Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Havanese Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction
- Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview
- Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound
- The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound
- Lifespan of Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound
- Temperament of the Pharaoh Hound Versus the Havanese
- Adopting the Havanese versus Adopting the Pharaoh Hound
- The Popularity of Havanese versus Popularity of Pharaoh Hound
- Health Problems of Havanese versus Health Problems of Pharaoh Hound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound
- Do Havaneses shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?
- Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Pharaoh Hound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Pharaoh Hound?
- Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pharaoh Hound?
- Do Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Pharaoh Hound
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Pharaoh Hound?
- Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Pharaoh Hounds?
- Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pharaoh Hound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Havanese Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese or the Pharaoh Hound.
Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview
A very important difference between the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Havanese is a small-sized dog while the Pharaoh Hound is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Havanese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
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.
Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Havanese 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 Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound
| Factor | Havanese | Pharaoh Hound |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 11 to 14 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 45 to 55 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $2180 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1700 – $2750 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 81.8 percent | 81.8 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 23 | 168 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Havanese 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 Havanese is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pharaoh Hound is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Havanese is a better pet than the Pharaoh Hound. So, you should get the Havanese!
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 Havanese 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 Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound
Below is a list of where the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound
The Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound.
Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 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 Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound
The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses 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.
Havaneses live longer than Pharaoh Hounds.
Temperament of the Pharaoh Hound Versus the Havanese
The Havanese has the same temperament score as the Pharaoh Hound.
This is because the temperament score for the Havanese is 81.8 percent while the temperament score for the Pharaoh Hound is 81.8 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 81.8 percent, the Havanese has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 81.8 percent, the Pharaoh Hound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound by measuring the temperaments of 11 Havaneses and 55 Pharaoh Hounds.
Adopting the Havanese versus Adopting the Pharaoh Hound
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Havaneses 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 Havanese named Brooklyn that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Havaneses like Brooklyn on pefinder.com.
Also, like Havaneses, 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.
Baxter is the name of another Havanese (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Havaneses and Pharaoh Hounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Havanese versus Popularity of Pharaoh Hound
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Havanese is more popular with dog owners than the Pharaoh Hound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Havanese is 23 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Pharaoh Hound is 168 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Havanese
Popularity of Pharaoh Hound
| Year | Havanese Popularity Rank | Pharaoh Hound Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 160 |
| 2014 | 25 | 164 |
| 2015 | 24 | 171 |
| 2016 | 23 | 168 |
| 2017 | 23 | 174 |
| 2018 | 24 | 172 |
| 2019 | 22 | 161 |
| 2020 | 24 | 180 |
Health Problems of Havanese versus Health Problems of Pharaoh Hound
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Pharaoh Hound is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Havanese.
4 health tests are recommended for Havanese while 4 tests are recommended for the Pharaoh Hound.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Havaneses and in Pharaoh Hounds.
Havanese Health Problems
Havaneses are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Havanese puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Havanese puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Havanese breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Havaneses for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Havaneses here.
Pharaoh Hound Health Problems
Pharaoh Hounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Pharaoh Hound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Pharaoh Hound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Pharaoh Hound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Pharaoh Hounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Pharaoh Hounds here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Havaneses and Pharaoh Hounds
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Havanese Breed is Dentition Database problems.
This is because the Havanese ranks 3 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 371 Havaneses, 106 of them had Dentition Database problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Havaneses, and how common these diseases are in Havaneses relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Pharaoh Hound Breed is Thyroid problems.
This is because the Pharaoh Hound ranks 18 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 220 Pharaoh Hounds, 18 of them had Thyroid problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Pharaoh Hounds, and how common these diseases are in Pharaoh Hounds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Havanese and in Pharaoh Hound and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound:
| Disease | Havanese Rank | Pharaoh Hound Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Dentition Database problems | 3 out of 49 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Baer Hearing Test problems | 18 out of 21 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Thyroid problems | 20 out of 115 dog breeds | 18 out of 115 dog breeds |
| Advanced Cardiac problems | 38 out of 71 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Elbow problems | 55 out of 144 dog breeds | 69 out of 144 dog breeds |
| Patella problems | 59 out of 145 dog breeds | 60 out of 145 dog breeds |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | 70 out of 159 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Eyes problems | 111 out of 182 dog breeds | 86 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Hips problems | 123 out of 198 dog breeds | 184 out of 198 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Pharaoh Hound
Havaneses do not like to be left alone.
Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Havaneses shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?
Havaneses 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 Havanese or the Pharaoh Hound
Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Pharaoh Hound?
Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pharaoh Hound?
Havaneses 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 Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
Havaneses 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 Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Pharaoh Hound
Havaneses 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 Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.
Pharaoh Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Pharaoh Hound?
Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.
Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
Havaneses 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 Havaneses and Pharaoh Hounds?
Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pharaoh Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?
Havaneses are very easy to train.
Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.
Is the Havanese Better for Apartment Owners than the Pharaoh Hound?
Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.
Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Havanese or the Pharaoh Hound?
Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.
Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Havanese 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 Havanese:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Havanese and how the Pharaoh Hound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Havanese and of the Pharaoh Hound to other breeds:
Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Havanese versus Briard Havanese versus Black Mouth Cur Havanese versus Portuguese Water Dog Havanese versus Boykin Spaniel Havanese versus Sealyham Terrier Havanese versus Borzoi Havanese versus Pug Havanese versus Norfolk Terrier Havanese versus Giant Schnauzer Havanese versus Yorkshire Terrier Havanese versus Kerry Blue Terrier Havanese versus German Longhaired Pointer Havanese versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Havanese versus Black Russian Terrier Havanese versus Australian Terrier Havanese versus Miniature Poodle Havanese versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Havanese versus French Spaniel Havanese versus Canaan Dog Havanese versus Italian Greyhound Havanese versus Shiba Inu Havanese versus Norwegian Lundehund Havanese versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Havanese versus Bernese Mountain Dog Havanese versus Afghan Hound
Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pharaoh Hound versus Belgian Sheepdog Pharaoh Hound versus Japanese Chin Pharaoh Hound versus Labrador Retriever Pharaoh Hound versus Tibetan Mastiff Pharaoh Hound versus Bedlington Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Great Dane Pharaoh Hound versus French Bulldog Pharaoh Hound versus Afador Pharaoh Hound versus Tibetan Spaniel Pharaoh Hound versus French Bulldog Pharaoh Hound versus Basset Hound Pharaoh Hound versus Flat-Coated Retriever Pharaoh Hound versus Doberman Pinscher Pharaoh Hound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound versus Barbet Pharaoh Hound versus Barbet Pharaoh Hound versus Cairn Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Spanish Mastiff Pharaoh Hound versus Great Dane Pharaoh Hound versus Manchester Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus King Shepherd Pharaoh Hound versus American Bulldog Pharaoh Hound versus Norfolk Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Biewer Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Kai Ken
Conclusion: Havanese 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 Havanese and the Pharaoh Hound better suits you and your family.