Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Plott Versus Tibetan Spaniel: Introduction
- Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel: Overview
- Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel
- Lifespan of Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel
- Price of Plott versus Price of Tibetan Spaniel
- Adopting the Plott versus Adopting the Tibetan Spaniel
- The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Tibetan Spaniel
- Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel
- Do Plotts shed more than Tibetan Spaniels?
- Which one drools more, the Plott or the Tibetan Spaniel
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Tibetan Spaniel?
- Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Spaniel?
- Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Spaniels?
- Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Tibetan Spaniel
- Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Tibetan Spaniel?
- Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Tibetan Spaniels?
- How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Tibetan Spaniels?
- Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Tibetan Spaniel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Plott Versus Tibetan Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel? 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 Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniel. 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 Tibetan Spaniel.
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 Tibetan Spaniel.
Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Plott is a medium-sized dog while the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Plott to the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniel
| Factor | Plott | Tibetan Spaniel |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | From 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 75 pounds | 9 to 15 pounds |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $600 | $1650 |
| Price Range | $480 – $700 | $1200 – $2000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 161 | 117 |
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 Tibetan Spaniel. 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 Tibetan Spaniel is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Tibetan Spaniel is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get the Tibetan Spaniel!
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 Tibetan Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel
The Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Plott and the Tibetan Spaniel.
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, Tibetan Spaniels weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Spaniels are From 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Tibetan Spaniels is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Tibetan Spaniels is 13.5 years.
Tibetan Spaniels live longer than Plotts.
Price of Plott versus Price of Tibetan Spaniel
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 Tibetan Spaniel puppy is $1650. The price of the Tibetan Spaniel typically ranges from $1200 – $2000. However, the price of the Tibetan Spaniel can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 13 Tibetan Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Tibetan Spaniel is more expensive than the Plott.
| Plott | Tibetan Spaniel | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $600 | $1650 |
| Price Range | $480 to $700 | $1200 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Plott and Tibetan Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Plott puppies or how many Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniels
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Plott puppy or the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniel
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Plotts and many Tibetan Spaniels 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 Texas Ranger that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Plotts like Texas Ranger on pefinder.com.
Also, like Plotts, Tibetan Spaniels are also available for adoption. For example, Dan The Man is a Male Tibetan Spaniel that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Tibetan Spaniels like Dan The Man that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Mickey is the name of another Plott (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Plotts and Tibetan Spaniels that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Tibetan Spaniel
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 Tibetan Spaniel over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Tibetan Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Tibetan Spaniel is 117 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 Tibetan Spaniel
| Year | Plott Popularity Rank | Tibetan Spaniel Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 149 | 106 |
| 2014 | 154 | 122 |
| 2015 | 149 | 115 |
| 2016 | 158 | 118 |
| 2017 | 166 | 121 |
| 2018 | 171 | 119 |
| 2019 | 177 | 117 |
| 2020 | 167 | 118 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Tibetan Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Do Plotts shed more than Tibetan Spaniels?
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Tibetan Spaniels shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Plott or the Tibetan Spaniel
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Tibetan Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Tibetan Spaniel?
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Tibetan Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Spaniel?
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.
Tibetan Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Spaniels?
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Tibetan Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Tibetan Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Tibetan Spaniel
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Tibetan Spaniels have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Tibetan Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Tibetan Spaniel?
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Tibetan Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Tibetan Spaniels?
Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Tibetan Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Tibetan Spaniels?
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Tibetan Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Tibetan Spaniel?
Plotts are very easy to train.
Tibetan Spaniels are very easy to train.
Is the Plott Better for Apartment Owners than the Tibetan Spaniel?
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Tibetan Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Plott or the Tibetan Spaniel?
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Tibetan Spaniels 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 Tibetan Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Tibetan Spaniel:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Plott and how the Tibetan Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Plott and of the Tibetan Spaniel to other breeds:
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Belgian Malinois Plott versus Borzoi Plott versus Puli Plott versus Kooikerhondje Plott versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Plott versus Scottish Deerhound Plott versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Plott versus Field Spaniel Plott versus Schipperke Plott versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Plott versus Goldador Plott versus Shichon Plott versus Goldendoodle Plott versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Plott versus Coton de Tulear Plott versus Chinook Plott versus Pyredoodle Plott versus Portuguese Water Dog Plott versus Cane Corso Plott versus Bullmastiff Plott versus Siberian Husky Plott versus Patterdale Terrier Plott versus Cane Corso Plott versus Lagotto Romagnolo Plott versus Aussiedoodle
Tibetan Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Tibetan Spaniel versus Havanese Tibetan Spaniel versus Puggle Tibetan Spaniel versus Pug Tibetan Spaniel versus Irish Terrier Tibetan Spaniel versus Saluki Tibetan Spaniel versus Pekingese Tibetan Spaniel versus Plott Tibetan Spaniel versus Catahoula Bulldog Tibetan Spaniel versus Cocker Spaniel Tibetan Spaniel versus Norfolk Terrier Tibetan Spaniel versus Pharaoh Hound Tibetan Spaniel versus Bedlington Terrier Tibetan Spaniel versus Boston Terrier Tibetan Spaniel versus Brussels Griffon Tibetan Spaniel versus Komondor Tibetan Spaniel versus Labrador Retriever Tibetan Spaniel versus Braque du Bourbonnais Tibetan Spaniel versus Estrela Mountain Dog Tibetan Spaniel versus Silky Terrier Tibetan Spaniel versus Curly-Coated Retriever Tibetan Spaniel versus Dachshund Tibetan Spaniel versus French Spaniel Tibetan Spaniel versus Shihpoo Tibetan Spaniel versus Pomeranian Tibetan Spaniel versus Icelandic Sheepdog
Conclusion: Plott versus Tibetan Spaniel. 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 Tibetan Spaniel better suits you and your family.