Plott
Also called Plott Hound
- Great with kids
- Needs space
- Needs lots of exercise
- Barks a lot
The Plott is a medium-sized breed that originated in the United States. They are an active breed, and need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. They have a short, thick coat, and come in a variety of colors. They are loyal and devoted to their owners, and make good family companions.
- Weight
- 40–60 lb (18–27 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 20–25 in (51–64 cm)
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Exercise
- About 60 minutes a day
- Coat
- Short, Smooth
- Origin
- United States
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Good with children
- Other dogs: OK with other dogs
- Strangers: Reserved with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Very energetic
- Apartment living: Not suited to apartments
- Barking: Barks often
- Training: Easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Little grooming
- Shedding: Sheds moderately
- Drooling: Hardly drools
Temperament
Bold
Confident
Energetic
Independent
Intelligent
Loyal
Coat colours
Brindle (various shades), brindle with black saddle, buckskin and solid black
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 51–60 lb (23–27 kg) | 40–55 lb (18–25 kg) |
| Height | 20–25 in (51–64 cm) | 20–23 in (51–58 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Plott
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Breeds of a similar size
All medium breeds
Sources
- Plott Hound Dog Breed Information - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Plott Breed Standard - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Plott Hound Dog Breed and Characteristics - ShowSight (opens in a new tab)
- Plott Hound Dog Breed Information & Characteristics - Daily Paws (opens in a new tab)
- Plott Hound Breed: Characteristics, Care & Photos - Chewy (opens in a new tab)
- Plott Hound | PetMD (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).