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Name	Pharaoh Hound	Akita	Labrador Husky
Origins	Malta	Japan	Canada
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Pharaoh Kelb Tal-Fenek	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Husky-Lab
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Akita? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky weight comparison:	45-55 pounds (20-25 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	80 pounds (36 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Which is more expensive?	$1800-$2000	$800-$1200	$400-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky intelligence:	Smart: The Pharaoh Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Labrador Husky dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky trainability comparison.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Affectionate Sociable Trainable	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Intelligent Friendly Quiet Good natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Pharaoh Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky?	Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky social needs comparison:	Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Pharaoh Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky playfulness comparison:	Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky?	Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pharaoh Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Labrador Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Labrador Husky 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 vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Husky bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labrador Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky mouthiness comparison:	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky?	Pharaoh Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Pharaoh Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Pharaoh Hound, Akita and Labrador Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Labrador Husky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky energy level comparison:	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Labrador Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pharaoh Hound dogs have an average exercise need.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Labrador Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	Pharaoh Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Labrador Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Labrador Husky has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky coat comparison:	Shiny	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Thick Double
Colors What are the original Pharaoh Hound, Akita and Labrador Husky color?	Tan Red White Golden Chestnut	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Pharaoh Hound or Akita or {name3 shedding:	Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky?	Medium ⏺ The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pharaoh Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Husky dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky?	Yes Pharaoh Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Husky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Pharaoh Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pharaoh Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labrador Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Labrador Husky? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky?	Not really Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Labrador Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Pharaoh Hound and Akita and Labrador Husky have?	6-8 puppies	3-12 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Labrador Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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