Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Mal Shi Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction
- Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview
- Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound
- The Similarities Between the Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound
- Lifespan of Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound
- Do Mal Shis shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?
- Which one drools more, the Mal Shi or the Pharaoh Hound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Mal Shi or the Pharaoh Hound?
- Does the Mal Shi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pharaoh Hound?
- Do Mal Shis Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
- Can Mal Shis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Mal Shi vs. Pharaoh Hound
- Can Mal Shis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Mal Shi or the Pharaoh Hound?
- Are Mal Shis good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Mal Shis and Pharaoh Hounds?
- Is the Mal Shi Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mal Shi
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pharaoh Hound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Mal Shi Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi or the Pharaoh Hound.
Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview
A very important difference between the Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Mal Shi is a tiny-sized dog while the Pharaoh Hound is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Mal Shi belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
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.
Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound
| Factor | Mal Shi | Pharaoh Hound |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 11 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 6 to 12 pounds | 45 to 55 pounds |
| Height | From 10 inches tall at the shoulder | 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1730 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1300 – $2000 | 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 Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi is 80 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 Mal Shi. 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 Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound
Below is a list of where the Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound
The Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound.
Mal Shis weigh 6 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Mal Shis are From 10 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 Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound
The lifespan of Mal Shis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Mal Shis 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.
Mal Shis live longer than Pharaoh Hounds.
Tolerates Being Alone: Mal Shi versus Pharaoh Hound
Mal Shis can be left alone only for a short time.
Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Mal Shis shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?
Mal Shis 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 Mal Shi or the Pharaoh Hound
Mal Shis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Mal Shi or the Pharaoh Hound?
Mal Shis require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Mal Shi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pharaoh Hound?
Mal Shis 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 Mal Shis Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
Mal Shis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Pharaoh Hounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Mal Shis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Mal Shis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Mal Shi vs. Pharaoh Hound
Mal Shis 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 Mal Shis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Mal Shis cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Pharaoh Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Mal Shi or the Pharaoh Hound?
Mal Shis get along fairly well with other dogs.
Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Mal Shis good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?
Mal Shis 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 Mal Shis and Pharaoh Hounds?
Mal Shis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Pharaoh Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Mal Shi Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?
Mal Shis are very easy to train.
Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.
Is the Mal Shi Better for Apartment Owners than the Pharaoh Hound?
Mal Shis adapt very well to apartment living.
Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Mal Shi or the Pharaoh Hound?
Mal Shis are very good for new dog owners.
Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mal Shi
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi:
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 Mal Shi and how the Pharaoh Hound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Mal Shi and of the Pharaoh Hound to other breeds:
Mal Shi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Mal Shi versus Puggle Mal Shi versus Boxerdoodle Mal Shi versus Field Spaniel Mal Shi versus Irish Wolfhound Mal Shi versus Alaskan Klee Kai Mal Shi versus Irish Water Spaniel Mal Shi versus American Staffordshire Terrier Mal Shi versus Leonberger Mal Shi versus Shiloh Shepherd Mal Shi versus Goldendoodle Mal Shi versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mal Shi versus Cairn Terrier Mal Shi versus Shih Tzu Mal Shi versus Border Terrier Mal Shi versus Pomapoo Mal Shi versus Cockapoo Mal Shi versus Alaskan Malamute Mal Shi versus Cavapoo Mal Shi versus Japanese Chin Mal Shi versus Schnoodle Mal Shi versus Pug Mal Shi versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Mal Shi versus Australian Cattle Dog Mal Shi versus German Shepherd Dog Mal Shi versus Bluetick Coonhound
Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pharaoh Hound versus Golden Cocker Retriever Pharaoh Hound versus Pug Pharaoh Hound versus Scottish Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Cocker Spaniel Pharaoh Hound versus Dogo Argentino Pharaoh Hound versus Labrador Retriever Pharaoh Hound versus Korean Jindo Dog Pharaoh Hound versus Miniature Poodle Pharaoh Hound versus Alaskan Malamute Pharaoh Hound versus Pyrenean Shepherd Pharaoh Hound versus Morkie Pharaoh Hound versus Cesky Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Maltese Pharaoh Hound versus Papipoo Pharaoh Hound versus Labrador Retriever Pharaoh Hound versus Basset Hound Pharaoh Hound versus American Staffordshire Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Standard Poodle Pharaoh Hound versus Affenhuahua Pharaoh Hound versus American Hairless Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Skye Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Japanese Spitz Pharaoh Hound versus Carolina Dog Pharaoh Hound versus Australian Shepherd
Conclusion: Mal Shi 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 Mal Shi and the Pharaoh Hound better suits you and your family.