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Name	Pharaoh Hound	Australian Shepherd	American Staffordshire Terrier
Origins	Malta	United States	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	174	17	83
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier breeds.	Pharaoh Kelb Tal-Fenek	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Stafford Staffy Amstaff
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	45-55 pounds (20-25 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	62 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pharaoh Hound or Australian Shepherd or American Staffordshire Terrier? Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1800-$2000	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pharaoh Hound or Australian Shepherd or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Pharaoh Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is easiest to train?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most alert?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most protective?	Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare temperaments.	Active Playful Intelligent Affectionate Sociable Trainable	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious
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: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier social needs comparison:	Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier 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.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?	Pharaoh Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Pharaoh Hound or Australian Shepherd or American Staffordshire Terrier?	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.	Australian Shepherd 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.	American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?	Pharaoh Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency 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 Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	No data available

Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most active?	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pharaoh Hound or Australian Shepherd or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pharaoh Hound dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pharaoh Hound or Australian Shepherd or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Pharaoh Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which needs most food?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. What colors are available?	Tan Red White Golden Chestnut	Black Red Blue Merle	Black Blue White Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which drools least?	The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Shiny	Feathered	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pharaoh Hound or Australian Shepherd or American Staffordshire Terrier? Pharaoh Hound or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best with kids?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pharaoh Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pharaoh Hound or Australian Shepherd or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pharaoh Hound or Australian Shepherd or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pharaoh Hound or Australian Shepherd or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Yes Pharaoh Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pharaoh Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. What's recommended?	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.

Pharaoh Hound vs Australian Shepherd vs American Staffordshire Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Pharaoh Hound, Australian Shepherd, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has most recognition?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	No data available

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