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The Pharaoh Hounds appearance is of grace, power and speed. They are medium sized and of noble bearing with hard clean-cut lines. A sight and scent hound, they are an intelligent and affectionate dog who are playful and enjoy a good run. Unique to the Pharaoh Hound is the characteristic of "blushing" when excited. Their nose and ears will turn a rosy color.
Other Names: Kelb-tal Fenek
Height: 21 - 25 inches
Weight: 45 - 55 lbs.
Colors: Tan or rich tan with white markings; white tip on tail strongly desirable; white star on chest, white on toes and slim white blaze on center line of face permissible; flecking or white other than above undesirable.
Coat: Short and glossy.
Temperament: Pharaoh Hounds are affectionate, intelligent
With Children: Yes, likes children and loves to play with them.
With Pets: Good
Special Skills: Hunting dog (by sight, hearing and scent) and family pet.
Watch-dog: High, somewhat aloof with strangers.
Guard-dog: Low
Care and Exercise: Pharaoh Hounds require minimal grooming. Brush to remove loose hairs with a rubber brush. Pharaoh Hounds require a lot of exercise. Daily walks or romps in an open field are essential. Makes a great dog to run side a bicycle.
Training: Use a consistent approach to training a Pharaoh Hound.
Learning Rate: Medium
Activity: Medium
Living Environment: Pharaoh Hounds will not do well in an apartment as they are a very active breed. A house with a high fenced yard is essential. Remember these dogs are high jumpers and scent hounds and would enjoy chasing neighborhood cats and rabbits.
Health Issues: None
Life Span: 11 - 14 years
Litter Size: 7 - 8
Country of Origin: Egypt
History: The Pharaoh Hound is on e of the oldest domesticated dogs they can traces their lineage to about 3,000 B.C. They were thought to have been taken to Malta and Gozo by the Phoenicians then on to Sicily. First imported to the United Kingdom in the 1920's it was not until 1968 when they gained recognition. They were not introduced to North American until the 1960's.
First Registered by the AKC: 1983
AKC Group: Hound Group
Class: Hound
Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 5), KC (GB), UKC
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