Origin

Their origin do not belong to Britan. The Plott hound dogs were mainly used to hunt animals and track bears. In 1940 this breed was introduced but this breed is really rare and not available that much to the Public.

General Description

The Plott hound is a medium sized dog and they have a muscular body. They are very athletic and always have a sweet expression. The Plott hound has a round tapered head and a long muzzle with a black nose at the tip. They have two almond shaped hazel eyes set apart and a level backside. Their neck is long and muscular and they have a broad chest which touches their shoulders. The Plott hound has straight boned limbs and legs and arched toes. Their ears are large and pendant shaped hanging by their head and their tail is long but a bit curved at the tip. They have a small coat like the Great Dane which is mainly found in brindle, Blue slate and other colours.

Character

The Plott hound is a very cute family dog and they are really very good to the kids. They love human companion ship to a great deal and always prefer to be loved and attended by family members. They should not be left alone otherwise they may get frustrated. The Plott hound is very gentle and intelligent by nature so they are easy to train. They are very strong, muscular and athletic and they are also good to other animals. But they may not mix with strangers well but at the same time they are not aggressive to them.

Temperament

The Plott hound is a very intelligent and obedient breed. Very much loyal to their families and at the same time eager and dedicated to their tasks. This breed is very friendly and has a good nature. Recommended for homes with older children. They are good to other dogs but not at all recommended for homes which have cats and small species. Don’t like to be left alone for a long time. If such happens they may bark excessively. They do not properly mix with the strangers but they are not aggressive towards them. Some of them may also be friendly to strangers. The Plott hound has a lively and curious nature. They are easy to deal with. This is a breed with a very curious nature and that is the reason it should be kept in proper watch because this habit may lead it to problems at certain point of times. They love to work and have a great sniffing power. If they are allowed they also love to play. This breed is good to children and other pets but at time they may be dominant on other dogs. They are recommended for experienced dog owners.

Training

The Plott hound require early obedience classes. Sometimes they behave in an independent and stubborn manner. Harsh training methods should not be applied. They should be trained with firmness, politeness and patience.

Health

The Plott hound is generally a healthy breed in comparison to others. They may be affected by some similar diseases just as other breeds like hip dysplasia. They should not be overfed as they have a tendency of growing fat. Their average lifespan is 10-12 years and average litter rate is 7-8 puppies.