Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Miniature Pinscher Versus Plott: Introduction
- Miniature Pinscher versus Plott: Overview
- Miniature Pinscher versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Plott
- Size (Weight and Height) of Miniature Pinscher versus Plott
- Lifespan of Miniature Pinscher versus Plott
- Price of Miniature Pinscher versus Price of Plott
- The Popularity of Miniature Pinscher versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: Miniature Pinscher versus Plott
- Do Miniature Pinschers shed more than Plotts?
- Which one drools more, the Miniature Pinscher or the Plott
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Miniature Pinscher or the Plott?
- Does the Miniature Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Do Miniature Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Miniature Pinscher vs. Plott
- Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Miniature Pinscher or the Plott?
- Are Miniature Pinschers good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- How Kid-friendly are Miniature Pinschers and Plotts?
- Is the Miniature Pinscher Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Pinscher
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Miniature Pinscher versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
Miniature Pinscher Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher or the Plott.
Miniature Pinscher versus Plott: Overview
A very important difference between the Miniature Pinscher and the Plott is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Miniature Pinscher is a tiny-sized dog while the Plott is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Miniature Pinscher 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.
Miniature Pinscher versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Plott
| Factor | Miniature Pinscher | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 8 to 11 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1470 | $600 |
| Price Range | $825 – $1500 | $480 – $700 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 67 | 161 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher. 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Plott
Below is a list of where the Miniature Pinscher and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Plott
The Miniature Pinscher and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Miniature Pinscher and the Plott are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Miniature Pinscher versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Miniature Pinscher and the Plott.
Miniature Pinschers weigh 8 to 11 pounds when fully grown. Miniature Pinschers are 10 to 12 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 Miniature Pinscher versus Plott
The lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Miniature Pinschers 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 Miniature Pinschers.
Price of Miniature Pinscher versus Price of Plott
The average price of the Miniature Pinscher puppy is $1470. The price of the Miniature Pinscher typically ranges from $825 – $1500. However, the price of a Miniature Pinscher can be as low as $100 and as high as $50000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 159 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher is more expensive than the Plott.
| Miniature Pinscher | Plott | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1470 | $600 |
| Price Range | $825 to $1500 | $480 to $700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Miniature Pinscher and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many Miniature Pinscher puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Miniature Pinschers. 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Miniature Pinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Miniature Pinscher is 67 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Miniature Pinscher
Popularity of Plott
| Year | Miniature Pinscher Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 53 | 149 |
| 2014 | 61 | 154 |
| 2015 | 64 | 149 |
| 2016 | 68 | 158 |
| 2017 | 71 | 166 |
| 2018 | 70 | 171 |
| 2019 | 74 | 177 |
| 2020 | 77 | 167 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Miniature Pinscher versus Plott
Miniature Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Do Miniature Pinschers shed more than Plotts?
Miniature Pinschers 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 Miniature Pinscher or the Plott
Miniature Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Miniature Pinscher or the Plott?
Miniature Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Does the Miniature Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
Miniature Pinschers 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 Miniature Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
Miniature Pinschers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Miniature Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Miniature Pinscher vs. Plott
Miniature Pinschers 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 Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Miniature Pinschers 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 Miniature Pinscher or the Plott?
Miniature Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Are Miniature Pinschers good family dogs? What about Plotts?
Miniature Pinschers 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 Miniature Pinschers and Plotts?
Miniature Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Miniature Pinscher Easier to Train than the Plott?
Miniature Pinschers are fairly easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Is the Miniature Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
Miniature Pinschers adapt very well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Miniature Pinscher or the Plott?
Miniature Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Pinscher
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher:
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 Miniature Pinscher and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Miniature Pinscher and of the Plott to other breeds:
Miniature Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
Miniature Pinscher versus Pomchi Miniature Pinscher versus Chow Chow Miniature Pinscher versus Standard Poodle Miniature Pinscher versus Mal Shi Miniature Pinscher versus Westiepoo Miniature Pinscher versus Japanese Spitz Miniature Pinscher versus Korean Jindo Dog Miniature Pinscher versus Dutch Shepherd Miniature Pinscher versus Canaan Dog Miniature Pinscher versus Dutch Shepherd Miniature Pinscher versus Golden Retriever Miniature Pinscher versus Bernedoodle Miniature Pinscher versus Chow Chow Miniature Pinscher versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Miniature Pinscher versus German Shorthaired Pointer Miniature Pinscher versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Miniature Pinscher versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Miniature Pinscher versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Miniature Pinscher versus Bich Poo Miniature Pinscher versus Cairn Terrier Miniature Pinscher versus Cocker Spaniel Miniature Pinscher versus Mudi Miniature Pinscher versus Tibetan Terrier Miniature Pinscher versus Giant Schnauzer Miniature Pinscher versus Pyrenean Shepherd
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Australian Shepherd Plott versus Beagle Plott versus Whippet Plott versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Plott versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Plott versus Chihuahua Plott versus Irish Terrier Plott versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Plott versus Bracco Italiano Plott versus Manchester Terrier Plott versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Plott versus American Eskimo Dog Plott versus Redbone Coonhound Plott versus Maltese Plott versus American Water Spaniel Plott versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Plott versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Plott versus Cairn Terrier Plott versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Plott versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Plott versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Plott versus German Shepherd Dog Plott versus Belgian Tervuren Plott versus Pyrenean Mastiff Plott versus German Shorthaired Pointer
Conclusion: Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Plott better suits you and your family.