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- Kooikerhondje Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction
- Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview
- Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound
- The Similarities Between the Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound
- Lifespan of Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound
- Do Kooikerhondjes shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?
- Which one drools more, the Kooikerhondje or the Pharaoh Hound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kooikerhondje or the Pharaoh Hound?
- Does the Kooikerhondje Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pharaoh Hound?
- Do Kooikerhondjes Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
- Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kooikerhondje vs. Pharaoh Hound
- Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kooikerhondje or the Pharaoh Hound?
- Are Kooikerhondjes good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Kooikerhondjes and Pharaoh Hounds?
- Is the Kooikerhondje Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pharaoh Hound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kooikerhondje Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje or the Pharaoh Hound.
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Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview
Both the Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound are similar in size. The Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Kooikerhondje belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
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.
Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound
Factor | Kooikerhondje | Pharaoh Hound |
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Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 11 to 14 years |
Height | 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 20 to 25 pounds | 45 to 55 pounds |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 12.5 years |
Price Range | No Data | No Data |
Average Price | No Data | No Data |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pharaoh Hound is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pharaoh Hound is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. So, you should get the Pharaoh Hound!
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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound
Below is a list of where the Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound
The Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound.
Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 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 Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound
The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is 12.5 years.
Kooikerhondjes live longer than Pharaoh Hounds.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound
Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.
Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Kooikerhondjes shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?
Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.
Pharaoh Hounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Kooikerhondje or the Pharaoh Hound
Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kooikerhondje or the Pharaoh Hound?
Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Kooikerhondje Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pharaoh Hound?
Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondjes Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.
Pharaoh Hounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Kooikerhondje vs. Pharaoh Hound
Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondje or the Pharaoh Hound?
Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.
Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Kooikerhondjes good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Pharaoh Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kooikerhondjes and Pharaoh Hounds?
Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Pharaoh Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Kooikerhondje Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?
Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.
Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.
Is the Kooikerhondje Better for Apartment Owners than the Pharaoh Hound?
Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.
Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kooikerhondje or the Pharaoh Hound?
Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.
Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje:
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 Kooikerhondje and how the Pharaoh Hound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kooikerhondje and of the Pharaoh Hound to other breeds:
Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kooikerhondje versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Kooikerhondje versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Kooikerhondje versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Kooikerhondje versus Giant Schnauzer Kooikerhondje versus Pharaoh Hound Kooikerhondje versus Whippet Kooikerhondje versus Portuguese Pointer Kooikerhondje versus Irish Wolfhound Kooikerhondje versus Kai Ken Kooikerhondje versus Cavapoo Kooikerhondje versus Shihpoo Kooikerhondje versus Miniature Schnauzer Kooikerhondje versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Kooikerhondje versus Mudi Kooikerhondje versus Papipoo Kooikerhondje versus Chi-Poo Kooikerhondje versus Spanish Mastiff Kooikerhondje versus Jack Russell Terrier Kooikerhondje versus Pomchi Kooikerhondje versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Kooikerhondje versus Border Collie Kooikerhondje versus Barbet Kooikerhondje versus Norfolk Terrier Kooikerhondje versus Plott
Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pharaoh Hound versus Puggle Pharaoh Hound versus Shichon Pharaoh Hound versus American Water Spaniel Pharaoh Hound versus Chi-Poo Pharaoh Hound versus Norfolk Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Mastiff Pharaoh Hound versus German Wirehaired Pointer Pharaoh Hound versus Frenchton Pharaoh Hound versus Coton de Tulear Pharaoh Hound versus Cocker Spaniel Pharaoh Hound versus Gordon Setter Pharaoh Hound versus Lhasa Apso Pharaoh Hound versus Pyrenean Shepherd Pharaoh Hound versus Estrela Mountain Dog Pharaoh Hound versus Cavachon Pharaoh Hound versus Tibetan Mastiff Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano Pharaoh Hound versus German Longhaired Pointer Pharaoh Hound versus Cocker Spaniel Pharaoh Hound versus Lhasapoo Pharaoh Hound versus Yorkipoo Pharaoh Hound versus Sealyham Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Papillon Pharaoh Hound versus Shihpoo Pharaoh Hound versus Lagotto Romagnolo
Conclusion: Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Pharaoh Hound better suits you and your family.