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Name	Pharaoh Hound	Vizsla	Basenji
Origins	Malta	Hungary	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	174	30	84
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji breeds.	Pharaoh Kelb Tal-Fenek	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji? Compare adult weight ranges.	45-55 pounds (20-25 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla or Basenji? Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji height comparison:	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)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1800-$2000	$800-$1200	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla or Basenji?	Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Pharaoh Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which is easiest to train?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which breed is most alert?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which breed is most protective?	Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji? Compare temperaments.	Active Playful Intelligent Affectionate Sociable Trainable	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
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: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Basenji 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 Vizsla vs Basenji?	Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. 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.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Basenji 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.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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 recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which breed is most flexible?	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.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla or Basenji?	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.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which uses mouth most during play?	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which has fewer health issues?	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.	The Basenji 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 Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basenji 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 Vizsla vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues

Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which breed is most active?	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla or Basenji? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pharaoh Hound dogs have an average exercise need.	Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla or Basenji?	Pharaoh Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which needs most food?	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.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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, Vizsla, and Basenji. What colors are available?	Tan Red White Golden Chestnut	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which drools least?	The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Shiny	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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 Vizsla or Basenji? Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:	Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which is best with kids?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji 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.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla or Basenji?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pharaoh Hound or Vizsla or Basenji?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji?	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.	Yes Basenji 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 Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji 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.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pharaoh Hound vs Vizsla vs Basenji As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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 Vizsla vs Basenji Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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 Vizsla vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Pharaoh Hound, Vizsla, and Basenji. Which has most recognition?	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	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 American Pet Registry, Inc.

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