Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Plott Hound

Compare the Anatolian Shepherd Dog to the Plott Hound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Anatolian Shepherd Dogs and Plott Hounds.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Plott Hound
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
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General Details
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
26-30 Inches
20-25 Inches
Weight
80-150 Pounds
40-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Origin Country
Turkey
United States
Origin Year
-4000 BC
1750 AD
Temperament
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Protective
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
High
Low to Medium
Dander
Low
Low to Medium
Drool
Medium
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Plott Hound
Breed Colors
Biscuit
Biscuit
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Gray Fawn
Gray Fawn
Liver
Liver
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
White
White
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