Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Plott Versus Puggle: Introduction
- Plott versus Puggle: Overview
- Plott versus Puggle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Puggle
- The Similarities Between the Plott and the Puggle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Puggle
- Lifespan of Plott versus Puggle
- Price of Plott versus Price of Puggle
- Adopting the Plott versus Adopting the Puggle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Puggle
- Do Plotts shed more than Puggles?
- Which one drools more, the Plott or the Puggle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Puggle?
- Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
- Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
- Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Puggle
- Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Puggle?
- Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Puggles?
- How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Puggles?
- Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Puggle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Plott versus Puggle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Plott Versus Puggle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Plott and the Puggle? 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 Puggle 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 Puggle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Plott and the Puggle 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 Puggle. 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 Puggle.
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 Puggle.
Plott versus Puggle: Overview
A very important difference between the Plott and the Puggle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Plott is a medium-sized dog while the Puggle 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 Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Plott versus Puggle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Plott to the Puggle 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 Puggle
| Factor | Plott | Puggle |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 75 pounds | 18 to 30 pounds |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $600 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $480 – $700 | $995 – $1400 |
| 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 Puggle. 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 Puggle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Puggle!
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 Puggle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Puggle
Below is a list of where the Plott and the Puggle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Plott and the Puggle
The Plott and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Plott and the Puggle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Puggle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Plott and the Puggle.
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, Puggles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Puggles are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Plott versus Puggle
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
Plotts live longer than Puggles.
Price of Plott versus Price of Puggle
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 Puggle puppy is $1330. The price of the Puggle typically ranges from $995 – $1400. However, the price of the Puggle can be as low as $400 and as high as $5125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 145 Puggle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Puggle is more expensive than the Plott.
| Plott | Puggle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $600 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $480 to $700 | $995 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Plott and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Plott puppies or how many Puggle 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 Puggles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Plott puppy or the Puggle 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.
Adopting the Plott versus Adopting the Puggle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Plotts and many Puggles are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Plott named Treble that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Plotts like Treble on pefinder.com.
Also, like Plotts, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Cool Joe is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Cool Joe that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Diesel is the name of another Plott (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Hamlet is an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Plotts and Puggles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Puggle
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Plotts shed more than Puggles?
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Puggles shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Plott or the Puggle
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Puggle?
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
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.
Puggles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Puggle
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Puggle?
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Puggles?
Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Puggles?
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Puggle?
Plotts are very easy to train.
Puggles are not easy to train.
Is the Plott Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Plott or the Puggle?
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Puggles 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Puggle 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 Puggle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Plott and how the Puggle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Plott and of the Puggle to other breeds:
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Bich Poo Plott versus Bernese Mountain Dog Plott versus Harrier Plott versus Pomapoo Plott versus Japanese Chin Plott versus Chinook Plott versus Goldendoodle Plott versus Pyrenean Mastiff Plott versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Plott versus Brussels Griffon Plott versus Cesky Terrier Plott versus King Shepherd Plott versus American Pit Bull Terrier Plott versus Border Collie Plott versus Chinese Crested Plott versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Plott versus Pointer Plott versus Akita Chow Plott versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Plott versus Australian Terrier Plott versus Bullmastiff Plott versus Belgian Sheepdog Plott versus Giant Schnauzer Plott versus Golden Retriever
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Puggle versus Miniature Schnauzer Puggle versus Miniature Pinscher Puggle versus Schipperke Puggle versus Yorkshire Terrier Puggle versus Italian Greyhound Puggle versus Pug Puggle versus German Shepherd Dog Puggle versus Cocker Spaniel Puggle versus Lowchen Puggle versus Jack Russell Terrier Puggle versus Golden Cocker Retriever Puggle versus Chorkie Puggle versus Australian Terrier Puggle versus Portuguese Pointer Puggle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Puggle versus Australian Shepherd Puggle versus Mountain Cur Puggle versus Papillon Puggle versus Belgian Sheepdog Puggle versus Pomsky Puggle versus Doberman Pinscher Puggle versus Dogo Argentino Puggle versus English Setter Puggle versus Giant Schnauzer
Conclusion: Plott versus Puggle. 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 Puggle better suits you and your family.