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 ...

Shaggy is a 6-month-old Plott hound mix. He’s happy-go-lucky, eager to please, and incredibly lovable. Shaggy could use some ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...