Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Airedale Terrier Versus Plott: Introduction
- Airedale Terrier versus Plott: Overview
- Airedale Terrier versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Airedale Terrier and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the Airedale Terrier and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of Airedale Terrier versus Plott
- Lifespan of Airedale Terrier versus Plott
- Price of Airedale Terrier versus Price of Plott
- Adopting the Airedale Terrier versus Adopting the Plott
- The Popularity of Airedale Terrier versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: Airedale Terrier versus Plott
- Do Airedale Terriers shed more than Plotts?
- Which one drools more, the Airedale Terrier or the Plott
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Airedale Terrier or the Plott?
- Does the Airedale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Do Airedale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Airedale Terrier vs. Plott
- Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Airedale Terrier or the Plott?
- Are Airedale Terriers good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are Airedale Terriers and Plotts?
- Is the Airedale Terrier Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Airedale Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Airedale Terrier versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
Airedale Terrier Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Airedale Terrier and the Plott? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Airedale Terrier and the Plott better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Airedale Terrier and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Airedale Terrier and the Plott is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Airedale Terrier and for the Plott. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Airedale Terrier and the Plott.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Airedale Terrier or the Plott.
Airedale Terrier versus Plott: Overview
Both the Airedale Terrier and the Plott are similar in size. The Airedale Terrier and the Plott are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Airedale Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
On the other hand, the Plott belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Airedale Terrier versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Airedale Terrier to the Plott based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Airedale Terrier and the Plott
| Factor | Airedale Terrier | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 21 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 65 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1360 | $600 |
| Price Range | $950 – $1800 | $480 – $700 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 57 | 161 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Airedale Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Plott. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Airedale Terrier is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Plott is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Plott is a better pet than the Airedale Terrier. So, you should get the Plott!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Airedale Terrier and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Airedale Terrier and the Plott
Below is a list of where the Airedale Terrier and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the Airedale Terrier and the Plott
The Airedale Terrier and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Airedale Terrier and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Airedale Terrier versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Airedale Terrier and the Plott.
Airedale Terriers weigh 40 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Airedale Terriers are 21 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Plotts weigh 40 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Plotts are 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Airedale Terrier versus Plott
The lifespan of Airedale Terriers is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Airedale Terriers is 11.5 years.
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
Plotts live longer than Airedale Terriers.
Price of Airedale Terrier versus Price of Plott
The average price of the Airedale Terrier puppy is $1360. The price of the Airedale Terrier typically ranges from $950 – $1800. However, the price of a Airedale Terrier can be as low as $250 and as high as $3135. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 282 Airedale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Plott puppy is $600. The price of the Plott typically ranges from $480 – $700. However, the price of the Plott can be as low as $300 and as high as $800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 17 Plott puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Airedale Terrier is more expensive than the Plott.
| Airedale Terrier | Plott | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1360 | $600 |
| Price Range | $950 to $1800 | $480 to $700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Airedale Terrier and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many Airedale Terrier puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Airedale Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Plotts
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Airedale Terrier puppy or the Plott puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Airedale Terrier versus Adopting the Plott
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Airedale Terriers and many Plotts are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Airedale Terrier named Dale that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Airedale Terriers like Dale on pefinder.com.
Also, like Airedale Terriers, Plotts are also available for adoption. For example, Treble is a Male Plott that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Plotts like Treble that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Jordan is the name of another Airedale Terrier (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Diesel is an adorable Male Plott on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Airedale Terriers and Plotts that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Airedale Terrier versus Popularity of Plott
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Airedale Terrier and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Airedale Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Airedale Terrier is 57 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Airedale Terrier
Popularity of Plott
| Year | Airedale Terrier Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 56 | 149 |
| 2014 | 57 | 154 |
| 2015 | 53 | 149 |
| 2016 | 55 | 158 |
| 2017 | 55 | 166 |
| 2018 | 60 | 171 |
| 2019 | 60 | 177 |
| 2020 | 62 | 167 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Airedale Terrier versus Plott
Airedale Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Do Airedale Terriers shed more than Plotts?
Airedale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Airedale Terrier or the Plott
Airedale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Airedale Terrier or the Plott?
Airedale Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Does the Airedale Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
Airedale Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Plotts have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Airedale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
Airedale Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Airedale Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Airedale Terrier vs. Plott
Airedale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Airedale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Airedale Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Airedale Terrier or the Plott?
Airedale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Are Airedale Terriers good family dogs? What about Plotts?
Airedale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Airedale Terriers and Plotts?
Airedale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Airedale Terrier Easier to Train than the Plott?
Airedale Terriers are very easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Is the Airedale Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
Airedale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Airedale Terrier or the Plott?
Airedale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Airedale Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Airedale Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Airedale Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Plott that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Plott:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Airedale Terrier and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Airedale Terrier and of the Plott to other breeds:
Airedale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Catahoula Bulldog Plott versus Yorkshire Terrier Plott versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Plott versus Spinone Italiano Plott versus Cockapoo Plott versus Hovawart Plott versus Labradoodle Plott versus Havanese Plott versus Samoyed Plott versus Labradoodle Plott versus Frenchton Plott versus Kerry Blue Terrier Plott versus Goldador Plott versus Leonberger Plott versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Plott versus Saint Berdoodle Plott versus Jack Russell Terrier Plott versus Siberian Husky Plott versus Pointer Plott versus French Spaniel Plott versus Brittany Plott versus Newfoundland Plott versus Beaglier Plott versus Sealyham Terrier
Conclusion: Airedale Terrier versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Airedale Terrier and the Plott better suits you and your family.