Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Plott Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction
- Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview
- Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli
- The Similarities Between the Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli
- Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli
- Lifespan of Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli
- Price of Plott versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli
- Adopting the Plott versus Adopting the Xoloitzcuintli
- The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli
- Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli
- Do Plotts shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?
- Which one drools more, the Plott or the Xoloitzcuintli
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Xoloitzcuintli?
- Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Xoloitzcuintli?
- Do Plotts Bark and Howl? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?
- Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Xoloitzcuintli
- Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Xoloitzcuintli?
- Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?
- How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Xoloitzcuintlis?
- Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Xoloitzcuintli
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli. Which One is a Better Pet?
Plott Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli? 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 Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli.
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 Xoloitzcuintli.
Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview
Both the Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli are similar in size. The Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Plott to the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli
Factor | Plott | Xoloitzcuintli |
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Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 14 to 20 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 40 to 75 pounds | 10 to 50 pounds |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
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 | 3/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 17.0 years |
Average Price | $600 | $1890 |
Price Range | $480 – $700 | $1000 – $2500 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 161 | 138 |
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 Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Xoloitzcuintli is not better or worse than the Plott. So, you can get the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli
Below is a list of where the Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli are most different:
The Similarities Between the Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli
The Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Plott and the Xoloitzcuintli.
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, Xoloitzcuintlis weigh 10 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Xoloitzcuintlis are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.
Lifespan of Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli
The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is between 14 to 20 years. The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is 17.0 years.
Xoloitzcuintlis live longer than Plotts.
Price of Plott versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli
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 Xoloitzcuintli puppy is $1890. The price of the Xoloitzcuintli typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of the Xoloitzcuintli can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Xoloitzcuintli puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Xoloitzcuintli is more expensive than the Plott.
Plott | Xoloitzcuintli | |
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Average Price | $600 | $1890 |
Price Range | $480 to $700 | $1000 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Plott and Xoloitzcuintli. For different price points, the charts show how many Plott puppies or how many Xoloitzcuintli puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
![A breakdown of the prices of Plotts. The typical price range is shaded Green.](https://i0.wp.com/pupvs.com/wp-content/uploads/images/plott-prices-average-range.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
A breakdown of the prices of Plotts. The typical price range is shaded Green.
![A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis](https://i0.wp.com/pupvs.com/wp-content/uploads/images/xoloitzcuintli-prices-average-range.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Plott puppy or the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Plotts and many Xoloitzcuintlis 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, Xoloitzcuintlis are also available for adoption. For example, Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care is a Male Xoloitzcuintli that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Xoloitzcuintlis like Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
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Diesel is the name of another Plott (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Plotts and Xoloitzcuintlis that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Plott versus Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli
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 Xoloitzcuintli over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Xoloitzcuintli is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Xoloitzcuintli is 138 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 161 out of about 200 dog breeds.
![Popularity of Plott](https://i0.wp.com/pupvs.com/wp-content/uploads/images/how-popular-plott-puppies-years.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
Popularity of Plott
![Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli](https://i0.wp.com/pupvs.com/wp-content/uploads/images/how-popular-xoloitzcuintli-puppies-years.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli
Year | Plott Popularity Rank | Xoloitzcuintli Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 149 | 139 |
2014 | 154 | 142 |
2015 | 149 | 135 |
2016 | 158 | 139 |
2017 | 166 | 143 |
2018 | 171 | 140 |
2019 | 177 | 137 |
2020 | 167 | 131 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.
Do Plotts shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Xoloitzcuintlis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Plott or the Xoloitzcuintli
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
Xoloitzcuintlis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Plott or the Xoloitzcuintli?
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.
Does the Plott Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Xoloitzcuintli?
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.
Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Xoloitzcuintlis?
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Xoloitzcuintlis can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Plott vs. Xoloitzcuintli
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Xoloitzcuintlis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Xoloitzcuintlis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Plott or the Xoloitzcuintli?
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Plotts good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?
Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Xoloitzcuintlis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Plotts and Xoloitzcuintlis?
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Xoloitzcuintlis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Plott Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?
Plotts are very easy to train.
Xoloitzcuintlis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Plott Better for Apartment Owners than the Xoloitzcuintli?
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Xoloitzcuintlis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Plott or the Xoloitzcuintli?
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Xoloitzcuintli
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Plott and how the Xoloitzcuintli compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Plott and of the Xoloitzcuintli to other breeds:
Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds
Plott versus Bullmastiff Plott versus Field Spaniel Plott versus Cairn Terrier Plott versus Irish Wolfhound Plott versus Bearded Collie Plott versus Doberman Pinscher Plott versus Mastiff Plott versus Afghan Hound Plott versus Affenhuahua Plott versus Beaglier Plott versus Bichon Frise Plott versus Scottish Terrier Plott versus Fila Brasileiro Plott versus Tibetan Terrier Plott versus Bouvier des Flandres Plott versus Puli Plott versus Pyrenean Shepherd Plott versus French Spaniel Plott versus Spanish Mastiff Plott versus Shiba Inu Plott versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Plott versus Finnish Lapphund Plott versus American Hairless Terrier Plott versus Standard Schnauzer
Xoloitzcuintli Versus Other Dog Breeds
Xoloitzcuintli versus Dachshund Xoloitzcuintli versus Border Collie Xoloitzcuintli versus Skye Terrier Xoloitzcuintli versus Australian Cattle Dog Xoloitzcuintli versus Irish Setter Xoloitzcuintli versus Golden Retriever Xoloitzcuintli versus Cocker Spaniel Xoloitzcuintli versus Norwich Terrier Xoloitzcuintli versus Boston Terrier Xoloitzcuintli versus American Pit Bull Terrier Xoloitzcuintli versus Hovawart Xoloitzcuintli versus Saluki Xoloitzcuintli versus Brittany Xoloitzcuintli versus Braque du Bourbonnais Xoloitzcuintli versus Aussiedoodle Xoloitzcuintli versus Mastiff Xoloitzcuintli versus German Shepherd Dog Xoloitzcuintli versus Yorkipoo Xoloitzcuintli versus Great Dane Xoloitzcuintli versus Borzoi Xoloitzcuintli versus Gordon Setter Xoloitzcuintli versus German Wirehaired Pointer Xoloitzcuintli versus Saint Berdoodle Xoloitzcuintli versus Pointer Xoloitzcuintli versus Canaan Dog
Conclusion: Plott versus Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli better suits you and your family.