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- Giant Schnauzer Versus Plott: Introduction
- Giant Schnauzer versus Plott: Overview
- Giant Schnauzer versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Giant Schnauzer and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the Giant Schnauzer and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of Giant Schnauzer versus Plott
- Lifespan of Giant Schnauzer versus Plott
- Price of Giant Schnauzer versus Price of Plott
- Adopting the Giant Schnauzer versus Adopting the Plott
- The Popularity of Giant Schnauzer versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: Giant Schnauzer versus Plott
- Do Giant Schnauzers shed more than Plotts?
- Which one drools more, the Giant Schnauzer or the Plott
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Giant Schnauzer or the Plott?
- Does the Giant Schnauzer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Do Giant Schnauzers Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Can Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Giant Schnauzer vs. Plott
- Can Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Giant Schnauzer or the Plott?
- Are Giant Schnauzers good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are Giant Schnauzers and Plotts?
- Is the Giant Schnauzer Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Giant Schnauzer
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Giant Schnauzer versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
Giant Schnauzer Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer or the Plott.
Giant Schnauzer versus Plott: Overview
A very important difference between the Giant Schnauzer and the Plott is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Giant Schnauzer is a large-sized dog while the Plott is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Giant Schnauzer belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
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.
Giant Schnauzer versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Plott
| Factor | Giant Schnauzer | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 80 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2220 | $600 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $2500 | $480 – $700 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 77 | 161 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer is 70 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 Giant Schnauzer. 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Giant Schnauzer and the Plott
Below is a list of where the Giant Schnauzer and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the Giant Schnauzer and the Plott
The Giant Schnauzer and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Giant Schnauzer and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Giant Schnauzer versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Giant Schnauzer and the Plott.
Giant Schnauzers weigh 55 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Giant Schnauzers are 23 to 27 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 Giant Schnauzer versus Plott
The lifespan of Giant Schnauzers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzers is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
Plotts live longer than Giant Schnauzers.
Price of Giant Schnauzer versus Price of Plott
The average price of the Giant Schnauzer puppy is $2220. The price of the Giant Schnauzer typically ranges from $1800 – $2500. However, the price of a Giant Schnauzer can be as low as $1200 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 114 Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer is more expensive than the Plott.
| Giant Schnauzer | Plott | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2220 | $600 |
| Price Range | $1800 to $2500 | $480 to $700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Giant Schnauzer and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many Giant Schnauzer puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Giant Schnauzers. 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 Giant Schnauzer 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.
Adopting the Giant Schnauzer versus Adopting the Plott
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Giant Schnauzers 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 Giant Schnauzer named Hendrix – Costa Mesa Location that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Giant Schnauzers like Hendrix – Costa Mesa Location on pefinder.com.
Also, like Giant Schnauzers, Plotts are also available for adoption. For example, Blitzen is a Male Plott that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Plotts like Blitzen that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Milo is the name of another Giant Schnauzer (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Giant Schnauzers and Plotts that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Giant Schnauzer is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Giant Schnauzer is 77 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Giant Schnauzer
Popularity of Plott
| Year | Giant Schnauzer Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 83 | 149 |
| 2014 | 83 | 154 |
| 2015 | 81 | 149 |
| 2016 | 79 | 158 |
| 2017 | 80 | 166 |
| 2018 | 78 | 171 |
| 2019 | 71 | 177 |
| 2020 | 67 | 167 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Giant Schnauzer versus Plott
Giant Schnauzers do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Do Giant Schnauzers shed more than Plotts?
Giant Schnauzers 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 Giant Schnauzer or the Plott
Giant Schnauzers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Giant Schnauzer or the Plott?
Giant Schnauzers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Does the Giant Schnauzer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
Giant Schnauzers 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 Giant Schnauzers Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
Giant Schnauzers 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 Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Giant Schnauzers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Giant Schnauzer vs. Plott
Giant Schnauzers 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 Giant Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Giant Schnauzers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Giant Schnauzer or the Plott?
Giant Schnauzers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Are Giant Schnauzers good family dogs? What about Plotts?
Giant Schnauzers 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 Giant Schnauzers and Plotts?
Giant Schnauzers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Giant Schnauzer Easier to Train than the Plott?
Giant Schnauzers are very easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Is the Giant Schnauzer Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
Giant Schnauzers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Giant Schnauzer or the Plott?
Giant Schnauzers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Giant Schnauzer
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer:
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 Giant Schnauzer and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Giant Schnauzer and of the Plott to other breeds:
Giant Schnauzer Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Pug Plott versus Dalmatian Plott versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Plott versus Standard Poodle Plott versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Plott versus Australian Kelpie Plott versus Puli Plott versus Lakeland Terrier Plott versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Plott versus Aussiedoodle Plott versus Finnish Lapphund Plott versus Bulldog Plott versus Belgian Sheepdog Plott versus Brussels Griffon Plott versus Bich Poo Plott versus Belgian Malinois Plott versus Bich Poo Plott versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Plott versus Patterdale Terrier Plott versus English Setter Plott versus Standard Schnauzer Plott versus English Toy Spaniel Plott versus German Shepherd Dog Plott versus Golden Retriever Plott versus Akbash
Conclusion: Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer and the Plott better suits you and your family.