Pharaoh Hound Dog
INTRODUCTION
Pharaoh Hound Dogs are Friendly, Smart, and Noble dogs they are from the Hound group. According to the AKC Breed Popularity, they rank #168. These dogs were bred to hunt small game on uneven terrain they have sharp eyesight and make great watchdogs They have a mind of their own and love little children if you want to own one you must understand that they are not great for cities and small apartments if the owner is ready to give this breed regular exercise then it will thrive. Pharaoh Hound Dogs are Purebred, non-allergic and according to Google searches their Intelligence level is (ranked 37).
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HABITAT : Urban areas, including buildings, parks, and gardens
TEMPERAMENT : Affectionate, Intelligent, Sociable, Active, Playful, Trainable
HYPOALLERGENIC : No
BREED GROUP / TYPE : Group: Hound. Type: Purebred
SOCIAL UNIT : Family
LOCATIONS : Malta
STATUS / POPULATION : DATA DEFICIENT (IUCN) Not a threat category, Population, and distribution data is insufficient for assessmen
MAMMALS: DOGS AND RELATIVES – CANIDAE
KEY FACTS
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
Kingdom – Animalia
Phylum – Chordate
Class – Mammals
Order – Carnivora
Family – Canidae
Genus – Canis
Genus Species – Canis lupus familiaris
INTERESTING FACTS
1- The Pharaoh Hound is one of the oldest domesticated dog breeds in the world (estimated to have originated around 4000 B.C.) As the name implies, the origin of the Pharaoh Hound initially began in Ancient Egypt
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CALLING NAMES / SCIENTIFIC NAME
Calling names: Pharaoh Hound Dog, Kelb tal-Fenek
Scientific name: Canis lupus -
COLOUR VARIATIONS
Rich Tan, Red Golden, Tan, Chestnut
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COAT TYPE
Double coat
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LIFE SPAN
11 - 14 years
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APPROXIMATE SIZE : LENGTH / HEIGHT
Height: 29 - 34in (74 - 86cm)
Length: 30 - 35in (76 - 89cm)
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TAIL
The tail is medium set and fairly thick at the base. It tapers like a whip, reaching below the point of the hock when in repose
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WEIGHT
Female: 18 - 27 kg
Male: 18 - 27 kg -
BREEDING SEASON
Throughout the year
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REPRODUCTION / GESTATION PERIOD
Reproduction: Onec a year
Gestation period: Between 58 to 68 days -
LITTER SIZE
6 - 8 puppies
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LOOK A LIKE
Mexican hairless Dog
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FARM ANIMAL
Can be
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FOUNDED IN / DISCOVERED
estimated to have originated around 4000 B.C
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ORIGIN
Malta
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DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
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OCCURRENCE
Families:
Species: -
FUEL FOR LIFE / TROPHIC LEVEL
Omnivores
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TO HUMANS
Pharaoh Hounds delight their humans with clownish antics and will love to make you laugh. They also have a sensitive side, though, and are even known to blush! Return this pup's love in kind, and you'll have a loyal friend for life
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AS A PET
Recommended
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KIDS FAVOURITE
Yes
