Differences and Similarities between the Kooikerhondje and the Plott.

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Kooikerhondje Versus Plott: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Plott.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje or the Plott.

Kooikerhondje versus Plott: Overview

Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott are similar in size. The Kooikerhondje and the Plott are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Kooikerhondje belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

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.

Kooikerhondje versus Plott: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Plott

Factor Kooikerhondje Plott
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 1/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 14 years
Height 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Weight 20 to 25 pounds 40 to 75 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kooikerhondje and the Plott

Below is a list of where the Kooikerhondje and the Plott are most different:

  • Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train. However, Plotts are very easy to train.
  • Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs. However, Plotts get along well with other dogs.
  • Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Plotts are very easy to groom.
  • Kooikerhondjes adapt well to apartment living. However, Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Kooikerhondje and the Plott

    The Kooikerhondje and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kooikerhondje and the Plott are most similar:

  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott are very playful.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Kooikerhondje and the Plott require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Kooikerhondje versus Plott

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kooikerhondje and the Plott.

    Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 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 Kooikerhondje versus Plott

    The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Kooikerhondje versus Plott

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Plotts do not like to be left alone.

    Do Kooikerhondjes shed more than Plotts?

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Kooikerhondje or the Plott

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Kooikerhondje or the Plott?

    Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Plotts are very easy to groom.

    Does the Kooikerhondje Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Kooikerhondjes Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Kooikerhondje vs. Plott

    Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondje or the Plott?

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Plotts get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Kooikerhondjes good family dogs? What about Plotts?

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Kooikerhondjes and Plotts?

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Kooikerhondje Easier to Train than the Plott?

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Plotts are very easy to train.

    Is the Kooikerhondje Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kooikerhondje or the Plott?

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje:

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs Lhasapoo.

    • 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:

  • Patterdale Terrier (77 percent match with Plott). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Patterdale Terrier.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (77 percent match with Plott). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Kooikerhondje and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kooikerhondje and of the Plott to other breeds:

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Plott versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Plott versus Kishu Ken     Plott versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Plott versus Canaan Dog     Plott versus Miniature Pinscher     Plott versus American Foxhound     Plott versus Field Spaniel     Plott versus Beagle     Plott versus Cane Corso     Plott versus Chinese Crested     Plott versus Schnoodle     Plott versus Shichon     Plott versus Australian Kelpie     Plott versus Rottweiler     Plott versus Goldendoodle     Plott versus Norwich Terrier     Plott versus Sussex Spaniel     Plott versus Maltese     Plott versus Border Terrier     Plott versus Toy Poodle     Plott versus Lancashire Heeler     Plott versus Akbash     Plott versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Plott versus Chinook     Plott versus Chinese Shar-Pei     

    Conclusion: Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Plott better suits you and your family.