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Name	Pumi	Pharaoh Hound	Greyhound
Origins	Hungary	Malta	United Kingdom
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound breeds.	Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi	Pharaoh Kelb Tal-Fenek	English Greyhound
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg)	45-55 pounds (20-25 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pumi or Pharaoh Hound or Greyhound? Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound height comparison:	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (59-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$1200	$1800-$2000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Pumi or Pharaoh Hound or Greyhound?	Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?	Pumi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?	Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?	Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound? Compare temperaments.	Active Protective Alert Sensitive Intelligent Lively Restless Reserved Vocal Extremely Bold Suspicious Towards Strangers Noisy	Active Playful Intelligent Affectionate Sociable Trainable	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Pharaoh Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound?	High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound social needs comparison:	Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Pharaoh Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Greyhound 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?	Pumi 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.	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?	The Pumi is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. 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 Pumi 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 Pharaoh Hound indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
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Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?	Pumi 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.	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Pumi or Pharaoh Hound or Greyhound?	Pumi dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.

Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?	Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Pharaoh Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Greyhound 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 Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Pharaoh Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Greyhound 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: Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation	No data available	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration

Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. 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.	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. What colors are available?	Black White Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time) Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable).	Tan Red White Golden Chestnut	Black Gray Red Blue White
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which drools least?	The Pumi is an average drooler. See more.	The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry Dense Curly Wavy	Shiny	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. 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.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pumi or Pharaoh Hound or Greyhound? Pumi or Pharaoh Hound or {name3 shedding:	Pumi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

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

Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. 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 Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. 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 Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. 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 Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Pumi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. 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 Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. 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.

Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies	1-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. 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.

Pumi vs Pharaoh Hound vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Pumi, Pharaoh Hound, and Greyhound. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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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