Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Greyhound Versus Plott: Introduction
- Greyhound versus Plott: Overview
- Greyhound versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greyhound and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the Greyhound and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of Greyhound versus Plott
- Lifespan of Greyhound versus Plott
- Price of Greyhound versus Price of Plott
- Adopting the Greyhound versus Adopting the Plott
- The Popularity of Greyhound versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: Greyhound versus Plott
- Do Greyhounds shed more than Plotts?
- Which one drools more, the Greyhound or the Plott
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Greyhound or the Plott?
- Does the Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Do Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Can Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Plott
- Can Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greyhound or the Plott?
- Are Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are Greyhounds and Plotts?
- Is the Greyhound Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greyhound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Greyhound versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
Greyhound Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound or the Plott.
Greyhound versus Plott: Overview
A very important difference between the Greyhound and the Plott is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Greyhound is a large-sized dog while the Plott is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Greyhound and the Plott are Hound Dogs. This means both the Greyhound and the Plott 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.
Greyhound versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Plott
| Factor | Greyhound | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 85 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $660 | $600 |
| Price Range | $500 – $800 | $480 – $700 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 149 | 161 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Greyhound 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 Greyhound is 73 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 Greyhound. 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 Greyhound and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greyhound and the Plott
Below is a list of where the Greyhound and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the Greyhound and the Plott
The Greyhound and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Greyhound and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Greyhound versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Greyhound and the Plott.
Greyhounds weigh 50 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Greyhounds are 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho 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 Greyhound versus Plott
The lifespan of Greyhounds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Greyhounds is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
Greyhounds live longer than Plotts.
Price of Greyhound versus Price of Plott
The average price of the Greyhound puppy is $660. The price of the Greyhound typically ranges from $500 – $800. However, the price of a Greyhound can be as low as $400 and as high as $1100. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 20 Greyhound 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 Greyhound is more expensive than the Plott.
| Greyhound | Plott | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $660 | $600 |
| Price Range | $500 to $800 | $480 to $700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Greyhound and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many Greyhound puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Greyhounds. 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound versus Adopting the Plott
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Greyhounds 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 Greyhound named Raider Sweep that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Greyhounds like Raider Sweep on pefinder.com.
Also, like Greyhounds, Plotts are also available for adoption. For example, Rage is a Male Plott that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Plotts like Rage that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Flight Risk is the name of another Greyhound (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Barley is an adorable Male Plott on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Greyhounds and Plotts that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Greyhound is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Greyhound is 149 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Greyhound
Popularity of Plott
| Year | Greyhound Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 148 | 149 |
| 2014 | 147 | 154 |
| 2015 | 147 | 149 |
| 2016 | 151 | 158 |
| 2017 | 156 | 166 |
| 2018 | 145 | 171 |
| 2019 | 162 | 177 |
| 2020 | 142 | 167 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Greyhound versus Plott
Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Do Greyhounds shed more than Plotts?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhound or the Plott
Greyhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Greyhound or the Plott?
Greyhounds are very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Does the Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
Greyhounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Plott
Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Greyhounds can tolerate hot weather.
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greyhound or the Plott?
Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Are Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Plotts?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds and Plotts?
Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Greyhound Easier to Train than the Plott?
Greyhounds are very easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Is the Greyhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Greyhound or the Plott?
Greyhounds 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 Greyhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Greyhound 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 Greyhound:
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 Greyhound and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Greyhound and of the Plott to other breeds:
Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Greyhound versus Field Spaniel Greyhound versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Greyhound versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Greyhound versus Fila Brasileiro Greyhound versus Schnoodle Greyhound versus Ibizan Hound Greyhound versus Bedlington Terrier Greyhound versus Chi-Poo Greyhound versus Miniature Pinscher Greyhound versus Valley Bulldog Greyhound versus Karelian Bear Dog Greyhound versus Akbash Greyhound versus Field Spaniel Greyhound versus English Toy Spaniel Greyhound versus American Pit Bull Terrier Greyhound versus Black Russian Terrier Greyhound versus Cocker Spaniel Greyhound versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Greyhound versus Maltese Greyhound versus Finnish Spitz Greyhound versus Coton de Tulear Greyhound versus Boerboel Greyhound versus Boxerdoodle Greyhound versus Aussiedoodle
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Flat-Coated Retriever Plott versus Shihpoo Plott versus Australian Terrier Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli Plott versus Black and Tan Coonhound Plott versus Finnish Lapphund Plott versus Finnish Lapphund Plott versus Bullmastiff Plott versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Plott versus Kooikerhondje Plott versus Clumber Spaniel Plott versus Bolognese Plott versus Spinone Italiano Plott versus Shiloh Shepherd Plott versus Kishu Ken Plott versus Komondor Plott versus Lhasa Apso Plott versus Belgian Malinois Plott versus Berger Picard Plott versus Portuguese Water Dog Plott versus Miniature Schnauzer Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli Plott versus Mastiff Plott versus Pomsky Plott versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Conclusion: Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Plott better suits you and your family.