Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Crested Versus Plott: Introduction
- Chinese Crested versus Plott: Overview
- Chinese Crested versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Plott
- Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Plott
- Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Plott
- The Popularity of Chinese Crested versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Plott
- Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Plotts?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Plott
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Plott?
- Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Plott
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Plott?
- Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Plotts?
- Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Crested Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested or the Plott.
Chinese Crested versus Plott: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinese Crested and the Plott is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog while the Plott is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chinese Crested belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
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.
Chinese Crested versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Plott
| Factor | Chinese Crested | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | Up to 12 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1430 | $600 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1600 | $480 – $700 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 75 | 161 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Plott is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Chinese Crested!
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 Chinese Crested and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Plott
Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Plott
The Chinese Crested and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Plott.
Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 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 Chinese Crested versus Plott
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
Plotts live longer than Chinese Cresteds.
Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Plott
The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1430. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1600. However, the price of a Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested is more expensive than the Plott.
| Chinese Crested | Plott | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1430 | $600 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1600 | $480 to $700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Crested and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Crested puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. 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 Chinese Crested 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.
The Popularity of Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chinese Crested is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chinese Crested is 75 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Chinese Crested
Popularity of Plott
| Year | Chinese Crested Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 68 | 149 |
| 2014 | 65 | 154 |
| 2015 | 75 | 149 |
| 2016 | 77 | 158 |
| 2017 | 79 | 166 |
| 2018 | 79 | 171 |
| 2019 | 80 | 177 |
| 2020 | 79 | 167 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Plott
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Plotts?
Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Crested or the Plott
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Plott?
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Plott
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Crested or the Plott?
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Plotts?
Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Cresteds and Plotts?
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Plott?
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Plott?
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested:
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 Chinese Crested and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Plott to other breeds:
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Bichon Frise Chinese Crested versus English Cocker Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Irish Terrier Chinese Crested versus Samoyed Chinese Crested versus Akita Chow Chinese Crested versus Bulldog Chinese Crested versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Chinese Crested versus Dogue de Bordeaux Chinese Crested versus Goldador Chinese Crested versus Pharaoh Hound Chinese Crested versus Airedale Terrier Chinese Crested versus Italian Greyhound Chinese Crested versus Akita Chow Chinese Crested versus Catahoula Bulldog Chinese Crested versus Boykin Spaniel Chinese Crested versus German Pinscher Chinese Crested versus Flat-Coated Retriever Chinese Crested versus Kishu Ken Chinese Crested versus Pug Chinese Crested versus Whippet Chinese Crested versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Chinese Crested versus Spanish Mastiff Chinese Crested versus Cavachon Chinese Crested versus Puli Chinese Crested versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Weimaraner Plott versus Rottweiler Plott versus Valley Bulldog Plott versus Japanese Chin Plott versus Ibizan Hound Plott versus Labradoodle Plott versus Border Terrier Plott versus Whippet Plott versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Plott versus Aussiedoodle Plott versus Whippet Plott versus American Hairless Terrier Plott versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Plott versus Puli Plott versus Patterdale Terrier Plott versus Spinone Italiano Plott versus Australian Cattle Dog Plott versus American Staffordshire Terrier Plott versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Plott versus American Eskimo Dog Plott versus Siberian Husky Plott versus Welsh Terrier Plott versus Cockapoo Plott versus Cockalier
Conclusion: Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Plott better suits you and your family.