Basset Hound vs Plott Hound
Breed Compatibility
40% Compatible
Energy Level
Basset Hound: Couch Potato0.2
Plott Hound: Energetic0.8
Less Compatible
Trainability
Basset Hound: Independent0.4
Plott Hound: Independent0.4
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Basset Hound: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Plott Hound: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Basset Hound5/5
Plott Hound0/5
Good with Other Dogs
Basset Hound5/5
Plott Hound0/5
Good with Strangers
Basset Hound3/5
Plott Hound0/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Basset Hound
Ear Infections: Prone due to long ears
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Glaucoma: Eye pressure condition
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint problems
Thrombopathy: Blood clotting issue
Plott Hound
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Bloat: Digestive emergency condition
Eye Problems: Various vision issues
Ear Infections: Common in hanging ears
Heart Issues: Cardiac health concerns
Skin Allergies: Environmental reactions
Pros & Cons Comparison
Basset Hound
Pros
Gentle and patient temperament
Great with children and other pets
Low exercise needs
Excellent sense of smell
Adaptable to different living situations
Cons
Stubborn and challenging to train
Prone to obesity
Regular ear cleaning required
Significant drooling
Can be vocal
Plott Hound
Pros
Excellent tracking abilities
Loyal companion
Athletic and enduring
Low grooming needs
Cons
High exercise requirements
Strong prey drive
Independent nature
Not apartment suitable
Basset Hound Fun Fact
Their long ears help sweep scent particles toward their nose, making them one of the best tracking breeds!
Plott Hound Fun Fact
Plott Hounds are the only officially recognized breed developed in North Carolina.
Heritage & Purpose
Basset Hound
Origin:
Developed in medieval France during the 1500s, these scent hounds excelled at tracking rabbits and hares through dense underbrush, their low-set bodies and powerful noses perfectly suited for the task.
Plott Hound
Origin: United States
Developed in the mountains of North Carolina during the 1750s for tracking and treeing large game. German immigrant Johannes Plott refined the breed for bear hunting.
Special Considerations
Basset Hound
Regular ear cleaning essential due to infection risk. Weight management crucial to prevent joint stress. Moderate exercise needed despite low energy levels.
Plott Hound
Needs secure fencing due to strong tracking instincts. Regular exercise crucial for good behavior. Occasional grooming required but generally low maintenance.
Shedding
OccasionalShedding
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