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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Following the yearly National Dog Show this Thanksgiving, many Americans discovered the existence of "state dogs." Not every state has an official dog. In fact, less than half of the United States ...

The fourth-graders at Clemmons Elementary School were entertained Monday by a Plott Hound dog named “Lucky.” But Lucky is not just any hound. His breed is recognized as North Carolina’s state dog.