Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Hovawart Versus Plott: Introduction
- Hovawart versus Plott: Overview
- Hovawart versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Hovawart and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the Hovawart and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of Hovawart versus Plott
- Lifespan of Hovawart versus Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: Hovawart versus Plott
- Do Hovawarts shed more than Plotts?
- Which one drools more, the Hovawart or the Plott
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Hovawart or the Plott?
- Does the Hovawart Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Do Hovawarts Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Can Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Hovawart vs. Plott
- Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Hovawart or the Plott?
- Are Hovawarts good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are Hovawarts and Plotts?
- Is the Hovawart Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Hovawart
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Hovawart versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
Hovawart Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Hovawart 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 Hovawart 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 Hovawart and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Hovawart 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 Hovawart 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 Hovawart 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 Hovawart or the Plott.
Hovawart versus Plott: Overview
A very important difference between the Hovawart and the Plott is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Hovawart is a large-sized dog while the Plott is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Hovawart 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.
Hovawart versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Hovawart 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 Hovawart and the Plott
| Factor | Hovawart | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 23 to 29 inches | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 110 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $480 – $700 |
| Average Price | No Data | $600 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Hovawart 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 Hovawart 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 Hovawart is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Hovawart!
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 Hovawart and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Hovawart and the Plott
Below is a list of where the Hovawart and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the Hovawart and the Plott
The Hovawart and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Hovawart and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Hovawart versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Hovawart and the Plott.
Hovawarts weigh 55 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Hovawarts are 23 to 29 inches 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 Hovawart versus Plott
The lifespan of Hovawarts is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Hovawarts 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 Hovawarts.
Tolerates Being Alone: Hovawart versus Plott
Hovawarts do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Do Hovawarts shed more than Plotts?
Hovawarts shed moderately.
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Hovawart or the Plott
Hovawarts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Hovawart or the Plott?
Hovawarts are very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Does the Hovawart Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
Hovawarts have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to 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 Hovawarts Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
Hovawarts 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 Hovawarts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Hovawarts can very well tolerate cold weather.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Hovawart vs. Plott
Hovawarts do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Hovawarts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Hovawarts can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Hovawart or the Plott?
Hovawarts do not get along well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Are Hovawarts good family dogs? What about Plotts?
Hovawarts 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 Hovawarts and Plotts?
Hovawarts get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Hovawart Easier to Train than the Plott?
Hovawarts are not easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Is the Hovawart Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
Hovawarts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Hovawart or the Plott?
Hovawarts 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 Hovawart
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Hovawart 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 Hovawart:
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 Hovawart and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Hovawart and of the Plott to other breeds:
Hovawart Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Havanese Plott versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Plott versus Shetland Sheepdog Plott versus Siberian Husky Plott versus Labrador Retriever Plott versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Plott versus Scottish Deerhound Plott versus Shiloh Shepherd Plott versus Westiepoo Plott versus Affenpinscher Plott versus Patterdale Terrier Plott versus Chow Chow Plott versus Saint Berdoodle Plott versus Chorkie Plott versus Bluetick Coonhound Plott versus Saint Berdoodle Plott versus Spinone Italiano Plott versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Plott versus Boston Terrier Plott versus Coton de Tulear Plott versus Cairn Terrier Plott versus Saint Berdoodle Plott versus Miniature Pinscher Plott versus Australian Kelpie Plott versus Dachshund
Conclusion: Hovawart 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 Hovawart and the Plott better suits you and your family.