Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Plott Versus Saint Bernard: Introduction
- Plott versus Saint Bernard: Overview
- Plott versus Saint Bernard: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Saint Bernard
- The Similarities Between the Plott and the Saint Bernard
- Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Saint Bernard
- Lifespan of Plott versus Saint Bernard
- Price of Plott versus Price of Saint Bernard
- Adopting the Plott versus Adopting the Saint Bernard
- The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Saint Bernard
- Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Saint Bernard
- Do Plotts shed more than Saint Bernards?
- Which one drools more, the Plott or the Saint Bernard
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Saint Bernard?
- Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Bernard?
- Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Saint Bernards?
- Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Bernards Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Saint Bernard
- Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Bernards Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Saint Bernard?
- Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Saint Bernards?
- How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Saint Bernards?
- Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Saint Bernard?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Bernard
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Plott versus Saint Bernard. Which One is a Better Pet?
Plott Versus Saint Bernard: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Plott and the Saint Bernard? 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 Saint Bernard 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 Saint Bernard.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Plott and the Saint Bernard 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 Saint Bernard. 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 Saint Bernard.
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 Saint Bernard.
Plott versus Saint Bernard: Overview
A very important difference between the Plott and the Saint Bernard is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Plott is a medium-sized dog while the Saint Bernard is a giant-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 Saint Bernard belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Plott versus Saint Bernard: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Plott to the Saint Bernard 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 Saint Bernard
| Factor | Plott | Saint Bernard |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 8 to 10 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 2 feet, 2 inches to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the s |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 120 to 180 pounds |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 9.0 years |
| Average Price | $600 | $1320 |
| Price Range | $480 – $700 | $875 – $1525 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 161 | 49 |
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 Saint Bernard. 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 Saint Bernard is 81 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saint Bernard is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Saint Bernard!
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 Saint Bernard so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Saint Bernard
Below is a list of where the Plott and the Saint Bernard are most different:
The Similarities Between the Plott and the Saint Bernard
The Plott and the Saint Bernard are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Plott and the Saint Bernard are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Saint Bernard
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Plott and the Saint Bernard.
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, Saint Bernards weigh 120 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Bernards are 2 feet, 2 inches to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the s when fully grown.
Lifespan of Plott versus Saint Bernard
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Saint Bernards is between 8 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Saint Bernards is 9.0 years.
Plotts live longer than Saint Bernards.
Price of Plott versus Price of Saint Bernard
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 Saint Bernard puppy is $1320. The price of the Saint Bernard typically ranges from $875 – $1525. However, the price of the Saint Bernard can be as low as $200 and as high as $3550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 163 Saint Bernard puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Saint Bernard is more expensive than the Plott.
| Plott | Saint Bernard | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $600 | $1320 |
| Price Range | $480 to $700 | $875 to $1525 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Plott and Saint Bernard. For different price points, the charts show how many Plott puppies or how many Saint Bernard 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 Saint Bernards
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Plott puppy or the Saint Bernard 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 Saint Bernard
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Plotts and many Saint Bernards 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 Diesel that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Plotts like Diesel on pefinder.com.
Also, like Plotts, Saint Bernards are also available for adoption. For example, Cornelius is a Male Saint Bernard that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Saint Bernards like Cornelius that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Treble is the name of another Plott (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Mezcal is an adorable Male Saint Bernard on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Plotts and Saint Bernards that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Saint Bernard
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 Plott and the Saint Bernard over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Saint Bernard is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Saint Bernard is 49 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Plott
Popularity of Saint Bernard
| Year | Plott Popularity Rank | Saint Bernard Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 149 | 47 |
| 2014 | 154 | 51 |
| 2015 | 149 | 50 |
| 2016 | 158 | 49 |
| 2017 | 166 | 48 |
| 2018 | 171 | 48 |
| 2019 | 177 | 48 |
| 2020 | 167 | 52 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Saint Bernard
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Saint Bernards do not like to be left alone.
Do Plotts shed more than Saint Bernards?
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Saint Bernards shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Plott or the Saint Bernard
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Saint Bernards have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Saint Bernard?
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Saint Bernards require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Bernard?
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.
Saint Bernards 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 Saint Bernards?
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Saint Bernards are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Bernards Tolerate Cold Weather?
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Saint Bernards can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Saint Bernard
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Saint Bernards 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 Saint Bernards Tolerate Hot Weather?
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Saint Bernards cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Saint Bernard?
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Saint Bernards get along very well with other dogs.
Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Saint Bernards?
Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Saint Bernards are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Saint Bernards?
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Saint Bernards get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Saint Bernard?
Plotts are very easy to train.
Saint Bernards are not easy to train.
Is the Plott Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Bernard?
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Saint Bernards adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Plott or the Saint Bernard?
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Saint Bernards 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Bernard
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saint Bernard 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 Saint Bernard:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Plott and how the Saint Bernard compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Plott and of the Saint Bernard to other breeds:
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Silky Terrier Plott versus German Longhaired Pointer Plott versus Shihpoo Plott versus Basenji Plott versus Bich Poo Plott versus Boxerdoodle Plott versus Gordon Setter Plott versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Plott versus Black and Tan Coonhound Plott versus Schnoodle Plott versus Stabyhoun Plott versus Frenchton Plott versus English Springer Spaniel Plott versus Saluki Plott versus Dachshund Plott versus Portuguese Water Dog Plott versus Rottweiler Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel Plott versus Bull Terrier Plott versus Akbash Plott versus Akbash Plott versus Toy Poodle Plott versus Shiranian Plott versus Shichon Plott versus Dogue de Bordeaux
Saint Bernard Versus Other Dog Breeds
Saint Bernard versus Stabyhoun Saint Bernard versus Fila Brasileiro Saint Bernard versus English Setter Saint Bernard versus Sloughi Saint Bernard versus Black Russian Terrier Saint Bernard versus Puli Saint Bernard versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Saint Bernard versus Canaan Dog Saint Bernard versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Saint Bernard versus Bordoodle Saint Bernard versus French Spaniel Saint Bernard versus Chinese Crested Saint Bernard versus Redbone Coonhound Saint Bernard versus Bull Terrier Saint Bernard versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Saint Bernard versus Samoyed Saint Bernard versus Australian Kelpie Saint Bernard versus Shiloh Shepherd Saint Bernard versus Korean Jindo Dog Saint Bernard versus Finnish Lapphund Saint Bernard versus Yorkshire Terrier Saint Bernard versus Brussels Griffon Saint Bernard versus Scottish Deerhound Saint Bernard versus American Water Spaniel Saint Bernard versus Dachshund
Conclusion: Plott versus Saint Bernard. 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 Saint Bernard better suits you and your family.