Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Plott: Introduction
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus Plott: Overview
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Plott
- Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Plott
- Adopting the Flat-Coated Retriever versus Adopting the Plott
- The Popularity of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Plott
- Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Plott
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Plotts?
- Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Plott?
- Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Plott
- Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are Flat-Coated Retrievers and Plotts?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever or the Plott
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Plott: Overview
Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott are similar in size. The Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 | Flat-Coated Retriever | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1350 | $600 |
| Price Range | $1150 – $1800 | $480 – $700 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 94 | 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Plott is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Flat-Coated Retriever is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Flat-Coated Retriever!
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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott
Below is a list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott
The Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott.
Flat-Coated Retrievers weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Flat-Coated Retrievers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet 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.
Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Plott
The average price of the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy is $1350. The price of the Flat-Coated Retriever typically ranges from $1150 – $1800. However, the price of a Flat-Coated Retriever can be as low as $100 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 8 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever is more expensive than the Plott.
| Flat-Coated Retriever | Plott | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1350 | $600 |
| Price Range | $1150 to $1800 | $480 to $700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Flat-Coated Retriever and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many Flat-Coated Retriever puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Flat-Coated Retrievers. 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever versus Adopting the Plott
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-Coated Retriever named Clarence that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Flat-Coated Retrievers like Clarence on pefinder.com.
Also, like Flat-Coated Retrievers, Plotts are also available for adoption. For example, Tyson is a Male Plott that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Plotts like Tyson that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Palisade is the name of another Flat-Coated Retriever (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Basil, an adorable Male Plott on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Flat-Coated Retrievers and Plotts that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Flat-Coated Retriever is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Flat-Coated Retriever is 94 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Flat-Coated Retriever
Popularity of Plott
| Year | Flat-Coated Retriever Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 94 | 149 |
| 2014 | 92 | 154 |
| 2015 | 86 | 149 |
| 2016 | 89 | 158 |
| 2017 | 96 | 166 |
| 2018 | 91 | 171 |
| 2019 | 104 | 177 |
| 2020 | 102 | 167 |
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Plott
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Plott?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Plott
Flat-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Plotts?
Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
Flat-Coated Retrievers 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.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Plott?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Plott?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
Flat-Coated Retrievers 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: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Plott
Flat-Coated Retrievers 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.
Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Plotts?
Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers and Plotts?
Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-Coated Retriever or the Plott?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever:
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 Flat-Coated Retriever and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever and of the Plott to other breeds:
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Flat-Coated Retriever versus American Hairless Terrier Flat-Coated Retriever versus Irish Water Spaniel Flat-Coated Retriever versus Dogue de Bordeaux Flat-Coated Retriever versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Flat-Coated Retriever versus Golden Retriever Flat-Coated Retriever versus Mastiff Flat-Coated Retriever versus Chow Chow Flat-Coated Retriever versus Boerboel Flat-Coated Retriever versus American Foxhound Flat-Coated Retriever versus Cesky Terrier
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Neapolitan Mastiff Plott versus Doberman Pinscher Plott versus American Hairless Terrier Plott versus Akbash Plott versus Miniature Poodle Plott versus Norfolk Terrier Plott versus Mountain Cur Plott versus Sussex Spaniel Plott versus Labradoodle Plott versus Greyhound
Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Plott better suits you and your family.