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Origins and History of the Pharaoh Hound Dog Pharaoh Hound Dog Names Description of the Pharaoh Hound Dog and Puppies - Coat and Colours Dog Health information - potential health problems of the Pharaohs Online Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems Online Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems This describes the most common canine health problems concisely but simply without using medical jargon. A section on Dog and Puppy Vaccinations is also included offering information on each of the diseases, symptoms and effects for which immunization vaccines are available. Not sure of the name of the dog or puppy illness? A Dog Illness Symptoms Sorter is also featured. The Online Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems should only be used as an informational guide and when and if any dog or puppies health problems occur it is essential to raise any questions you may have with a Dog Health care professional. |
Description of the Pharaoh Hound Dog and Puppies - Comparative Sizing Pictures The pictures above allow for a useful sizing perspective between an average man (Five feet ten inches) or an average sized woman (Five feet six inches) in comparison to the average sized Pharaoh Hound dog which we have detailed above. These pictures are extremely important as they provide an immediate and accurate visual representation of the height of an average Pharaoh Hound compared to the height of a male or female - essential information but unique to this site. Use the pictures to help to estimate the size of the Pharaoh Hound dog to each the various growing stages of children. Use the pictures to provide a guideline to the adult size of Pharaoh Hound Puppies. The pictures will also prove to be invaluable when comparing the sizes and heights of other dog breeds. The dimensions will vary according to the sex of the dog or puppy. Girl dogs, or bitches, are on average, 2 inches smaller than boy dogs. Another useful piece of information when considering puppies. Grooming and Care of the Pharaoh Hound Dog Breed |
Temperament and Character of the Pharaoh Hound Dog Breed The Pharaoh Hound is a very sociable breed of dog, enjoying the company of other dogs and humans, they are playful, inquisitive, intelligent, affectionate, gentle, and good with children. Pharaoh Hounds are quite vocal and make a good guard dog, barking at any stranger approaching their home Territory. The Pharaoh Hound belongs to the Sighthound or Gazehound group of dogs and this must be considered by anyone wishing to own this ancient breed. They are excellent hunters, and like many sighthounds once the chase is in hand, not much else matters. Unfortunately because of their strong hunting instincts, they will chase and often catch neighbourhood cats if not firmly restrained, the Pharaoh Hound can be highly trained ( easier in the absence of small fury things needing to be chased ), indeed several Pharaoh Hounds have been highly successful in competition in both the fields of obedience and agility. The Pharaoh Hound defiantly has a mind of its own, it will often ignore commands until its ready, sometimes conveying the message, "and what if I don't?". When severely chastised, a Pharaoh Hound will habitually "grin" at you and blush. ( the insides of their ears and their noses, normally pink, glow red ). Living conditions and Exercise Requirements of the Pharaoh Hound Dog Breed The Pictures reflect the Size of Adults - not Children and Puppies! Pharaoh Hound Puppies
Life Expectancy of the Pharaoh Hound Dog Breed Hound Dog Breed Information In this day and age only a few hounds still undertake these tasks, but nevertheless, they still harbour the skills and characteristics that made the original Pharaoh Hound dog breeding program successful. The Hound Breed Group of dogs differ in that some hunt by scent and others by sight. Many hounds are kept in packs, in outdoor kennels. Any dogs and puppies belonging to the Hound breeds require a significant amount of exercise as they have high stamina levels suitable for hunting quarry. There are some breeds in this group who make a distinctive ' baying ' sound - invaluable information should be considering puppies. The pictures above allow for a useful size comparison providing an accurate portrait of the size of an average Pharaoh Hound dog - essential information but unique to this site. |
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