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Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Pointer or American Brittany or Pharaoh? Find the right dog for you

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Name Vizsla Brittany Pharaoh Hound
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Group Gun Dog Gun Dog Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
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Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Pharaoh
Kelb Tal-Fenek
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Vizsla or Brittany or Brittany? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound weight comparison:
Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound height comparison:
Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $700-$800 $1800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound?
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get.

Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound intelligence:
Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Pharaoh Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound trainability comparison.
Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound?
Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Sociable
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Pharaoh Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound?
High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound social needs comparison:
Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Pharaoh Hound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound playfulness comparison:
The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound?
Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound?
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
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 Brittany 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.

Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Brittany 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound?
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.
Brittany 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.

Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound mouthiness comparison:
Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound?
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Pharaoh Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Pharaoh Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Vizsla, Brittany and Pharaoh Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound energy level comparison:
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Pharaoh Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Pharaoh Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound?
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Pharaoh Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound coat comparison:
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Feathered Shiny
Colors
What are the original Vizsla, Brittany and Pharaoh Hound color?
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Tan
Red
White
Golden
Chestnut
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound? Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound? Vizsla or Brittany or {name3 shedding:
Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound?

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Good With Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Vizsla or Brittany or Pharaoh Hound? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound?

Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Vizsla and Brittany and Pharaoh Hound have?
6-8 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6 6-8 puppies

Vizsla vs Brittany vs Pharaoh Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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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