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Plott Hound Puppies for Sale
Plott Hound
This is Duke the Plott Hound at 12 months old. He is
massive for a Plott at 75 pounds!
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Description |
The Plott Hound is a
medium-sized, muscular dog that is soundly put-together. The short, glossy,
dense coat usually comes in brindle but also comes in slate blue and buckskin;
many with black saddles. It has a long, high-held tail when the dog is alert.
The large, long ears are characteristic of the breed. The thigh muscles are lean
and powerful giving it lots of energy. The strong feet have webbed toes. |
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Temperament |
The breed's
"all-in-the-family" background makes it a fine companion. Loyal and
intelligent, the Plott Hound is quick to learn and quick to love and is good
with children. Their personable natures are surely not evident on the trail.
This large game hunter and scenthound has great courage. Determined, courageous
and proud, it will play chicken with a 500-pound papa bear or a ticked off boar.
The Plott has a curiously sharp and high-pitched voice, unlike the deep-throated
howl common to other coonhounds. Socialize this breed at an early age and be
sure to teach it simple obedience like walking on a leash. This breed tends to
drool and slobber. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 20-24 inches
(51-61 cm.)
Weight: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
The Plott Hound is
considered the hardiest of the coonhounds. It eats large quantities of food
quickly, which makes it susceptible to gastric torsion and life-threatening
twisting of the stomach. Do not exercise this dog after a big meal. |
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Living Conditions |
The Plott Hound is not
recommended for apartment life. They can live and sleep outdoors provided they
have proper shelter. This breed has no road sense at all and should be kept in a
safe area becase they have a tendency to wander. |
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Exercise |
The Plott Hound needs a
lot of physical exercise, which includes a daily, long, brisk
walk or jog. This well-muscled and rather lean- boned dog has
the endurance and stamina to work all day and well into the night. The Plott
Hound should have chances to run free but is born a natural hunter and has a
tendency to run off and hunt if they are not kept in a well fenced area while
exercising off the lead. |
Life Expectancy |
About 12-14 years. |
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Grooming |
The short coat of the
Plott Hound is easy to groom. Comb and brush occasionally to remove the dead
hair. Check the ears often to make sure they are clean and infection free. After
hunting they should be checked for torn nails, split pads on their feet, torn
ears, and fleas and ticks. |
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Origin |
The Plott Hound is the only
American hound without British ancestry. The breed's designated name honors its
American founders and family tree. Seven generations of the Jonathan Plott
family, beginning in the 1750's, bred their dogs exclusively within the family.
A mix of bloodhounds and curs reportedly comprised the original stock. The dog's
working claim to fame is coldtrailing bear and raccoons in the Appalachian, Blue
Ridge, and Great Smoky Mountains of the Eastern United States. The Plott Hound
is American through and through. The Plotts family have only rarely put these
dogs on the market; so while the breed was officially recognized in 1946, it is
still rare outside the southern states. Its is most efficient in the search for
coyotes, wolves, and wildcats. They are extremely hardy and have superior
hunting instincts. The breed has been carefully developed to be stronger and
more persistent. They can make a good family companion but are seldom kept as
one. Most people get these dogs for the hunt. |
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Hound |
Recognition |
UKC, NKC, AKC, CKC, APRI,
ACR |
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UKC = United
Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
AKC = American
Kennel Club
CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
This is Duke the Plott Hound at 12 months old. He is
massive for a Plott at 75 pounds!
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This is Loki, a 14 month old Plott Hound
Rescued from the SPCA
Hound Shirts!
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Photos courtesy of Southern Pride Plotts
Photos courtesy of Southern Pride Plotts
Photo courtesy of Southern Pride Plotts
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Plott Hound Pictures Pages 1
Hunting Dogs
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