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- English Springer Spaniel Versus Plott: Introduction
- English Springer Spaniel versus Plott: Overview
- English Springer Spaniel versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Springer Spaniel and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the English Springer Spaniel and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of English Springer Spaniel versus Plott
- Lifespan of English Springer Spaniel versus Plott
- Price of English Springer Spaniel versus Price of Plott
- The Popularity of English Springer Spaniel versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: English Springer Spaniel versus Plott
- Do English Springer Spaniels shed more than Plotts?
- Which one drools more, the English Springer Spaniel or the Plott
- Which is Easier to Groom, the English Springer Spaniel or the Plott?
- Does the English Springer Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Do English Springer Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Can English Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: English Springer Spaniel vs. Plott
- Can English Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Springer Spaniel or the Plott?
- Are English Springer Spaniels good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are English Springer Spaniels and Plotts?
- Is the English Springer Spaniel Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Springer Spaniel
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: English Springer Spaniel versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
English Springer Spaniel Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the English Springer 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 English Springer 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 Springer Spaniel and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Springer 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 Springer 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 English Springer 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 Springer Spaniel or the Plott.
English Springer Spaniel versus Plott: Overview
Both the English Springer Spaniel and the Plott are similar in size. The English Springer Spaniel and the Plott are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the English Springer 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 Springer Spaniel versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the English Springer 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 English Springer Spaniel and the Plott
| Factor | English Springer Spaniel | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 10 inches tall at the | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 55 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 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 |
| Life Span | 9 to 15 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1310 | $600 |
| Price Range | $950 – $1600 | $480 – $700 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 27 | 161 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the English Springer 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 English Springer Spaniel is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Plott is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the English Springer Spaniel is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the English Springer 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 Springer 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 Springer Spaniel and the Plott
Below is a list of where the English Springer Spaniel and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the English Springer Spaniel and the Plott
The English Springer Spaniel and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Springer Spaniel and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of English Springer Spaniel versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Springer Spaniel and the Plott.
English Springer Spaniels weigh 45 to 55 pounds when fully grown. English Springer Spaniels are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 10 inches tall at the 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 English Springer Spaniel versus Plott
The lifespan of English Springer Spaniels is between 9 to 15 years. The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniels 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 English Springer Spaniels.
Price of English Springer Spaniel versus Price of Plott
The average price of the English Springer Spaniel puppy is $1310. The price of the English Springer Spaniel typically ranges from $950 – $1600. However, the price of a English Springer Spaniel can be as low as $500 and as high as $3300. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 334 English Springer 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 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 English Springer Spaniel is more expensive than the Plott.
| English Springer Spaniel | Plott | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1310 | $600 |
| Price Range | $950 to $1600 | $480 to $700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the English Springer Spaniel and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many English Springer Spaniel puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of English Springer 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 Springer 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 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 English Springer 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 Springer Spaniel and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the English Springer Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the English Springer Spaniel is 27 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of English Springer Spaniel
Popularity of Plott
| Year | English Springer Spaniel Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 28 | 149 |
| 2014 | 28 | 154 |
| 2015 | 27 | 149 |
| 2016 | 26 | 158 |
| 2017 | 27 | 166 |
| 2018 | 27 | 171 |
| 2019 | 27 | 177 |
| 2020 | 26 | 167 |
Tolerates Being Alone: English Springer Spaniel versus Plott
English Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Do English Springer Spaniels shed more than Plotts?
English Springer Spaniels shed moderately.
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the English Springer Spaniel or the Plott
English Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the English Springer Spaniel or the Plott?
English Springer Spaniels require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Does the English Springer Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
English Springer 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.
Do English Springer Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
English Springer Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can English Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
English Springer Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: English Springer Spaniel vs. Plott
English Springer 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 English Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
English Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Springer Spaniel or the Plott?
English Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Are English Springer Spaniels good family dogs? What about Plotts?
English Springer 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 Springer Spaniels and Plotts?
English Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the English Springer Spaniel Easier to Train than the Plott?
English Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Is the English Springer Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
English Springer Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Springer Spaniel or the Plott?
English Springer Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Springer Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the English Springer 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 Springer 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 Springer Spaniel and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the English Springer Spaniel and of the Plott to other breeds:
English Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Plott versus Brittany Plott versus Gordon Setter Plott versus Pyrenean Shepherd Plott versus Chinook Plott versus Pekingese Plott versus French Spaniel Plott versus Basset Hound Plott versus German Pinscher Plott versus Belgian Sheepdog Plott versus American Hairless Terrier Plott versus Spanish Mastiff Plott versus English Cocker Spaniel Plott versus Boerboel Plott versus American Pit Bull Terrier Plott versus Sussex Spaniel Plott versus Goldador Plott versus Samoyed Plott versus Chinese Shar-Pei Plott versus Westiepoo Plott versus Mastiff Plott versus Spanish Mastiff Plott versus Ibizan Hound Plott versus Azawakh
Conclusion: English Springer 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 Springer Spaniel and the Plott better suits you and your family.