A Detailed Comparison of the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound.

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Cavapoo Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction

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

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

Cavapoo versus Pharaoh Hound

Cavapoo versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Cavapoo 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.

Cavapoo versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavapoo 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 Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound

Factor Cavapoo Pharaoh Hound
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 11 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height 9 to 14 inches 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 9 to 25 pounds 45 to 55 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $2430 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2925 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 Cavapoo 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 Cavapoo is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pharaoh Hound is 84 out of 125.

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

    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 Cavapoo 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 Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound

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

  • Cavapoos can tolerate cold weather. However, Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • The Similarities Between the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound

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

  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavapoo versus Pharaoh Hound

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

    Cavapoos weigh 9 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Cavapoos are 9 to 14 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 Cavapoo versus Pharaoh Hound

    The lifespan of Cavapoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cavapoos is 13.5 years.

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

    Cavapoos live longer than Pharaoh Hounds.

    Adopting the Cavapoo versus Adopting the Pharaoh Hound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cavapoos and many Pharaoh Hounds are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Cavapoo named Chase that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cavapoos like Chase on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Cavapoos, Pharaoh Hounds are also available for adoption. For example, Ruffles is a Male Pharaoh Hound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pharaoh Hounds like Ruffles that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Cavapoo and the Pharaoh Hound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Please Don’T Share. Diesel is the name of another Cavapoo (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Cavapoos and Pharaoh Hounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavapoo versus Pharaoh Hound

    Cavapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cavapoos shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?

    Cavapoos 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 Cavapoo or the Pharaoh Hound

    Cavapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Cavapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.

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

    Cavapoos 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 Cavapoos Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?

    Cavapoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

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

    Cavapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavapoo vs. Pharaoh Hound

    Cavapoos 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 Cavapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cavapoos 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 Cavapoo or the Pharaoh Hound?

    Cavapoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cavapoos good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?

    Cavapoos 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 Cavapoos and Pharaoh Hounds?

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

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

    Is the Cavapoo Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?

    Cavapoos are very easy to train.

    Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.

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

    Cavapoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Cavapoos are OK for new dog owners.

    Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavapoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavapoo 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 Cavapoo:

  • Bernedoodle (82 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Bernedoodle.
  • Cockapoo (81 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Cockapoo.
  • Cockalier (80 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Cockalier.
  • 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 Cavapoo vs Italian Greyhound.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Tibetan Spaniel (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Tibetan Spaniel.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cavapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

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