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- English Cocker Spaniel Versus Plott: Introduction
- English Cocker Spaniel versus Plott: Overview
- English Cocker Spaniel versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of English Cocker Spaniel versus Plott
- Price of English Cocker Spaniel versus Price of Plott
- Adopting the English Cocker Spaniel versus Adopting the Plott
- The Popularity of English Cocker Spaniel versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: English Cocker Spaniel versus Plott
- Which one drools more, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Plott
- Can English Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do English Cocker Spaniels shed more than Plotts?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Plott?
- Can English Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Is the English Cocker Spaniel Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Do English Cocker Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Wanderlust Potential: English Cocker Spaniel vs. Plott
- Are English Cocker Spaniels good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are English Cocker Spaniels and Plotts?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Plott?
- Does the English Cocker Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Cocker Spaniel
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: English Cocker Spaniel versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
English Cocker Spaniel Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the English Cocker 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 English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Cocker 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 English Cocker 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the English Cocker 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 English Cocker Spaniel or the Plott
English Cocker Spaniel versus Plott: Overview
A very important difference between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The English Cocker Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Plott is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the English Cocker 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.
English Cocker Spaniel versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the English Cocker 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.
| Factor | English Cocker Spaniel | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 3 inches to 1 foot, 5 inches tall at the s | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Weight | 26 to 34 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 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 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1500 | $600 |
| Price Range | $1200 – $1800 | $480 – $700 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 55 | 161 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the English Cocker 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 a English Cocker Spaniel is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Plott is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the English Cocker Spaniel is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the English Cocker Spaniel!
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 English Cocker 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 English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott
Below is a list of where the English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott
The English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of English Cocker Spaniel versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott.
English Cocker Spaniels weigh 26 to 34 pounds when fully grown. English Cocker Spaniels are 1 foot, 3 inches to 1 foot, 5 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.
Price of English Cocker Spaniel versus Price of Plott
The average price of the English Cocker Spaniel puppy is $1500. The price of the English Cocker Spaniel typically ranges from $1200 – $1800. However, the price of a English Cocker Spaniel can be as low as $650 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 90 English Cocker Spaniel 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 a 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 English Cocker Spaniel is more expensive than the Plott.
| English Cocker Spaniel | Plott | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1500 | $600 |
| Price Range | $1200 to $1800 | $480 to $700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the English Cocker Spaniel and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many English Cocker Spaniel puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of English Cocker Spaniels. 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 English Cocker Spaniel 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the English Cocker Spaniel versus Adopting the Plott
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many English Cocker Spaniels 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 English Cocker Spaniel named Rascal that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable English Cocker Spaniels like Rascal on pefinder.com.
Also, like English Cocker Spaniels, Plotts are also available for adoption. For example, Duke is a Male Plott that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Plotts like Duke that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also Tyson, an adorable Male Plott on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more English Cocker Spaniels and Plotts that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of English Cocker 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 English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the English Cocker Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the English Cocker Spaniel is 55 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of English Cocker Spaniel
Popularity of Plott
| Year | English Cocker Spaniel Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 62 | 149 |
| 2014 | 62 | 154 |
| 2015 | 60 | 149 |
| 2016 | 56 | 158 |
| 2017 | 52 | 166 |
| 2018 | 52 | 171 |
| 2019 | 50 | 177 |
| 2020 | 47 | 167 |
Tolerates Being Alone: English Cocker Spaniel versus Plott
English Cocker Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Which one drools more, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Plott
English Cocker Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Can English Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
English Cocker Spaniels can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Do English Cocker Spaniels shed more than Plotts?
English Cocker Spaniels shed moderately.
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Plott?
English Cocker Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Plott?
English Cocker Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Can English Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
English Cocker Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Is the English Cocker Spaniel Easier to Train than the Plott?
English Cocker Spaniels are very easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Do English Cocker Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
English Cocker Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: English Cocker Spaniel vs. Plott
English Cocker 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.
Is the English Cocker Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
English Cocker Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Are English Cocker Spaniels good family dogs? What about Plotts?
English Cocker 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 English Cocker Spaniels and Plotts?
English Cocker Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Plott?
English Cocker Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Does the English Cocker Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
English Cocker Spaniels 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.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Cocker Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the English Cocker 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 English Cocker Spaniel:
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 English Cocker Spaniel and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the English Cocker Spaniel and of the Plott to other breeds:
English Cocker Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
English Cocker Spaniel versus American Water Spaniel English Cocker Spaniel versus Scottish Terrier English Cocker Spaniel versus Alaskan Malamute English Cocker Spaniel versus Goldendoodle English Cocker Spaniel versus Cavachon English Cocker Spaniel versus Keeshond English Cocker Spaniel versus Chinese Shar-Pei English Cocker Spaniel versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde English Cocker Spaniel versus Manchester Terrier English Cocker Spaniel versus Tibetan Mastiff
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Shihpoo Plott versus Silky Terrier Plott versus Shihpoo Plott versus Finnish Lapphund Plott versus Standard Poodle Plott versus Kuvasz Plott versus Dalmatian Plott versus Azawakh Plott versus Papillon Plott versus Norfolk Terrier
Conclusion: English Cocker 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 English Cocker Spaniel and the Plott better suits you and your family.