Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Plott Versus Saluki: Introduction
- Plott versus Saluki: Overview
- Plott versus Saluki: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Plott and the Saluki
- Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Saluki
- Lifespan of Plott versus Saluki
- Price of Plott versus Price of Saluki
- Adopting the Plott versus Adopting the Saluki
- The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Saluki
- Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Saluki
- Do Plotts shed more than Salukis?
- Which one drools more, the Plott or the Saluki
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Saluki?
- Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?
- Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?
- Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Saluki
- Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Saluki?
- Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Salukis?
- How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Salukis?
- Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Saluki?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saluki
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Plott versus Saluki. Which One is a Better Pet?
Plott Versus Saluki: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Plott and the Saluki? 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 Saluki 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 Saluki.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Plott and the Saluki 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 Saluki. 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 Saluki.
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 Saluki.
Plott versus Saluki: Overview
A very important difference between the Plott and the Saluki is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Plott is a medium-sized dog while the Saluki is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Plott and the Saluki are Hound Dogs. This means both the Plott and the Saluki 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.
Plott versus Saluki: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Plott to the Saluki 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 Saluki
| Factor | Plott | Saluki |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 75 pounds | 35 to 70 pounds |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $600 | $2250 |
| Price Range | $480 – $700 | $2250 – $2250 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 161 | 127 |
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 Saluki. 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 Saluki is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saluki is not better or worse than the Plott. So, you can get the Saluki or 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 Saluki so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Plott and the Saluki
The Plott and the Saluki are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Plott and the Saluki are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Saluki
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Plott and the Saluki.
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, Salukis weigh 35 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Salukis are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Plott versus Saluki
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Salukis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Salukis is 13.0 years.
Price of Plott versus Price of Saluki
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 Saluki puppy is $2250. The price of the Saluki typically ranges from $2250 – $2250. However, the price of the Saluki can be as low as $2250 and as high as $2250. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Saluki puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Saluki is more expensive than the Plott.
| Plott | Saluki | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $600 | $2250 |
| Price Range | $480 to $700 | $2250 to $2250 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Plott and Saluki. For different price points, the charts show how many Plott puppies or how many Saluki 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 Salukis
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Plott puppy or the Saluki 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 Saluki
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Plotts and many Salukis 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, Salukis are also available for adoption. For example, Archie is a Male Saluki that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Salukis like Archie 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.
You can find more Plotts and Salukis that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Saluki
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 Saluki over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Saluki is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Saluki is 127 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 Saluki
| Year | Plott Popularity Rank | Saluki Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 149 | 115 |
| 2014 | 154 | 134 |
| 2015 | 149 | 132 |
| 2016 | 158 | 125 |
| 2017 | 166 | 123 |
| 2018 | 171 | 120 |
| 2019 | 177 | 125 |
| 2020 | 167 | 144 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Saluki
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Salukis do not like to be left alone.
Do Plotts shed more than Salukis?
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Salukis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Plott or the Saluki
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Salukis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Saluki?
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Salukis are very easy to groom.
Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?
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.
Salukis 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 Salukis?
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Salukis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Salukis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Saluki
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Salukis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Salukis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Saluki?
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Salukis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Salukis?
Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Salukis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Salukis?
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Salukis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Saluki?
Plotts are very easy to train.
Salukis are very easy to train.
Is the Plott Better for Apartment Owners than the Saluki?
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Plott or the Saluki?
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Salukis 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 Saluki
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saluki 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 Saluki:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Plott and how the Saluki compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Plott and of the Saluki to other breeds:
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Boston Terrier Plott versus Saint Berdoodle Plott versus Manchester Terrier Plott versus Alaskan Klee Kai Plott versus Neapolitan Mastiff Plott versus Scottish Terrier Plott versus Norwegian Buhund Plott versus Portuguese Water Dog Plott versus Pomapoo Plott versus Pharaoh Hound Plott versus Miniature Pinscher Plott versus Chinese Crested Plott versus Newfoundland Plott versus Boerboel Plott versus West Highland White Terrier Plott versus Pharaoh Hound Plott versus Neapolitan Mastiff Plott versus Carolina Dog Plott versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Plott versus Vizsla Plott versus Siberian Husky Plott versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Plott versus American Hairless Terrier Plott versus English Cocker Spaniel Plott versus German Pinscher
Saluki Versus Other Dog Breeds
Saluki versus Bouvier des Flandres Saluki versus Bearded Collie Saluki versus Sussex Spaniel Saluki versus Bulldog Saluki versus Komondor Saluki versus Spinone Italiano Saluki versus Schipperke Saluki versus Plott Saluki versus Maltese Saluki versus Samoyed Saluki versus German Shorthaired Pointer Saluki versus Estrela Mountain Dog Saluki versus Briard Saluki versus Lagotto Romagnolo Saluki versus Coton de Tulear Saluki versus Portuguese Pointer Saluki versus Golden Retriever Saluki versus Border Collie Saluki versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Saluki versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Saluki versus American Water Spaniel Saluki versus Bracco Italiano Saluki versus Tibetan Spaniel Saluki versus Maremma Sheepdog Saluki versus Karelian Bear Dog
Conclusion: Plott versus Saluki. 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 Saluki better suits you and your family.