May 16, 2011 in 1998, the american kennel club recognized the plott hound as a distinctive breed. This date is determined by westminster kennel club records and is somewhat arbitrary. The plott entered the akc registry on august 1, 1998, and was admitted to the miscellaneous class on october 1, 1998. The plott easily traverses various terrains with agility and speed. The plott bear hound, a dog originally from germany and developed in the north carolina mountains, is known as one of the. The plott hound has a distinctive highpitched bark that is effective in alerting hunters to treed prey. Plott hound fun facts and crate size pet crates direct. He is writing a book on its history and has hours of taped interviews with. Rather it is usually when that breed is first named as such in the catalog and show records. Add any of the books on this page for your shopping cart regardless of the inventory. National plott hound association pet supplies facebook.
The plott hound is an agile, muscular dog with a short, often brindle colored coat and historic mountain heritage. The plott hound, one of four breeds making its debut on the green carpet this week at the westminster kennel club dog show, is unlikely to melt the. The plott hound was first registered with the united kennel club in 1946. Yet, even today most major dog organizations, kennel clubs and publications. The plott hound training book is a truly informative and unique training guide, full of reliable and tested information written for the admirers of. By sarah kucharski staff writer owners of plott hounds will say that the. Each approved breed has what is called a parent club or national club. In 2006, the american kennel club akc finally gave full recognition to the plott. To learn how to join the united kennel club, visit a video spotlight on the 2010 national plott hound days event in holmesville, ohio. Here are some facts to know if you are considering a plott hound for a pet, hunting companion, or hunt trial dog, according to the american kennel club. Todays plotts are known for their great courage and stamina. Noted for stamina, endurance, agility, determination and aggressiveness when hunting, the powerful, wellmuscled, yet streamlined plott combines courage with athletic ability. Unlike some other hounds, the plott hound s skin is not baggy.
Plott hound dog breed information american kennel club. National beagle club national plott hound association national shiba club newfoundland club of america north american deutsch kurzhaar club norwegian elkhound association of america. The american kennel club doesnt list plotts among its breeds recommended for allergy sufferers. Detailed information for club plott hound association of america event search find a puppy register your dog shop akc tv sign in. In 1989, north carolina named the plott hound as its official state dog. Earn money by sharing your favorite books through our affiliate program. Grch egrch pr my dog im calling dibs, plott, owned and handled by wayne steele of wakefield, virginia. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home.
It does not necessarily correspond with official recognition by the akc nor with its standing as a separate breed or variety at westminster. United kennel club ukc is an international dog registry celebrating bonds, rewarding ability, and preserving the value of a pedigree. Feb 12, 2008 one of only a handful of breeds recognized by the american kennel club as having its origins in this country, the plott hound has been the state dog of north carolina since 1988 and a common sight. They stand 20 to 25 inches at the shoulder, weigh about 45 to 55 pounds and are strong and fast. The plott hound follows his nose so installing a fence isnt a bad idea. The american kennel club, which recognized the plott hound as its own distinct breed in 1998, describes the dog as the plott, a hound with a curious name and a unique history, is a rugged, relentless hunting dog who is a mellow gentleman at home but fearless, implacable, and bold at work.
The plott hound is the official state dog of north carolina. Pictured here is a plott hound near waynesville, nc, circa 1952. Eventually, george plott and his hounds arrived safely in new bern, north carolina. The plott is the only coonhound breed recognized by the ukc, which has its roots in foxhounds. Unlike some other hounds, the plott hounds skin is not baggy. The plott hound is a large scent hound, originally bred for hunting bears. This book was very informative to me as the owner of a plott hound. Park service named three peaks in the balsam mountain range and erected an interpretive sign at mile marker 457. Pocahontas plott kennel plott bear and coon hounds.
Plott ridge kennels at plott ridge kennels we take pride in preserving and perpetuating the legacy of the oldtime multipurpose plott dog. Plott dog breed hypoallergenic, health and life span petmd. National plott hound association meets in springfield. Ch pr wheelers showtime midnight iris, owned by mark wheeler of wynnewood, oklahoma, handled by lory galbreath. Henry plott and lydia osborne plott reared a family of eight sons and three daughters. He hails from the mountains of western north carolina and is the only coonhound breed not descended from the foxhound. Maltipoo vs plott hound vs treeing walker coonhound which one is a better dog breed for you. The plott hound is one of only six coonhound breeds registered with the united kennel club ukc. In 1989, the dogs was official designated as the state dog of north carolina, and in 1998 the breed was admitted into the miscellaneous class. The plott hound would make a great companion for a jogger, hiker and especially a hunter. Local plott hound association member and robertson county native gary french, said recently, of the six breeds of coon hounds registered by the united kennel club, only the. The plott mound breed standards were adopted by nkc after studying desired standards by the hunters of plotts in hope that these standards will help breeders and show judges to select dogs that best meet the desired standards.
The breed was recognized by the united kennel club in 1946 and by the american kennel club in 2006. Hound group records 8th westminster kennel club dog show. Remember that no breed is 100% hypoallergenic, and any breed can aggravate allergies. You can reduce your furry friends impact on your allergies with frequent baths and brushings to reduce loose hairs and aggravating proteins in your pets dander. The vkc has provided a section of resources to help you learn more about the breeds of dogs you are interested in. Though the breed makes a good companion, it is generally used for hunting. Bob swain worked its way through the general assembly to make the plott hound the state dog. Maltipoo vs plott hound which one is a better dog breed. In 1998, the american kennel club recognized the plott as a distinctive breed and in 2007 they were moved into the hound group. The plott is a beautiful, strongly build yet moderate hound, with a distinct brindle colored coat. Jun 01, 2015 the american kennel club describes the plott hound as a hunting hound of striking color that traditionally brings big game to bay or tree, noting that the powerful, wellmuscled, streamlined plott combines courage with athletic ability. The rabbit as a swift prey animal is also known for its speed, agility, and endurance, symbolized for example by the marketing icons the energizer bunny and the duracell bunny. American kennel club plott hound association of america.
I dont know what their name for the plott dog was in german or. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Of the dozens of breeds recognized by the american kennel club, only a handful originated from the united states rather than. Since 2007 at least five books have been published about, or related to, the plo. Bob plott writes the definitive book on his familys. We have found 32 businesses for dog clubs in inverloch, vic 3996 lillydale kennel club, northcote obedience dog club inc. Maltipoo vs plott hound which one is a better dog breed for. Plott hound other namesplott plotthund originunited states kennel club standards united kennel club standard notesstate dog of north ca. Plotts also make exceptional coon hounds for both leisure and competition coon hunters. Jun 25, 2012 the breed was officially named the plott hound in 1946, when the united kennel club ukc recognized it.
We use cookies to capture information such as ip addresses and tailor the website to our clients needs. There were ten plott hounds used on this hunting expedition. The plott hound is one of only four dog breeds developed exclusively in. Continental kennel club recognizes and publishes ckc breed standards for hundreds of dog breeds. We are not a puppy factory and we reserve the right to sell our dogs only to those that are worthy of them. We also use this information to target and measure promotional material. Dec, 2010 the plott hound was recognized as the north carolina state dog in 1989, but the breed really hit the big time in 2008 when the first plott hound appeared in the westminster kennel club dog show. National plott hound association meets in springfield news. From mugs to jewelry to umbrellas, its a breed lovers dream. Oct 25, 2017 being a big game hunter, the plott hound was used in 1960 by the emperor of japan to hunt bears that were attacking villagers and their animals. It is for this famous hunter and his descendants that the u. The story of the plott hound 2007, a history of hunting in the great smoky mountains 2008, legendary hunters of the southern highlands 2009 and colorful characters of the great smoky mountains 2011all.
Its ancestors came from germany where they were used for boar hunting. The american kennel club operates by a club of clubs structure meaning clubs apply for approval to be licensed to hold certain event types. To learn how to join the united kennel club, visit about ukc hunting opsukc hunting programs are familyfriendly outdoor experiences best enj. But it was nine years earlier that legislation started by former n. Plott hound association and the north carolina bear hunters association. The plott dog specializes in big game such as bear, hogs, and cats. Aint nothing like a hound dog smoky mountain living.
The breed is recognized by the american kennel club and classified as a member of the hound group. Not only are these dogs found throughout the united states but are also found in various places around the world. The hound that made the plott name a legend appalachian. The plott hound is a strongly built yet moderate hound, with a distinct brindlecolored coat. In forming this organization, charter members sought to return to the original and accurate breed standards, recognize the buckskin as a true plott, give big game hunters a more active role and voice in breed matters, and make the hound owning public aware of past inaccuracies and misconceptions regarding.
Find similarities and differences between maltipoo vs plott hound vs treeing walker coonhound compare maltipoo and plott hound. The plott hound is extremely easy and quick to groom. Strike and stay the story of the plott hound is the brand new book about my. We have found 31 businesses for dog clubs in healesville, vic 3777 lillydale kennel club, northcote obedience dog club inc. Like the plott hound, the hanoverian is mediumsized and often brindle, though it is noticeably shorterlegged. Its also recognized by the united kennel club as the plott hound, where its part of the scenthound group. The american kennel club recognized the plott hound as a distinctive breed in 1998. The plott hound still boasts the purest bloodline of all the coonhound breeds. He is the author of four other awardwinning books strike and stay. The plott hound, a hound with a curious name and a unique history, is a rugged, relentless hunting dog who is a mellow gentleman at home but fearless, implacable, and bold at work. The plott hound is the only breed known to have been developed in north carolina and in 1989, they were officially recognized as their state dog.
Its appearance suggests the capacity for speed, stamina and endurance. Jan, 2016 all dogs have attractive qualities along with needs that make them less attractive for some dog owners. The ukc recognized the plott hound as a specific and unique breed in 1946. When it came time to pick a state dog, the plott hound was an easy. Plott hounds were recognized by the american kennel club in 2006 and were exhibited at the westminster show in 2008. The plott hound has become a number one choice for many coyote and wolf hunters as well.
The plott hound is generally athletic, muscular, and agile in appearance, with a medium build. Plott hound training guide plott hound training book includes. Oct 29, 2020 like the plott hound, the hanoverian is mediumsized and often brindle, though it is noticeably shorterlegged. Today, the breed is part of the american kennel club hound group, where its known as the plott. The plott hound is a cunning and confident biggame hunting dog with a fierce and tenacious nature on the trail and an even, affectionate and loyal temperament in the home. The plott hound loves children and looks out for them as if they were his own. Its ancestors came from germany where they were used for. The hound that made the plott name a legend appalachian history. The plott currently ranks 4 th among the breeds registered by the akc. Of the 7 breeds of coonhounds recognized by the united kennel club, the plott alone does not trace its ancestry from foxhounds. The plott bear hound, a dog originally from germany and developed in.
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