Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Plott Versus Sealyham Terrier: Introduction
- Plott versus Sealyham Terrier: Overview
- Plott versus Sealyham Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Sealyham Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Plott and the Sealyham Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Sealyham Terrier
- Lifespan of Plott versus Sealyham Terrier
- The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Sealyham Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Sealyham Terrier
- Do Plotts shed more than Sealyham Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Plott or the Sealyham Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Sealyham Terrier?
- Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sealyham Terrier?
- Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Sealyham Terriers?
- Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Sealyham Terrier
- Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Sealyham Terrier?
- Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Sealyham Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Sealyham Terriers?
- Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Sealyham Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sealyham Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Plott versus Sealyham Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Plott Versus Sealyham Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Plott and the Sealyham Terrier? 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 Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Plott and the Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier. 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 Sealyham Terrier.
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 Sealyham Terrier.
Plott versus Sealyham Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Plott and the Sealyham Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Plott is a medium-sized dog while the Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Plott versus Sealyham Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Plott to the Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier
| Factor | Plott | Sealyham Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 75 pounds | 22 to 24 pounds |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 161 | 157 |
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 Sealyham Terrier. 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 Sealyham Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Sealyham Terrier is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Sealyham Terrier!
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 Sealyham Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Sealyham Terrier
Below is a list of where the Plott and the Sealyham Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Plott and the Sealyham Terrier
The Plott and the Sealyham Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Plott and the Sealyham Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Sealyham Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Plott and the Sealyham Terrier.
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, Sealyham Terriers weigh 22 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Sealyham Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Plott versus Sealyham Terrier
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Sealyham Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Sealyham Terriers is 13.0 years.
The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Sealyham Terrier
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 Sealyham Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Sealyham Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Sealyham Terrier is 157 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 Sealyham Terrier
| Year | Plott Popularity Rank | Sealyham Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 149 | 158 |
| 2014 | 154 | 169 |
| 2015 | 149 | 158 |
| 2016 | 158 | 155 |
| 2017 | 166 | 150 |
| 2018 | 171 | 164 |
| 2019 | 177 | 154 |
| 2020 | 167 | 148 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Sealyham Terrier
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Sealyham Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Plotts shed more than Sealyham Terriers?
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Sealyham Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Plott or the Sealyham Terrier
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sealyham Terriers drool moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Sealyham Terrier?
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Sealyham Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sealyham Terrier?
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.
Sealyham Terriers 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 Sealyham Terriers?
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Sealyham Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Sealyham Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Sealyham Terrier
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Sealyham Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Sealyham Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Sealyham Terrier?
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Sealyham Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Sealyham Terriers?
Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Sealyham Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Sealyham Terriers?
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Sealyham Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Sealyham Terrier?
Plotts are very easy to train.
Sealyham Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Plott Better for Apartment Owners than the Sealyham Terrier?
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Sealyham Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Plott or the Sealyham Terrier?
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Sealyham Terriers 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 Sealyham Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Plott and how the Sealyham Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Plott and of the Sealyham Terrier to other breeds:
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Norwegian Lundehund Plott versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Plott versus Pointer Plott versus Cesky Terrier Plott versus Bearded Collie Plott versus American Hairless Terrier Plott versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Plott versus Golden Retriever Plott versus Saint Bernard Plott versus Newfoundland Plott versus Boxer Plott versus Kuvasz Plott versus Boston Terrier Plott versus Brittany Plott versus Tibetan Terrier Plott versus Pomeranian Plott versus Clumber Spaniel Plott versus Siberian Husky Plott versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Plott versus Dachshund Plott versus English Toy Spaniel Plott versus Australian Kelpie Plott versus Bulldog Plott versus Schnoodle Plott versus Cockalier
Sealyham Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sealyham Terrier versus Harrier Sealyham Terrier versus Boxer Sealyham Terrier versus Kerry Blue Terrier Sealyham Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux Sealyham Terrier versus Maltipoo Sealyham Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog Sealyham Terrier versus Shiloh Shepherd Sealyham Terrier versus Pekingese Sealyham Terrier versus Airedale Terrier Sealyham Terrier versus German Pinscher Sealyham Terrier versus Golden Retriever Sealyham Terrier versus Irish Setter Sealyham Terrier versus Australian Shepherd Sealyham Terrier versus Irish Setter Sealyham Terrier versus Hovawart Sealyham Terrier versus Beaglier Sealyham Terrier versus Rottweiler Sealyham Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier Sealyham Terrier versus Japanese Spitz Sealyham Terrier versus Black Russian Terrier Sealyham Terrier versus Dogo Argentino Sealyham Terrier versus Mal Shi Sealyham Terrier versus Shiloh Shepherd Sealyham Terrier versus Frenchton Sealyham Terrier versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Conclusion: Plott versus Sealyham Terrier. 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 Sealyham Terrier better suits you and your family.