Alert
Courageous
Bold
Loyal

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Clever

Plott Hounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Yorkie Pins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Plott Hounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Yorkie Pins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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Bloodhound, Cur, Hanoverian Schweisshunden

Miniature Pinscher and Yorkshire Terrier

1750

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Brindle
Black

Black
Brown
White

Plott Hounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Yorkie Pins have medium-length coats.

A Plott Hound can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Yorkie Pin can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Plott Hounds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Yorkie Pins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Plott Hound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

While the Yorkie Pin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Gastric Torsion

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Hypoglycemia
Eye Problems
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Mitral Valve Disease
Corneal Dystrophy
Reverse Sneezing

Hip X-Rays

Eye
Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Plott Hound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Yorkie Pin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Plott Hounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Yorkie Pins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Plott Hounds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Yorkie Pin dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Chase, Explore, Tug-of-war, Run, Hunt, Walking, Hide & Seek, Cuddle, Walk, Fetch, Cuddling, Playdate, Go to Park, Bath time, Groom, Play

Playing, Walking, Play, Tug-of-war, Nap, Walk, Daily walks, Cuddling, Car rides, Run, Go to Beach, Going on drives, Road trip, Eating Snacks, Cuddles

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Plott Hound, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Yorkie Pin, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Plott Hound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Yorkie Pin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Plott Hound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Yorkie Pin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 51-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Plott Hound feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Yorkie Pin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Plott Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Yorkie Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Plott Hound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Yorkie Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Plott Hound has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Yorkie Pins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Plott Hound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Yorkie Pins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Plott Hounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Yorkie Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Plott Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Yorkie Pins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Plott Hounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Yorkie Pins are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Plott Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Yorkie Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Plott Hounds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Yorkie Pins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Plott Hounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Yorkie Pins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.