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Miscellaneous breeds: Plott Hound
Origin
George Plott came from Germany in 1750 with his brother and five Hanoverian Hounds. He bred these dogs in North Carolina. For the next seven generations these dogs were bred by this family and were referred to as the Plott's hounds. When the lines needed an outcross, a tan, black-saddled Blevins was chosen. It is because of this cross, some brindle Plott hounds have a black saddle.
General description
Height: 20-25 inches
Weight: 40-60 pounds
Color: Any shade of brindle (a streaked or striped pattern of dark hair imposed on a lighter background) is preferred.
Grooming requirements
This short-coated dog has a dense coat, and is prone to shedding. To best remove the dead coat from your Plott Hound you will need a curry brush. Keep the ears clean and nails trimmed as well. All in all, the Plott Hound is a low-maintenance breed for grooming.
Breed characteristics and personality
Eager to please, devoted, astute, and attentive, this is a determined, confident, and fearless hunter. Disposition is generally even but varies among strains, with a distinction sometimes appearing between those bred for big game and those bred as coonhounds.
Uses
The Plott's traditional work is to track and bring to bay or tree big game such as bear, boar, and mountain lion, and many Plotts today are still performing their original function. Capable of speedily traversing diverse types of terrain and water in all seasons, the Plott is a bold, aggressive trailer with an open, unrestricted voice. Plott "music" is distinguished by a loud, ringing chop on the track and the tree, although bawl or squall trailing mouths are also acceptable.
Web links
AKC Plott Hound page
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