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Plott Hound
Canis lupus familiaris
The Plott Hound is a powerful and agile breed of coonhound, originally bred in North Carolina and recognized as the state dog. Known for its striking brindle coat, the Plott Hound was developed for hunting large game such as boar and bear, prized for its stamina, intelligence, a…
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- Despite being North Carolina's state dog, Plott Hounds remain relatively rare outside the southeastern United States.
- The Plott Hound is the only coonhound breed that does not trace its lineage to foxhounds, instead descending from German Hanoverian Schweisshunds. Their brindle coat comes in a variety of shades, and they often have a subtle musky scent unique to the breed.
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