Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Plott Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction
- Plott versus Silky Terrier: Overview
- Plott versus Silky Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Silky Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Plott and the Silky Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Silky Terrier
- Lifespan of Plott versus Silky Terrier
- Price of Plott versus Price of Silky Terrier
- Adopting the Plott versus Adopting the Silky Terrier
- The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Silky Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Silky Terrier
- Do Plotts shed more than Silky Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Plott or the Silky Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Silky Terrier?
- Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky Terrier?
- Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Silky Terriers?
- Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Silky Terrier
- Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Silky Terrier?
- Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Silky Terriers?
- Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Silky Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Plott versus Silky Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Plott Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Plott and the Silky 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 Silky 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 Silky Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Plott and the Silky 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 Silky 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 Silky 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 Silky Terrier.
Plott versus Silky Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Plott and the Silky Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Plott is a medium-sized dog while the Silky Terrier is a tiny-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 Silky Terrier belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Plott versus Silky Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Plott to the Silky 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 Silky Terrier
| Factor | Plott | Silky Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 75 pounds | 8 to 10 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 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $600 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $480 – $700 | $1425 – $2075 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 161 | 103 |
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 Silky 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 Silky Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Silky Terrier is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Silky 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 Silky 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 Silky Terrier
Below is a list of where the Plott and the Silky Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Plott and the Silky Terrier
The Plott and the Silky Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Plott and the Silky Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Silky Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Plott and the Silky 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, Silky Terriers weigh 8 to 10 pounds when fully grown. Silky Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Plott versus Silky Terrier
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Silky Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Silky Terriers is 13.5 years.
Silky Terriers live longer than Plotts.
Price of Plott versus Price of Silky Terrier
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 Silky Terrier puppy is $1890. The price of the Silky Terrier typically ranges from $1425 – $2075. However, the price of the Silky Terrier can be as low as $350 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 42 Silky Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Silky Terrier is more expensive than the Plott.
| Plott | Silky Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $600 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $480 to $700 | $1425 to $2075 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Plott and Silky Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Plott puppies or how many Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Plott puppy or the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Plotts and many Silky Terriers 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 Copper that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Plotts like Copper on pefinder.com.
Also, like Plotts, Silky Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Chewy is a Male Silky Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Silky Terriers like Chewy that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Jacco is the name of another Plott (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Barney is an adorable Male Silky Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Plotts and Silky Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Silky 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 Silky Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Silky Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Silky Terrier is 103 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 Silky Terrier
| Year | Plott Popularity Rank | Silky Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 149 | 92 |
| 2014 | 154 | 101 |
| 2015 | 149 | 102 |
| 2016 | 158 | 100 |
| 2017 | 166 | 106 |
| 2018 | 171 | 112 |
| 2019 | 177 | 109 |
| 2020 | 167 | 108 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Silky Terrier
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Silky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Plotts shed more than Silky Terriers?
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Silky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Plott or the Silky Terrier
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Silky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Silky Terrier?
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Silky Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky 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.
Silky Terriers 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 Silky Terriers?
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Silky Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Silky Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Silky Terrier
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Silky 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 Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Silky Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Silky Terrier?
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Silky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?
Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Silky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Silky Terriers?
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Silky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?
Plotts are very easy to train.
Silky Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Plott Better for Apartment Owners than the Silky Terrier?
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Silky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Plott or the Silky Terrier?
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Silky Terriers are OK 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 Silky Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Silky 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 Silky Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Plott and how the Silky Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Plott and of the Silky Terrier to other breeds:
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Plott versus German Longhaired Pointer Plott versus Whoodle Plott versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Plott versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Plott versus Pyrenean Shepherd Plott versus Akita Plott versus King Shepherd Plott versus Irish Setter Plott versus Mal Shi Plott versus Biewer Terrier Plott versus Tibetan Terrier Plott versus Kuvasz Plott versus Lancashire Heeler Plott versus Skye Terrier Plott versus Mastiff Plott versus Pug Plott versus Curly-Coated Retriever Plott versus Chihuahua Plott versus Mountain Cur Plott versus Greyhound Plott versus Irish Setter Plott versus Aussiedoodle Plott versus Afador Plott versus Bullmastiff
Silky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Silky Terrier versus Gordon Setter Silky Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever Silky Terrier versus Chinook Silky Terrier versus Airedale Terrier Silky Terrier versus Toy Fox Terrier Silky Terrier versus Bulldog Silky Terrier versus Komondor Silky Terrier versus Weimaraner Silky Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund Silky Terrier versus Greyhound Silky Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound Silky Terrier versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Silky Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer Silky Terrier versus Labradoodle Silky Terrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Silky Terrier versus Labrador Retriever Silky Terrier versus Pointer Silky Terrier versus Australian Cattle Dog Silky Terrier versus Barbet Silky Terrier versus American Eskimo Dog Silky Terrier versus Samoyed Silky Terrier versus Akbash Silky Terrier versus Bich Poo Silky Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund Silky Terrier versus Aussiedoodle
Conclusion: Plott versus Silky 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 Silky Terrier better suits you and your family.