Which is Better Between the Bloodhound and the Plott?

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Bloodhound Versus Plott: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound or the Plott.

Bloodhound versus Plott: Overview

A very important difference between the Bloodhound and the Plott is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bloodhound is a large-sized dog while the Plott is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Bloodhound and the Plott are Hound Dogs. This means both the Bloodhound and the Plott 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.

Bloodhound versus Plott: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound and the Plott

Factor Bloodhound Plott
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 5/5
Life Span 11 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Height 23 to 27 inches ttall at the shoulder 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
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
Weight 80 to 110 pounds 40 to 75 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $920 $620
Price Range $700 – $1000 $495 – $700
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound is 64 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 Bloodhound. 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 Bloodhound and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bloodhound and the Plott

    Below is a list of where the Bloodhound and the Plott are most different:

    • Bloodhounds require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Plotts are very easy to groom.
    • Bloodhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Plotts are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Bloodhounds have a very high tendency to drool. However, Plotts do not have the tendency to drool.

    The Similarities Between the Bloodhound and the Plott

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

    • Both the Bloodhound and the Plott do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Bloodhound and the Plott are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Bloodhound and the Plott do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound and the Plott are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Bloodhound and the Plott do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Both the Bloodhound and the Plott are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bloodhound and the Plott get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Bloodhound and the Plott have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Bloodhound and the Plott have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Bloodhound and the Plott require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    Size Comparison of Bloodhound versus Plott

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bloodhound and the Plott.

    Bloodhounds weigh 80 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Bloodhounds are 23 to 27 inches ttall 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 Bloodhound versus Plott

    The lifespan of Bloodhounds is between 11 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Bloodhounds is 13.0 years.

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

    Price of Bloodhound versus Price of Plott

    The average price of the Bloodhound puppy is $920. The price of the Bloodhound typically ranges from $700 – $1000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 168 Bloodhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Plott puppy is $620. The price of the Plott typically ranges from $495 – $700. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 12 Plott puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bloodhound is more expensive than the Plott.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bloodhound and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many Bloodhound puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bloodhounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bloodhounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Plotts

    A breakdown of the prices of Plotts

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Bloodhound 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bloodhound versus Plott

    Bloodhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Plotts do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bloodhounds shed more than Plotts?

    Bloodhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Bloodhound or the Plott

    Bloodhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bloodhound or the Plott?

    Bloodhounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Plotts are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bloodhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?

    Bloodhounds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Bloodhounds Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?

    Bloodhounds 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 Bloodhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bloodhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Bloodhound vs. Plott

    Bloodhounds 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 Bloodhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bloodhounds 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 Bloodhound or the Plott?

    Bloodhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Plotts get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bloodhounds good family dogs? What about Plotts?

    Bloodhounds 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 Bloodhounds and Plotts?

    Bloodhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Bloodhound Easier to Train than the Plott?

    Bloodhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Plotts are very easy to train.

    Is the Bloodhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?

    Bloodhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bloodhound or the Plott?

    Bloodhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound and the Plott better suits you and your family.