Breed Comparison: American Water Spaniel Versus Plott

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American Water Spaniel Versus Plott: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel and the Plott.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel or the Plott.

American Water Spaniel versus Plott: Overview

Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott are similar in size. The American Water Spaniel and the Plott are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the American Water Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

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.

American Water Spaniel versus Plott: Comparison Table

The table below compares the American Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel and the Plott

Factor American Water Spaniel Plott
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 3 inches to 1 foot, 6 inches tall at the s 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Weight 25 to 45 pounds 40 to 75 pounds
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 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 13.5 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data $480 – $700
Average Price No Data $600
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination- Biennial exams until age 6 (every two years).
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 159 161

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the American Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel is 71 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 American Water Spaniel. 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 American Water Spaniel and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Water Spaniel and the Plott

    Below is a list of where the American Water Spaniel and the Plott are most different:

  • American Water Spaniels do not get along well with other dogs. However, Plotts get along well with other dogs.
  • American Water Spaniels have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Plotts have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • The Similarities Between the American Water Spaniel and the Plott

    The American Water Spaniel and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Water Spaniel and the Plott are most similar:

  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott are very easy to train.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the American Water Spaniel and the Plott require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of American Water Spaniel versus Plott

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Water Spaniel and the Plott.

    American Water Spaniels weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. American Water Spaniels are 1 foot, 3 inches to 1 foot, 6 inches tall at the s 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 American Water Spaniel versus Plott

    The lifespan of American Water Spaniels is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of American Water Spaniels is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.

    American Water Spaniels live longer than Plotts.

    The Popularity of American Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel and the Plott over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the American Water Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the American Water Spaniel is 159 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of American Water Spaniel

    Popularity of American Water Spaniel

    Popularity of Plott

    Popularity of Plott

    Year American Water Spaniel Popularity Rank Plott Popularity Rank
    2013 144 149
    2014 160 154
    2015 157 149
    2016 156 158
    2017 167 166
    2018 166 171
    2019 164 177
    2020 158 167

    Tolerates Being Alone: American Water Spaniel versus Plott

    American Water Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Plotts do not like to be left alone.

    Do American Water Spaniels shed more than Plotts?

    American Water Spaniels shed moderately.

    Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the American Water Spaniel or the Plott

    American Water Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the American Water Spaniel or the Plott?

    American Water Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.

    Plotts are very easy to groom.

    Does the American Water Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?

    American Water Spaniels have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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 American Water Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?

    American Water Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can American Water Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?

    American Water Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: American Water Spaniel vs. Plott

    American Water Spaniels 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 American Water Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?

    American Water Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Plotts can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Water Spaniel or the Plott?

    American Water Spaniels do not get along well with other dogs.

    Plotts get along very well with other dogs.

    Are American Water Spaniels good family dogs? What about Plotts?

    American Water Spaniels 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 American Water Spaniels and Plotts?

    American Water Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the American Water Spaniel Easier to Train than the Plott?

    American Water Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Plotts are very easy to train.

    Is the American Water Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?

    American Water Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Water Spaniel or the Plott?

    American Water Spaniels 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 American Water Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the American Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel:

  • Border Collie (74 percent match with American Water Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs Border Collie.

    • 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:

  • Patterdale Terrier (77 percent match with Plott). Here is our comparison of the American Water Spaniel vs Patterdale Terrier.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (77 percent match with Plott). Here is our comparison of the American Water Spaniel vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the American Water Spaniel and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the American Water Spaniel and of the Plott to other breeds:

    American Water Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: American Water Spaniel 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 American Water Spaniel and the Plott better suits you and your family.