Plott Hound vs Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Breed Compatibility
87% Compatible
Energy Level
Plott Hound: Energetic0.8
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Very Compatible
Trainability
Plott Hound: Independent0.4
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: May be Stubborn0.2
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Plott Hound: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Plott Hound0/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Good with Other Dogs
Plott Hound0/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Good with Strangers
Plott Hound0/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
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
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Degenerative Myelopathy: Spinal cord disease
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Pros & Cons Comparison
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
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Pros
Highly intelligent
Excellent guard dog
Athletic and agile
Strong bond with family
Cons
High exercise needs
Challenging to train
Not for novice owners
Strong prey drive
Plott Hound Fun Fact
Plott Hounds are the only officially recognized breed developed in North Carolina.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak Fun Fact
One of few recognized dog breeds with recent documented wolf ancestry, created through controlled breeding.
Heritage & Purpose
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.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Origin:
Developed in 1955 in Czechoslovakia through systematic breeding of German Shepherds with Carpathian wolves, creating military and border patrol working dogs.
Special Considerations
Plott Hound
Needs secure fencing due to strong tracking instincts. Regular exercise crucial for good behavior. Occasional grooming required but generally low maintenance.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Needs extensive socialization, high-intensity exercise, and experienced handling. Regular grooming during shedding seasons and consistent training essential.
Shedding
OccasionalShedding
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