Compared to us humans, all dogs have a superior sense of smell, but some dogs' noses are next level – if you hadn’t guessed already, we're talking about scent hounds. Bred for their skills in the ...

SALISBURY — At the risk of sounding like an announcer at an American Kennel Club dog show, let’s introduce the Plott Hound. Plotts are big-game hunters and strongly independent hounds. They are known ...

Imagine a dog breed so loyal and hardworking for centuries that it became a symbol of an entire state. The Plott Hound, the official North Carolina state dog, is more than just a breed, as it's a ...

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 hearts of television viewers. In pose-offs against ...

The Plott Hound is not only a passionate hunter but also a sensitive companion–a fascinating combination that makes it a unique breed. Originally bred for hunting bears and cougars, it combines ...