Plott Hound vs Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer

Compare the Plott Hound to the Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Plott Hounds and Slovak Rough-Haired Pointers.

Plott Hound vs Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
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General Details
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
20-25 Inches
22½-27 Inches
Weight
40-75 Pounds
55-77 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Origin Country
United States
Slovakia
Origin Year
1750 AD
1950 AD
Temperament
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low to Medium
None to Low
Dander
Low to Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Malocclusions
Idiopathic epilepsy
Westie jaw
Dental problems
Eye problems
Skin diseases
Autoimmune disorders
Underbite
Overbite
Discospondylitis
Metaphyseal osteopathy
Steroid responsive meningitis-arteritis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Plott Hound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Breed Colors
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