Plott Hound — breed guide
Plott Hound — temperament, grooming, exercise, heat tolerance and care, from the Leash Life breed guide.
At a glance
- Group
- hound
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 18–27 kg (40–60 lb)
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Coat
- Short, smooth, brindle
Living with a Plott Hound
- Very high energy — built for work and long days out.
- Almost no grooming.
- Moderate shedding.
- Trainable with consistency.
- Barks readily.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Can live with a cat, with a slow introduction and an escape route for the cat.
- Not well suited to a flat — space, exercise need or voice works against it.
- Better with previous experience behind you.
- Handles warm weather well.
- Average cold tolerance.
Temperament
Tenacious · Bold · Loyal · Alert
Health to watch
- Hip dysplasia
- Bloat
- Ear infections
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Plott Hound good with kids?
Generally yes. Plott Hounds are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Plott Hound good with cats?
It can work, with management. Introduce them gradually, feed them apart, and make sure the cat has vertical space the dog cannot reach. Plan to manage it rather than assume it.
How much exercise does a Plott Hound need?
Hours — this breed needs a job or a long day out.
Can a Plott Hound handle hot weather?
It copes well with warm days.
Leash Life keeps a Plott Hound's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.