One thing that makes the Plott Hound unique is its lineage - unlike the other five AKC coonhound breeds, Plotts are descended from German "Hanover hounds" rather than the typical English Foxhound.

They eventually bred their Hanover hounds with local hunting dogs, which allowed the Plott hound to take shape. The breed is known not only for scent hound abilities but also a loud, musical bay ...

An article from Dogster about the breed states these dogs were originally bred as a cross between a Bavarian hound and a Hanover hound, however, they have developed into their own breed today.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - An unnamed, approximately 3-month-old beagle and boxer mix is available for adoption from the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office Animal Shelter. Very food motivated, he ...