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Compare Dachshund and Pharaoh Hound. Which is better: Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla?
Name | Dachshund | Pharaoh Hound | Vizsla |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Gun Dog |
Popularity Rank | 13 | 174 | 30 |
Reviews | 7 | 0 | 8 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla breeds. |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel |
Pharaoh Kelb Tal-Fenek |
Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Medium | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla? Compare adult weight ranges. | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg) | Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 50 pounds (22.5 kg) | Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla? Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla height comparison: | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) | Male: 23-25 inches (59-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) | Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) | Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) | Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Find price differences between these breeds. | $500-$700 | $1800-$2000 | $800-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla? | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Smart: The Pharaoh Hound dogs have great intelligence. | Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which is easiest to train? | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train. | Vizsla dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most alert? | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs. | Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most protective? | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. | Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Vizsla dogs are average defenders. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
Active Playful Intelligent Affectionate Sociable Trainable |
Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Pharaoh Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla? | High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla social needs comparison: | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed. | Vizsla dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | The wanderlust potential of the Pharaoh Hound is strong enough to escape from home. | Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Pharaoh Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most vocal? | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. | Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks. | Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. | 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. | It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most flexible? | Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Pharaoh Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla? | Dachshund 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. | 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. | Vizsla 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. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which uses mouth most during play? | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Pharaoh Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which has fewer health issues? | The Dachshund 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. | The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Dachshund 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. |
Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla health problems comparison: |
Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy | No data available | Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most active? | Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Pharaoh Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. | Pharaoh Hound dogs have an average exercise need. | Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla? | Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Pharaoh Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which is most prone to obesity? | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity. | Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which needs most food? | 1 to 1.5 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. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown |
Tan Red White Golden Chestnut | Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which drools least? | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fine | Shiny |
Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla? Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or {name3 shedding: | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. | Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal. | Vizsla dogs shed moderately. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which is best with kids? | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. | Pharaoh Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly? | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla? | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Dachshund or Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla? | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Pharaoh Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla? |
Yes Dachshund 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. |
Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Pharaoh Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. | Pharaoh Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people. | Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which has best nose work ability? | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | 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
Compare search and rescue potential between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which has most military use? | 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. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which has most puppies? | 4-8 puppies | 6-8 puppies | 6-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Dachshund vs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Dachshund, Pharaoh Hound, and Vizsla. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry | No data available |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
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