Dogs
Plott Hound
| Plott Hound |
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| Alternative names |
| Plott |
| Country of origin |
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United States |
| Common nicknames |
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| Classification and breed standards |
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AKC: |
Miscellaneous |
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UKC: |
Scenthound Breeds |
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| Not recognized by any major kennel club |
| This breed of dog is
extinct |
| Notes |
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The Plott Hound is a large
scent hound,
specifically a coonhound,
originally bred for hunting boar.
History
The Plott brothers brought their dogs with them from Germany to the United
States. They bred the dogs with neighboring dogs until they obtained the dogs
they desired. Later, their neighbors referred to the type of dog as a "Plott,"
named after the brothers.
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