Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Plott Versus Standard Schnauzer: Introduction
- Plott versus Standard Schnauzer: Overview
- Plott versus Standard Schnauzer: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Standard Schnauzer
- The Similarities Between the Plott and the Standard Schnauzer
- Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Standard Schnauzer
- Lifespan of Plott versus Standard Schnauzer
- Price of Plott versus Price of Standard Schnauzer
- Adopting the Plott versus Adopting the Standard Schnauzer
- The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Standard Schnauzer
- Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Standard Schnauzer
- Do Plotts shed more than Standard Schnauzers?
- Which one drools more, the Plott or the Standard Schnauzer
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Standard Schnauzer?
- Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Standard Schnauzer?
- Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Standard Schnauzers?
- Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Standard Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Standard Schnauzer
- Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Standard Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Standard Schnauzer?
- Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Standard Schnauzers?
- How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Standard Schnauzers?
- Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Standard Schnauzer?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Standard Schnauzer
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Plott versus Standard Schnauzer. Which One is a Better Pet?
Plott Versus Standard Schnauzer: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Plott and the Standard Schnauzer? 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 Standard Schnauzer 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 Standard Schnauzer.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Plott and the Standard Schnauzer 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 Standard Schnauzer. 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 Standard Schnauzer.
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 Standard Schnauzer.
Plott versus Standard Schnauzer: Overview
Both the Plott and the Standard Schnauzer are similar in size. The Plott and the Standard Schnauzer are both medium-sized dogs.
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 Standard Schnauzer 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 Standard Schnauzer: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Plott to the Standard Schnauzer 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 Standard Schnauzer
| Factor | Plott | Standard Schnauzer |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 13 to 16 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 8 inches tall at the s |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 75 pounds | 30 to 50 pounds |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 14.5 years |
| Average Price | $600 | $1710 |
| Price Range | $480 – $700 | $1200 – $2150 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 161 | 90 |
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 Standard Schnauzer. 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 Standard Schnauzer is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Standard Schnauzer is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Standard Schnauzer!
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 Standard Schnauzer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Standard Schnauzer
Below is a list of where the Plott and the Standard Schnauzer are most different:
The Similarities Between the Plott and the Standard Schnauzer
The Plott and the Standard Schnauzer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Plott and the Standard Schnauzer are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Standard Schnauzer
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Plott and the Standard Schnauzer.
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, Standard Schnauzers weigh 30 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Standard Schnauzers are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 8 inches tall at the s when fully grown.
Lifespan of Plott versus Standard Schnauzer
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Standard Schnauzers is between 13 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzers is 14.5 years.
Standard Schnauzers live longer than Plotts.
Price of Plott versus Price of Standard Schnauzer
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 Standard Schnauzer puppy is $1710. The price of the Standard Schnauzer typically ranges from $1200 – $2150. However, the price of the Standard Schnauzer can be as low as $600 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 26 Standard Schnauzer puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Standard Schnauzer is more expensive than the Plott.
| Plott | Standard Schnauzer | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $600 | $1710 |
| Price Range | $480 to $700 | $1200 to $2150 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Plott and Standard Schnauzer. For different price points, the charts show how many Plott puppies or how many Standard Schnauzer 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 Standard Schnauzers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Plott puppy or the Standard Schnauzer 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 Standard Schnauzer
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Plotts and many Standard Schnauzers 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, Standard Schnauzers are also available for adoption. For example, Clyde is a Male Standard Schnauzer that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Standard Schnauzers like Clyde 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, Mickey is an adorable Male Standard Schnauzer on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Plotts and Standard Schnauzers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Standard Schnauzer
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 Standard Schnauzer over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Standard Schnauzer is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Standard Schnauzer is 90 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 Standard Schnauzer
| Year | Plott Popularity Rank | Standard Schnauzer Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 149 | 90 |
| 2014 | 154 | 90 |
| 2015 | 149 | 91 |
| 2016 | 158 | 85 |
| 2017 | 166 | 90 |
| 2018 | 171 | 89 |
| 2019 | 177 | 97 |
| 2020 | 167 | 92 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Standard Schnauzer
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Standard Schnauzers do not like to be left alone.
Do Plotts shed more than Standard Schnauzers?
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Standard Schnauzers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Plott or the Standard Schnauzer
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Standard Schnauzers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Standard Schnauzer?
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Standard Schnauzers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Standard Schnauzer?
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.
Standard Schnauzers 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 Standard Schnauzers?
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Standard Schnauzers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Standard Schnauzers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Standard Schnauzers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Standard Schnauzer
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Standard Schnauzers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Standard Schnauzers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Standard Schnauzers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Standard Schnauzer?
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Standard Schnauzers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Standard Schnauzers?
Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Standard Schnauzers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Standard Schnauzers?
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Standard Schnauzers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Standard Schnauzer?
Plotts are very easy to train.
Standard Schnauzers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Plott Better for Apartment Owners than the Standard Schnauzer?
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Standard Schnauzers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Plott or the Standard Schnauzer?
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Standard Schnauzers 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 Standard Schnauzer
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Standard Schnauzer 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 Standard Schnauzer:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Plott and how the Standard Schnauzer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Plott and of the Standard Schnauzer to other breeds:
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Bich Poo Plott versus Komondor Plott versus Airedale Terrier Plott versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Plott versus Basset Hound Plott versus Miniature Poodle Plott versus Shiranian Plott versus Spinone Italiano Plott versus Bloodhound Plott versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Plott versus Dalmatian Plott versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Plott versus Saint Bernard Plott versus Australian Shepherd Plott versus Bluetick Coonhound Plott versus Biewer Terrier Plott versus Scottish Terrier Plott versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Plott versus Belgian Tervuren Plott versus Irish Setter Plott versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Plott versus Sealyham Terrier Plott versus Schnoodle Plott versus Pug Plott versus Dachshund
Standard Schnauzer Versus Other Dog Breeds
Standard Schnauzer versus Catahoula Bulldog Standard Schnauzer versus Scottish Deerhound Standard Schnauzer versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Standard Schnauzer versus Lakeland Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus Goldendoodle Standard Schnauzer versus Pyrenean Shepherd Standard Schnauzer versus Yorkshire Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus American Water Spaniel Standard Schnauzer versus Belgian Tervuren Standard Schnauzer versus Cockapoo Standard Schnauzer versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Standard Schnauzer versus Biewer Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus Pharaoh Hound Standard Schnauzer versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Standard Schnauzer versus Chinese Crested Standard Schnauzer versus Sealyham Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus Kerry Blue Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus Australian Shepherd Standard Schnauzer versus Akita Standard Schnauzer versus Flat-Coated Retriever Standard Schnauzer versus Kerry Blue Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus Whoodle Standard Schnauzer versus Kerry Blue Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Standard Schnauzer versus Italian Greyhound
Conclusion: Plott versus Standard Schnauzer. 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 Standard Schnauzer better suits you and your family.