Breed Comparison: Cavachon Versus Pharaoh Hound

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Cavachon Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavachon 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 Cavachon 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 Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavachon 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 Cavachon 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 Cavachon 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 Cavachon or the Pharaoh Hound.

Cavachon versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview

A very important difference between the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavachon is a small-sized dog while the Pharaoh Hound is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cavachon 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.

Cavachon versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavachon 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 Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound

Factor Cavachon Pharaoh Hound
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 11 to 14 years
Height 12 to 13 inches 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 15 to 35 pounds 45 to 55 pounds
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $2070 No Data
Price Range $1699 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavachon 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 Cavachon 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 Cavachon is a better pet than the Pharaoh Hound. So, you should get the Cavachon!

    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 Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound

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

  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cavachon 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 Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus Pharaoh Hound

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

    Cavachons weigh 15 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Cavachons are 12 to 13 inches 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 Cavachon versus Pharaoh Hound

    The lifespan of Cavachons is between 10 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Cavachons is 12.5 years.

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus Pharaoh Hound

    Cavachons do not like to be left alone.

    Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavachons shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?

    Cavachons 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 Cavachon or the Pharaoh Hound

    Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Cavachons require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.

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

    Cavachons 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.

    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 Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?

    Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.

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

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

    Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. Pharaoh Hound

    Cavachons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cavachons 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 Cavachon or the Pharaoh Hound?

    Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.

    Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?

    Cavachons 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 Cavachons and Pharaoh Hounds?

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

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

    Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?

    Cavachons are very easy to train.

    Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.

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

    Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.

    Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavachon

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavachon that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cavachon:

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Bichon Frise.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Bich Poo.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pharaoh Hound

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pharaoh Hound that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Pharaoh Hound:

  • Italian Greyhound (76 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Italian Greyhound.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Tibetan Spaniel (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Tibetan Spaniel.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cavachon and how the Pharaoh Hound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavachon and of the Pharaoh Hound to other breeds:

    Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavachon versus Irish Water Spaniel     Cavachon versus Bichon Frise     Cavachon versus Brussels Griffon     Cavachon versus German Shepherd Dog     Cavachon versus English Springer Spaniel     Cavachon versus Cane Corso     Cavachon versus Chow Chow     Cavachon versus Goldendoodle     Cavachon versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Cavachon versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Cavachon versus Norfolk Terrier     Cavachon versus Pointer     Cavachon versus German Shepherd Dog     Cavachon versus West Highland White Terrier     Cavachon versus Belgian Tervuren     Cavachon versus Xoloitzcuintli     Cavachon versus Collie     Cavachon versus Carolina Dog     Cavachon versus Yorkipoo     Cavachon versus Catahoula Bulldog     Cavachon versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Cavachon versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Cavachon versus Brittany     Cavachon versus American Hairless Terrier     Cavachon versus Tibetan Mastiff     

    Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pharaoh Hound versus Cavapoo     Pharaoh Hound versus Border Collie     Pharaoh Hound versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Pharaoh Hound versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Pharaoh Hound versus Swedish Vallhund     Pharaoh Hound versus American Water Spaniel     Pharaoh Hound versus Komondor     Pharaoh Hound versus Kooikerhondje     Pharaoh Hound versus Shetland Sheepdog     Pharaoh Hound versus Pomsky     Pharaoh Hound versus Cockalier     Pharaoh Hound versus Saint Berdoodle     Pharaoh Hound versus Boxer     Pharaoh Hound versus Tibetan Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Pharaoh Hound versus Dogo Argentino     Pharaoh Hound versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Pharaoh Hound versus Finnish Spitz     Pharaoh Hound versus Lhasa Apso     Pharaoh Hound versus Chorkie     Pharaoh Hound versus Norwich Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Tibetan Spaniel     Pharaoh Hound versus Rottweiler     Pharaoh Hound versus Afghan Hound     

    Conclusion: Cavachon 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 Cavachon and the Pharaoh Hound better suits you and your family.