Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Comparison – Which dog is better Snap Dog or Pharaoh?

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Name	Whippet	Pharaoh Hound
Origins	England	Malta
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Whippet and Pharaoh Hound. What other names are these breeds known by?	Snap Dog English Whippet	Pharaoh Kelb Tal-Fenek
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Whippet and a Pharaoh Hound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Whippet and a Pharaoh Hound. Which breed is heavier?	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	45-55 pounds (20-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Whippet or Pharaoh Hound? Is a Whippet taller than a Pharaoh Hound?	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 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: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Whippet and a Pharaoh Hound. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1200	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Whippet or Pharaoh Hound?	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get.

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare training requirements.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare alertness levels.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Whippet and a Pharaoh Hound. How do their temperaments differ?	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Active Playful Intelligent Affectionate Sociable Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound?	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Pharaoh Hound 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: Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound?	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound social needs comparison:	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound?	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Pharaoh Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound? Which can be better for hunting?	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare adaptability levels.	Whippet 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Pharaoh Hound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Whippet 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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 common health issues between a Whippet and a Pharaoh Hound. Which breed is healthier?	The Whippet 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound?	Average The Whippet 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	No data available

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare obesity risks.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 2 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Whippet and Pharaoh Hound? Compare breed colors.	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Tan Red White Golden Chestnut
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare drooling amounts.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Whippet and a Pharaoh Hound? Compare fur types.	Fine Short Close in texture	Shiny
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare bathing frequencies.	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 Whippet or Pharaoh Hound? Do Whippet dogs shed more than Pharaoh Hound dogs?	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Pharaoh Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Pharaoh Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Pharaoh Hound?	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Pharaoh Hound? Can a Whippet and a Pharaoh Hound be friends? Do Whippet dogs get along with Pharaoh Hound dogs?	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pharaoh Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound?	Yes Whippet 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 Whippet 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?	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pharaoh Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Whippet 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Whippet or a Pharaoh Hound? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Whippet and Pharaoh Hound. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Whippet and Pharaoh Hound. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Whippet and Pharaoh Hound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Whippet and Pharaoh Hound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Whippet vs Pharaoh Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Whippet and Pharaoh Hound. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Whippet and Pharaoh Hound. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Whippet and Pharaoh Hound. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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	No data available

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