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 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 ...

Vermont State Police's newest member is 9 weeks old, loves to play with her coworkers, and has floppy ears that are as big as her head. Did we mention she's a dog? Loki, a Plott Hound, made her social ...

Vermont State Police are introducing their newest K-9 on the beat, and they say she has a powerful nose for public safety. Officials say Loki, a 9-week-old Plott hound, will specialize in tracking ...

Note: This story was updated on May 6 to correct the day on which the dogs will compete. After more than two years of training, Whitwell residents Alan and Dee Little will be showing two dogs Monday ...