Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Ibizan Hound Versus Plott: Introduction
- Ibizan Hound versus Plott: Overview
- Ibizan Hound versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Ibizan Hound and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Plott
- Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Plott
- Adopting the Ibizan Hound versus Adopting the Plott
- The Popularity of Ibizan Hound versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Plott
- Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Plotts?
- Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Plott
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Plott?
- Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Do Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Plott
- Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Ibizan Hound or the Plott?
- Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Plotts?
- Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Ibizan Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Ibizan Hound versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
Ibizan Hound Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound or the Plott.
Ibizan Hound versus Plott: Overview
Both the Ibizan Hound and the Plott are similar in size. The Ibizan Hound and the Plott are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, both the Ibizan Hound and the Plott are Hound Dogs. This means both the Ibizan Hound 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.
Ibizan Hound versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound and the Plott
| Factor | Ibizan Hound | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 50 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 |
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No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 160 | 161 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Plott is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Ibizan Hound is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Ibizan Hound!
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 Ibizan Hound and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Ibizan Hound and the Plott
Below is a list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Plott
The Ibizan Hound and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Ibizan Hound and the Plott.
Ibizan Hounds weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Ibizan Hounds are 22 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 Ibizan Hound versus Plott
The lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Ibizan Hounds 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 Ibizan Hounds.
Adopting the Ibizan Hound versus Adopting the Plott
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Ibizan Hounds 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 Ibizan Hound named Ibizan Hounds (Nationally Located) that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Ibizan Hounds like Ibizan Hounds (Nationally Located) on pefinder.com.
Also, like Ibizan Hounds, Plotts are also available for adoption. For example, Barley is a Male Plott that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Plotts like Barley that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also, Rage is an adorable Male Plott on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Ibizan Hounds and Plotts that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Ibizan Hound is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Ibizan Hound is 160 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Ibizan Hound
Popularity of Plott
| Year | Ibizan Hound Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 151 | 149 |
| 2014 | 159 | 154 |
| 2015 | 160 | 149 |
| 2016 | 152 | 158 |
| 2017 | 165 | 166 |
| 2018 | 152 | 171 |
| 2019 | 171 | 177 |
| 2020 | 171 | 167 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Plott
Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Plotts?
Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Plott
Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Plott?
Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
Ibizan Hounds 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 Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
Ibizan Hounds 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 Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Plott
Ibizan Hounds 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 Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Ibizan Hound or the Plott?
Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Plotts?
Ibizan Hounds 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 Ibizan Hounds and Plotts?
Ibizan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Plott?
Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Is the Ibizan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Ibizan Hound or the Plott?
Ibizan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Ibizan Hound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound:
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 Ibizan Hound and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Ibizan Hound and of the Plott to other breeds:
Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Ibizan Hound versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Ibizan Hound versus Plott Ibizan Hound versus Chihuahua Ibizan Hound versus Scottish Deerhound Ibizan Hound versus Alaskan Malamute Ibizan Hound versus Cane Corso Ibizan Hound versus Samoyed Ibizan Hound versus Puli Ibizan Hound versus Shih Tzu Ibizan Hound versus Curly-Coated Retriever Ibizan Hound versus Briard Ibizan Hound versus German Shorthaired Pointer Ibizan Hound versus Biewer Terrier Ibizan Hound versus Valley Bulldog Ibizan Hound versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Ibizan Hound versus Boxer Ibizan Hound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Ibizan Hound versus Chinese Shar-Pei Ibizan Hound versus Border Terrier Ibizan Hound versus Chinese Crested Ibizan Hound versus Finnish Spitz Ibizan Hound versus Greyhound Ibizan Hound versus Maremma Sheepdog Ibizan Hound versus Cocker Spaniel Ibizan Hound versus Xoloitzcuintli
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Japanese Spitz Plott versus Australian Shepherd Plott versus Kuvasz Plott versus Mudi Plott versus Kai Ken Plott versus Whippet Plott versus Puli Plott versus Chinook Plott versus Australian Shepherd Plott versus American Pit Bull Terrier Plott versus Pomapoo Plott versus Spinone Italiano Plott versus Lowchen Plott versus Curly-Coated Retriever Plott versus Labradoodle Plott versus Barbet Plott versus Mudi Plott versus English Toy Spaniel Plott versus Curly-Coated Retriever Plott versus Carolina Dog Plott versus Frenchton Plott versus Scottish Deerhound Plott versus Toy Poodle Plott versus Kerry Blue Terrier Plott versus Shih Tzu
Conclusion: Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound and the Plott better suits you and your family.