentation of the nose, lips, and eye rims highlights an expression that is both inquisitive and confident.
Athletic and streamlined, the Plott Hound is a long-tailed, light-footed hunter that can stand up to 25 inches at the shoulder. Its eye-catching coat appears in a wide range of brindle patterns, from black streaked with gold to vivid shades of orange and rich russet, along with a few solid colors. Medium-length ears hang neatly, while the black pigmentation of the nose, lips, and eye rims highlights an expression that is both inquisitive and confident.
Breed Traits
Affectionate with Family
Independent
Lovey-Dovey
How affectionate the breed is with family and familiar people; some are reserved except with their owner, while others are friendly with everyone they know.
Good with Young Children
Not Recommended
Good With Children
How patient the breed is with children and how family-friendly it is overall; always supervise around young kids or those unfamiliar with dogs.
Good with Other Dogs
Not Recommended
Good With Other Dogs
How friendly the breed is toward other dogs; while supervision is always needed, some breeds are naturally more comfortable around dogs at home and in public.
Shedding Level
No Shedding
Hair Everywhere
How much shedding the breed typically has; heavier shedders need more brushing, may trigger allergies more, and require frequent cleaning to remove fur.
Coat Grooming Frequency
Monthly
Daily
How often the breed needs bathing, brushing, trimming, or other coat care; consider your time, patience, and budget, and note that all breeds need regular nail trimming.
Drooling Level
Less Likely to Drool
Always Have a Towel
How prone the breed is to drooling; if you prefer cleanliness, breeds that leave noticeable slobber may not be a good fit.
Coat Type
Coat Length
Trainability Level
Self-Willed
Eager to Please
How trainable the breed is and how willing it is to learn; some aim to please their owners, while others are more strong-willed and prefer doing things their own way.
Energy Level
Couch Potato
High Energy
How much exercise and mental activity the breed needs; high-energy breeds stay active all day, while low-energy breeds are happy to relax and sleep.
Barking Level
Only To Alert
Very Vocal
How often the breed makes sounds like barking or howling; some are very vocal, others only in certain situations, and even quiet breeds may communicate in other ways.
Mental Stimulation Needs
Happy to Lounge
Needs a Job or Activity
How much mental stimulation the breed needs; working breeds often need challenges to stay engaged, or they may create their own (often unwanted) entertainment.
📚 Sources & references
The breed standard information is based on reliable references, with the content rephrased to suit the reader.
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American Kennel Club (AKC)
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/plott-hound/ -
Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plott_Hound
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