Last Updated: Jun 15, 2022
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- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Plott: Introduction
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott: Overview
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott
- The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott
- Size Comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott
- Appearance (Colors) of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott
- Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott
- Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Plott
- Adopting the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Adopting the Plott
- The Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Popularity of Plott
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott
- Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Plotts?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Plott?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Plott?
- Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Plotts?
- Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Plott?
- Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Plott
- How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Plotts?
- Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
- Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
- Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Plott
- Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Plott: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and for the Plott. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Plott.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott: Overview
A very important difference between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Plott is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Plott belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the Plott based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott
| Factor | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Plott |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 13 to 18 pounds | 40 to 75 pounds |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 9 to 15 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2410 | $570 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $3000 | $480 – $700 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 17 | 162 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Plott. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Plott is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a better pet than the Plott. So, you should get a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott
Below is a list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weighs 13 to 18 pounds when fully grown. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 12 to 13 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Plott weighs 40 to 75 pounds when fully grown. The Plott is 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Colors
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Bicolor
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Apricot / Beige
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- White / Cream
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Black
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Brown / Chocolate
Plott Colors
The Plott comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Brindle
- Black
- Brown / Chocolate
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- White / Cream
- Apricot / Beige
The Plott comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Brown / Chocolate
- White / Cream
- Black
- Brindle
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Golden
Lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott
The lifespan of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is between 9 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of the Plott is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Plott is 13.0 years.
The Plott live longer than the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Price of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Price of Plott
The average price of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy is $2410. The price of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel typically ranges from $1800 – $3000. However, the price of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel can be as low as $300 and as high as $7995. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1216 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Plott puppy is $570. The price of the Plott typically ranges from $480 – $700. However, the price of the Plott can be as low as $100 and as high as $800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 21 Plott puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is more expensive than the Plott.
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Plott | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2410 | $570 |
| Price Range | $1800 to $3000 | $480 to $700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies or how many Plott puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Plotts
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy or the Plott puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Adopting the Plott
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and many Plotts are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Randy that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cavalier King Charles Spaniels like Randy on pefinder.com.
Also, like Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Plotts are also available for adoption. For example, Titan is a Male Plott that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Plotts like Titan that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Camelot is the name of another Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Quaint Quinn is an adorable Male Plott on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Plotts that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Popularity of Plott
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Plott. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is 17 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Plott is 162 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Popularity of Plott
| Year | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Popularity Rank | Plott Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 18 | 149 |
| 2014 | 19 | 154 |
| 2015 | 18 | 149 |
| 2016 | 19 | 158 |
| 2017 | 19 | 166 |
| 2018 | 18 | 171 |
| 2019 | 16 | 177 |
| 2020 | 17 | 167 |
| 2021 | 15 | 171 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Plotts do not like to be left alone.
Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed more than Plotts?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed moderately.
Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Plott?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Plotts are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Plott?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Plotts get along very well with other dogs.
Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels good family dogs? What about Plotts?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Easier to Train than the Plott?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very easy to train.
Plotts are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Plott
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Plotts?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Plotts have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs. Plott
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Plotts can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or the Plott?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Plotts are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel compares to other breeds aside from the Plott. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to other breeds:
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Karelian Bear Dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Australian Kelpie Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Afador Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Norwegian Lundehund Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Welsh Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Chinese Crested Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus English Toy Spaniel Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Harrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Kai Ken Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bulldog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Saint Berdoodle Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Scottish Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Spanish Mastiff Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Lakeland Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bluetick Coonhound Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Sheepadoodle Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Bull Terrier Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Conclusion: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel versus Plott. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and the Plott better suits you and your family.