Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Italian Greyhound Versus Plott: Introduction
- Italian Greyhound versus Plott: Overview
- Italian Greyhound versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Italian Greyhound and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the Italian Greyhound and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of Italian Greyhound versus Plott
- Lifespan of Italian Greyhound versus Plott
- Price of Italian Greyhound versus Price of Plott
- The Popularity of Italian Greyhound versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: Italian Greyhound versus Plott
- Do Italian Greyhounds shed more than Plotts?
- Which one drools more, the Italian Greyhound or the Plott
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Italian Greyhound or the Plott?
- Does the Italian Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Do Italian Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Can Italian Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Italian Greyhound vs. Plott
- Can Italian Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Italian Greyhound or the Plott?
- Are Italian Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are Italian Greyhounds and Plotts?
- Is the Italian Greyhound Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Italian Greyhound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Italian Greyhound versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
Italian Greyhound Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Italian 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 Italian 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 Italian Greyhound and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Italian 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 Italian 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 Italian 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 Italian Greyhound or the Plott.
Italian Greyhound versus Plott: Overview
A very important difference between the Italian Greyhound and the Plott is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Italian Greyhound is a small-sized dog while the Plott is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Italian Greyhound belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
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.
Italian Greyhound versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Italian 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 Italian Greyhound and the Plott
| Factor | Italian Greyhound | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 14 to 15 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 6 to 15 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 14.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1930 | $600 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2250 | $480 – $700 |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 70 | 161 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Italian 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 Italian Greyhound is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Plott is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Italian Greyhound is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Italian Greyhound!
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 Italian 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 Italian Greyhound and the Plott
Below is a list of where the Italian Greyhound and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the Italian Greyhound and the Plott
The Italian Greyhound and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Italian Greyhound and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Italian Greyhound versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Italian Greyhound and the Plott.
Italian Greyhounds weigh 6 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Italian Greyhounds are 13 to 15 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 Italian Greyhound versus Plott
The lifespan of Italian Greyhounds is between 14 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Italian Greyhounds is 14.5 years.
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
Italian Greyhounds live longer than Plotts.
Price of Italian Greyhound versus Price of Plott
The average price of the Italian Greyhound puppy is $1930. The price of the Italian Greyhound typically ranges from $1500 – $2250. However, the price of a Italian Greyhound can be as low as $750 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 141 Italian 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 Italian Greyhound is more expensive than the Plott.
| Italian Greyhound | Plott | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1930 | $600 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2250 | $480 to $700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Italian Greyhound and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many Italian Greyhound puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Italian 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 Italian 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.
The Popularity of Italian 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 Italian Greyhound and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Italian Greyhound is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Italian Greyhound is 70 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Italian Greyhound
Popularity of Plott
| Year | Italian Greyhound Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 66 | 149 |
| 2014 | 74 | 154 |
| 2015 | 71 | 149 |
| 2016 | 72 | 158 |
| 2017 | 74 | 166 |
| 2018 | 73 | 171 |
| 2019 | 67 | 177 |
| 2020 | 69 | 167 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Italian Greyhound versus Plott
Italian Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Do Italian Greyhounds shed more than Plotts?
Italian Greyhounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Italian Greyhound or the Plott
Italian Greyhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Italian Greyhound or the Plott?
Italian Greyhounds are very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Does the Italian Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
Italian 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 Italian Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
Italian Greyhounds bark and howl, but not very much.
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Italian Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Italian Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Italian Greyhound vs. Plott
Italian Greyhounds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Italian Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Italian Greyhounds 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 Italian Greyhound or the Plott?
Italian Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Are Italian Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Plotts?
Italian 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 Italian Greyhounds and Plotts?
Italian Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Italian Greyhound Easier to Train than the Plott?
Italian Greyhounds are fairly easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Is the Italian Greyhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
Italian Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Italian Greyhound or the Plott?
Italian Greyhounds are very good for new dog owners.
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Italian Greyhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Italian 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 Italian 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 Italian Greyhound and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Italian Greyhound and of the Plott to other breeds:
Italian Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Conclusion: Italian 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 Italian Greyhound and the Plott better suits you and your family.