Breed Comparison: Bernedoodle Versus Pharaoh Hound

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Bernedoodle Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Bernedoodle and for the Pharaoh Hound. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Bernedoodle or the Pharaoh Hound.

Bernedoodle versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview

Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are similar in size. The Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Bernedoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Pharaoh Hound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Bernedoodle versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bernedoodle to the Pharaoh Hound based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound

Factor Bernedoodle Pharaoh Hound
Does NOT Shed 5/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon 11 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight From 10 to 90 pounds 45 to 55 pounds
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $2850 No Data
Price Range $2000 – $3500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bernedoodle in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Pharaoh Hound. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Bernedoodle is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pharaoh Hound is 84 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bernedoodle is a better pet than the Pharaoh Hound. So, you should get the Bernedoodle!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound

    Below is a list of where the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are most different:

    • Bernedoodles can tolerate cold weather. However, Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    The Similarities Between the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound

    The Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are most similar:

    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are very easy to train.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Bernedoodle versus Pharaoh Hound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound.

    Bernedoodles weigh From 10 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Bernedoodles are From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pharaoh Hounds weigh 45 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Pharaoh Hounds are 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bernedoodle versus Pharaoh Hound

    The lifespan of Bernedoodles is between 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon. The average lifespan of Bernedoodles is 15.0 years.

    The lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is 12.5 years.

    Bernedoodles live longer than Pharaoh Hounds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bernedoodle versus Pharaoh Hound

    Bernedoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bernedoodles shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?

    Bernedoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Pharaoh Hounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Bernedoodle or the Pharaoh Hound

    Bernedoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bernedoodle or the Pharaoh Hound?

    Bernedoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bernedoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pharaoh Hound?

    Bernedoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Pharaoh Hounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Bernedoodles Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?

    Bernedoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Pharaoh Hounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bernedoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bernedoodle vs. Pharaoh Hound

    Bernedoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Pharaoh Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bernedoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Pharaoh Hounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bernedoodle or the Pharaoh Hound?

    Bernedoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bernedoodles good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?

    Bernedoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Pharaoh Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bernedoodles and Pharaoh Hounds?

    Bernedoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Pharaoh Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bernedoodle Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?

    Bernedoodles are very easy to train.

    Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Bernedoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Pharaoh Hound?

    Bernedoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bernedoodle or the Pharaoh Hound?

    Bernedoodles are OK for new dog owners.

    Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bernedoodle versus Pharaoh Hound. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Bernedoodle and the Pharaoh Hound better suits you and your family.