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Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Comparison – Which dog is better Podenco Andalusian or Pharaoh?

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Name Andalusian Hound Pharaoh Hound
OriginsSpain flagSpain Malta flagMalta
Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Andalusian Hound and Pharaoh Hound. What other names are these breeds known by?
Podenco Andalusian
Podenco Andaluz
Podenco Maneto Andalusian
Andalusian Podenco
Pharaoh
Kelb Tal-Fenek
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between an Andalusian Hound and a Pharaoh Hound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between an Andalusian Hound and a Pharaoh Hound. Which breed is heavier?
Small: 11-24 pounds (5-11 kg)Large: 46-73 pounds (20-33 kg), Medium: 22-40 pounds (10-18 kg) 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Small: 17.5 pounds (8 kg)Large: 59.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Medium: 31 pounds (14 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Andalusian Hound or Pharaoh Hound? Is an Andalusian Hound taller than a Pharaoh Hound?
Small: 12-17 inches (30-43 cm)Large: 20-25 inches (50-63 cm), Medium: 16-21 inches (40-53 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Small: 14.5 inches (36.5 cm)Large: 22.5 inches (56.5 cm), Medium: 18.5 inches (46.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between an Andalusian Hound and a Pharaoh Hound. Which breed costs more?
$300-$500 $1800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Andalusian Hound or Pharaoh Hound?
Average: The Andalusian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get.

Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Smart: The Andalusian Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Pharaoh Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare training requirements.
Andalusian Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare alertness levels.
Andalusian Hound dogs are good watchdogs.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare territorial behaviors.
Andalusian Hound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of an Andalusian Hound and a Pharaoh Hound. How do their temperaments differ?
Excellent sight
Smell
Hearing
Hunting
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Sociable
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound?
Andalusian Hound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Pharaoh Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound?
Average: Andalusian Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound social needs comparison:
Andalusian Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound?
Andalusian Hound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Pharaoh Hound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound? Which can be better for hunting?
Andalusian Hound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Andalusian Hound barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare play drive and energy.
The Andalusian Hound is a playful breed.
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Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Andalusian Hound breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Pharaoh Hound indoors.

Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare adaptability levels.
Average: Andalusian Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Pharaoh Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Andalusian Hound or Pharaoh Hound?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Pharaoh Hound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Andalusian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Andalusian Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Andalusian Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare average lifespans.
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Andalusian Hound: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare climate tolerances.
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between an Andalusian Hound and a Pharaoh Hound. Which breed is healthier?
The Andalusian Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Pharaoh Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound?
Average
The Andalusian Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Pharaoh Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound health problems comparison:
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Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare activity levels.
Andalusian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Pharaoh Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Andalusian Hound or Pharaoh Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Andalusian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Pharaoh Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Andalusian Hound or Pharaoh Hound?
Andalusian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Pharaoh Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare obesity risks.
Average: The Andalusian Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare daily food needs.
2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Andalusian Hound and Pharaoh Hound? Compare breed colors.
Golden Tan
Red
White
Golden
Chestnut
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare maintenance needs.
Average: The Andalusian Hound requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare drooling amounts.
The Andalusian Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Andalusian Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between an Andalusian Hound and a Pharaoh Hound? Compare fur types.
Wiry
Smooth
Shiny
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare bathing frequencies.
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Andalusian Hound or Pharaoh Hound? Do Andalusian Hound dogs shed more than Pharaoh Hound dogs?
Andalusian Hound dogs are low shedders.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare kid-friendliness.
Andalusian Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Andalusian Hound dogs are generally with other pets.
Pharaoh Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Andalusian Hound or Pharaoh Hound? Which dog is more friendly?
Andalusian Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Andalusian Hound or Pharaoh Hound?
Andalusian Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Andalusian Hound or Pharaoh Hound? Can an Andalusian Hound and a Pharaoh Hound be friends? Do Andalusian Hound dogs get along with Pharaoh Hound dogs?
Andalusian Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound?
Yes
Andalusian Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pharaoh Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Andalusian Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pharaoh Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Andalusian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people.
Pharaoh Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare scenting abilities.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Which is better for search and rescue: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare SAR abilities.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Which is better on boats: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

Andalusian Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: an Andalusian Hound or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Andalusian Hound and Pharaoh Hound. Which has stronger military background?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Andalusian Hound and Pharaoh Hound. Which has larger litters?
3-5 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Andalusian Hound and Pharaoh Hound breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Andalusian Hound and Pharaoh Hound. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Andalusian Hound vs Pharaoh Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Andalusian Hound and Pharaoh Hound. Which groups do they belong to?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Andalusian Hound and Pharaoh Hound. Which groups are they in?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Andalusian Hound and Pharaoh Hound. Which is more widely recognized?
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