Hound group · United States
Plott Hound
Also called Plott.
What makes them remarkable
Unlike many American coonhounds, the Plott traces its roots to German hunting hounds.
- Bold
- Loyal
- Alert
- Intelligent
- Protective
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 18 to 27 kg40 to 60 lb
- Lives
- 12 to 14 years
- Energy
- High
- Trains
- Moderate
- Barks
- High
Training
Training a Plott Hound
Hound breeds. Recall is the whole game. Build it on a long line before you trust it, and never punish a slow return.
Athletic and Agile
Start here
Built for hunting big game in mountains. They need significant exercise and outdoor time.
More Protective Than Other Coonhounds
Plotts have a stronger guarding instinct than other coonhounds. Early socialisation is important.
Determined Trackers
Once on a scent, they're relentless. Secure fencing and lead walking in unfenced areas essential.
The app turns this into five to fifteen minutes a day.
Add your Plott Hound and it builds the plan around their age, where they came from and what they already know, one step at a time.
Free to start. iPhone. No card needed.
At home
Living with one
Bred to hunt by scent or sight, often far from the handler. Independent, with a nose or eyes that override you.
Gets on with
- ChildrenHigh
- Other dogsModerate
- StrangersLow
- CatsLow
Breed averages. Early socialisation and the individual dog matter more.
- Exercise
- 1-2 hours daily. Active breed that loves hiking, tracking, and outdoor adventures.
- Grooming
- Low maintenance. Weekly brushing, regular ear cleaning.
- Drool
- Low
- Coat
- Smooth, Fine, GlossyBrindle, Black, Buckskin, Black with Brindle Trim
- In a flat
- Needs more space than a flat gives.
Health
Things to ask a breeder or vet about
Hip Dysplasia
Moderate
Joint condition common in active breeds
Ear Infections
Moderate
Floppy ears require regular cleaning
Bloat (GDV)
Severe
Deep chest creates risk; feed multiple small meals
Where they come from
History
The only coonhound not descended from English Foxhounds. Developed from German Hanoverian Hounds by the Plott family in North Carolina. The state dog of North Carolina.
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