Breed Comparison: Plott Versus Bich Poo

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Plott Versus Bich Poo: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Plott and the Bich Poo 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 Plott and for the Bich Poo. 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 Plott and the Bich Poo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Plott or the Bich Poo.

Plott versus Bich Poo: Overview

A very important difference between the Plott and the Bich Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Plott is a medium-sized dog while the Bich Poo is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Bich Poo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Plott versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Plott to the Bich Poo 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 Plott and the Bich Poo

Factor Plott Bich Poo
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Height 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 9 to 15 inches
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Weight 40 to 75 pounds 6 to 17 pounds
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 1/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $600 $2230
Price Range $480 – $700 $1600 – $2600
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 Plott 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 Bich Poo. 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 Plott is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Bich Poo is 88 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bich Poo is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Bich Poo!

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 Plott and the Bich Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Bich Poo

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

  • Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Bich Poos adapt well to apartment living.
  • Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Bich Poos are good for new dog owners.
  • Plotts are very easy to groom. However, Bich Poos require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Bich Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • The Similarities Between the Plott and the Bich Poo

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

  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo 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 Plott and the Bich Poo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Plott and the Bich Poo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Bich Poo

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

    Plotts weigh 40 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Plotts are 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Bich Poos weigh 6 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Bich Poos are 9 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Plott versus Bich Poo

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

    The lifespan of Bich Poos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Bich Poos is 13.5 years.

    Bich Poos live longer than Plotts.

    Price of Plott versus Price of Bich Poo

    The average price of the Plott puppy is $600. The price of the Plott typically ranges from $480 – $700. However, the price of a Plott can be as low as $300 and as high as $800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 17 Plott puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Bich Poo puppy is $2230. The price of the Bich Poo typically ranges from $1600 – $2600. However, the price of the Bich Poo can be as low as $1000 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 247 Bich Poo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bich Poo is more expensive than the Plott.

    Plott Bich Poo
    Average Price $600 $2230
    Price Range $480 to $700 $1600 to $2600

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Plott and Bich Poo. For different price points, the charts show how many Plott puppies or how many Bich Poo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Plotts. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Plotts. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bich Poos

    A breakdown of the prices of Bich Poos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Plott puppy or the Bich Poo 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Bich Poo

    Plotts do not like to be left alone.

    Bich Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Plotts shed more than Bich Poos?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Plott or the Bich Poo

    Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Bich Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Bich Poo?

    Plotts are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?

    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.

    Bich Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?

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

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

    Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Bich Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Bich Poo

    Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Bich Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Plotts can tolerate hot weather.

    Bich Poos can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Bich Poo?

    Plotts get along very well with other dogs.

    Bich Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?

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

    Bich Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Bich Poos?

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

    Bich Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?

    Plotts are very easy to train.

    Bich Poos are very easy to train.

    Is the Plott Better for Apartment Owners than the Bich Poo?

    Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Bich Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Bich Poos are very good for new dog owners.

    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 Bich Poo vs Patterdale Terrier.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (77 percent match with Plott). Here is our comparison of the Bich Poo vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo

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

  • Bichon Frise (87 percent match with Bich Poo). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs Bichon Frise.
  • Miniature Poodle (87 percent match with Bich Poo). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs Miniature Poodle.
  • Toy Poodle (87 percent match with Bich Poo). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs Toy Poodle.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Plott versus Finnish Spitz     Plott versus Finnish Lapphund     Plott versus Affenpinscher     Plott versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Plott versus Australian Shepherd     Plott versus Puli     Plott versus Whippet     Plott versus Miniature Poodle     Plott versus Boxerdoodle     Plott versus Papipoo     Plott versus Chow Chow     Plott versus Scottish Terrier     Plott versus Morkie     Plott versus Miniature Pinscher     Plott versus Portuguese Pointer     Plott versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Plott versus Keeshond     Plott versus Barbet     Plott versus Portuguese Pointer     Plott versus Shiloh Shepherd     Plott versus West Highland White Terrier     Plott versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Plott versus Tibetan Terrier     Plott versus Finnish Lapphund     Plott versus Chorkie     

    Bich Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Bich Poo versus Mal Shi     Bich Poo versus Bluetick Coonhound     Bich Poo versus Miniature Poodle     Bich Poo versus Bernedoodle     Bich Poo versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Bich Poo versus Pomchi     Bich Poo versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Bich Poo versus Lakeland Terrier     Bich Poo versus Doberman Pinscher     Bich Poo versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Bich Poo versus Great Dane     Bich Poo versus Pug     Bich Poo versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Bich Poo versus American Foxhound     Bich Poo versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Bich Poo versus Irish Wolfhound     Bich Poo versus Akita     Bich Poo versus Portuguese Water Dog     Bich Poo versus Norwegian Lundehund     Bich Poo versus Shiloh Shepherd     Bich Poo versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Bich Poo versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Bich Poo versus Field Spaniel     Bich Poo versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     

    Conclusion: Plott versus Bich Poo. 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 Plott and the Bich Poo better suits you and your family.