A Detailed Comparison of the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer.

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Plott Versus Portuguese Pointer: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer. 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 Portuguese Pointer.

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 Portuguese Pointer.

Plott versus Portuguese Pointer: Overview

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

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 Portuguese Pointer 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.

Plott versus Portuguese Pointer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Plott to the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer

Factor Plott Portuguese Pointer
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 14 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 20 to 22 inches
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
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 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 1/5
Weight 40 to 75 pounds 35 to 59 pounds
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $600 No Data
Price Range $480 – $700 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination – recommended testing frequency at ages 1, 4, and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    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 Portuguese Pointer. 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 Portuguese Pointer is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Plott is a better pet than the Portuguese Pointer. 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 Plott and the Portuguese Pointer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer

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

  • Plotts get along well with other dogs. However, Portuguese Pointers do not get along well with other dogs.

    • The Similarities Between the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer

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

  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer are very easy to train.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Plott and the Portuguese Pointer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Portuguese Pointer

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

    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, Portuguese Pointers weigh 35 to 59 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Pointers are 20 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Plott versus Portuguese Pointer

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

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Portuguese Pointer

    Plotts do not like to be left alone.

    Portuguese Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Plotts shed more than Portuguese Pointers?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Plott or the Portuguese Pointer

    Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Portuguese Pointers drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Portuguese Pointer?

    Plotts are very easy to groom.

    Portuguese Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Pointer?

    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.

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Pointers?

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

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

    Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Portuguese Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Portuguese Pointer

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

    Portuguese Pointers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Plotts can tolerate hot weather.

    Portuguese Pointers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Portuguese Pointer?

    Plotts get along very well with other dogs.

    Portuguese Pointers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Portuguese Pointers?

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

    Portuguese Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Portuguese Pointers?

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

    Portuguese Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Portuguese Pointer?

    Plotts are very easy to train.

    Portuguese Pointers are very easy to train.

    Is the Plott Better for Apartment Owners than the Portuguese Pointer?

    Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Portuguese Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Portuguese Pointers are not the best dogs 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 Portuguese Pointer vs Patterdale Terrier.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (77 percent match with Plott). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Pointer

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

  • American Bulldog (79 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs American Bulldog.
  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Patterdale Terrier (78 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs Patterdale Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Plott versus Cesky Terrier     Plott versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Plott versus Chow Chow     Plott versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Plott versus Mastiff     Plott versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Plott versus Saint Berdoodle     Plott versus Bull Terrier     Plott versus Bulldog     Plott versus Affenhuahua     Plott versus Sloughi     Plott versus Chinook     Plott versus Pomeranian     Plott versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Plott versus Australian Shepherd     Plott versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Plott versus Afador     Plott versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Plott versus Biewer Terrier     Plott versus Vizsla     Plott versus Beaglier     Plott versus Tibetan Mastiff     Plott versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Plott versus Bolognese     Plott versus Newfoundland     

    Portuguese Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Portuguese Pointer versus Tibetan Mastiff     Portuguese Pointer versus Sealyham Terrier     Portuguese Pointer versus Great Dane     Portuguese Pointer versus Labradoodle     Portuguese Pointer versus Tibetan Spaniel     Portuguese Pointer versus English Springer Spaniel     Portuguese Pointer versus Samoyed     Portuguese Pointer versus Vizsla     Portuguese Pointer versus Toy Fox Terrier     Portuguese Pointer versus Pomeranian     Portuguese Pointer versus Belgian Tervuren     Portuguese Pointer versus Field Spaniel     Portuguese Pointer versus American Foxhound     Portuguese Pointer versus Boxer     Portuguese Pointer versus Fila Brasileiro     Portuguese Pointer versus Japanese Spitz     Portuguese Pointer versus Shih Tzu     Portuguese Pointer versus Akita Chow     Portuguese Pointer versus Scottish Terrier     Portuguese Pointer versus Boxerdoodle     Portuguese Pointer versus Pharaoh Hound     Portuguese Pointer versus Cavachon     Portuguese Pointer versus King Shepherd     Portuguese Pointer versus Yorkshire Terrier     Portuguese Pointer versus Norwich Terrier     

    Conclusion: Plott versus Portuguese Pointer. 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 Portuguese Pointer better suits you and your family.