A Detailed Comparison of the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound.

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Peek A Poo Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo or the Pharaoh Hound.

Peek A Poo versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Peek A Poo 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.

Peek A Poo versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound

Factor Peek A Poo Pharaoh Hound
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 11 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Weight 4 to 20 pounds 45 to 55 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Height Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1430 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $1800 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo is 84 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 not better or worse than the Peek A Poo. So, you can get the Pharaoh Hound or the Peek A Poo!

    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 Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound

    Below is a list of where the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound are most different:

  • Peek A Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Pharaoh Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments. However, Pharaoh Hounds can tolerate hot weather.

    • The Similarities Between the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound

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

  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound are very playful.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Peek A Poo versus Pharaoh Hound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound.

    Peek A Poos weigh 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Peek A Poos are Up 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 Peek A Poo versus Pharaoh Hound

    The lifespan of Peek A Poos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Peek A Poos 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: Peek A Poo versus Pharaoh Hound

    Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Peek A Poos shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?

    Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poo or the Pharaoh Hound

    Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Peek A Poo or the Pharaoh Hound?

    Peek A Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Peek A Poo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pharaoh Hound?

    Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poos Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?

    Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Peek A Poo vs. Pharaoh Hound

    Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poo or the Pharaoh Hound?

    Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Peek A Poos good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?

    Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poos and Pharaoh Hounds?

    Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Peek A Poo Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?

    Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.

    Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Peek A Poo Better for Apartment Owners than the Pharaoh Hound?

    Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Peek A Poo or the Pharaoh Hound?

    Peek A Poos are very good for new dog owners.

    Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo:

  • Maltese (81 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Maltese.
  • Pomapoo (84 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Pomapoo.

    • 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 Peek A Poo vs Italian Greyhound.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Tibetan Spaniel (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Peek A Poo vs Tibetan Spaniel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Peek A Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Peek A Poo versus Morkie     Peek A Poo versus Golden Retriever     Peek A Poo versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Peek A Poo versus Schnoodle     Peek A Poo versus Azawakh     Peek A Poo versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Peek A Poo versus Rottweiler     Peek A Poo versus Bloodhound     Peek A Poo versus Havanese     Peek A Poo versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Peek A Poo versus Pekingese     Peek A Poo versus Korean Jindo Dog     Peek A Poo versus Mountain Cur     Peek A Poo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Peek A Poo versus Scottish Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Norwegian Lundehund     Peek A Poo versus Mountain Cur     Peek A Poo versus Mastiff     Peek A Poo versus Spanish Mastiff     Peek A Poo versus Lhasa Apso     Peek A Poo versus Shihpoo     Peek A Poo versus Bullmastiff     Peek A Poo versus Labrador Retriever     Peek A Poo versus Shiranian     

    Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pharaoh Hound versus Cavapoo     Pharaoh Hound versus Affenpinscher     Pharaoh Hound versus Tibetan Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus German Shepherd Dog     Pharaoh Hound versus Chorkie     Pharaoh Hound versus Aussiedoodle     Pharaoh Hound versus Schipperke     Pharaoh Hound versus Papillon     Pharaoh Hound versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Pharaoh Hound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Pharaoh Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Pharaoh Hound versus Sheepadoodle     Pharaoh Hound versus Akita Chow     Pharaoh Hound versus Cesky Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Field Spaniel     Pharaoh Hound versus Doberman Pinscher     Pharaoh Hound versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Pharaoh Hound versus Samoyed     Pharaoh Hound versus Pug     Pharaoh Hound versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Pharaoh Hound versus Bernedoodle     Pharaoh Hound versus Irish Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Pharaoh Hound versus Goldendoodle     Pharaoh Hound versus Pyredoodle     

    Conclusion: Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo and the Pharaoh Hound better suits you and your family.