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- Pharaoh Hound Versus Bich Poo: Introduction
- Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo: Overview
- Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo
- The Similarities Between the Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo
- Lifespan of Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo
- Do Pharaoh Hounds shed more than Bich Poos?
- Which one drools more, the Pharaoh Hound or the Bich Poo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Pharaoh Hound or the Bich Poo?
- Does the Pharaoh Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?
- Do Pharaoh Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?
- Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Pharaoh Hound vs. Bich Poo
- Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pharaoh Hound or the Bich Poo?
- Are Pharaoh Hounds good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?
- How Kid-friendly are Pharaoh Hounds and Bich Poos?
- Is the Pharaoh Hound Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pharaoh Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Pharaoh Hound Versus Bich Poo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo? 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo 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 Pharaoh Hound and for the Bich Poo. 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Pharaoh Hound or the Bich Poo.
Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo: Overview
A very important difference between the Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pharaoh Hound is a medium-sized dog while the Bich Poo is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Bich Poo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Pharaoh Hound to the Bich Poo 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo
| Factor | Pharaoh Hound | Bich Poo |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 11 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 15 inches |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 55 pounds | 6 to 17 pounds |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1600 – $2600 |
| Average Price | No Data | $2230 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pharaoh Hound 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 Bich Poo. 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 Pharaoh Hound is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Bich Poo is 88 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bich Poo is a better pet than the Pharaoh Hound. So, you should get the Bich 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo
Below is a list of where the Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo
The Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo.
Pharaoh Hounds weigh 45 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Pharaoh Hounds are 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Bich Poos weigh 6 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Bich Poos are 9 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo
The lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Bich Poos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Bich Poos is 13.5 years.
Bich Poos live longer than Pharaoh Hounds.
Tolerates Being Alone: Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo
Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Bich Poos do not like to be left alone.
Do Pharaoh Hounds shed more than Bich Poos?
Pharaoh Hounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Bich Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Pharaoh Hound or the Bich Poo
Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Bich Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Pharaoh Hound or the Bich Poo?
Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.
Bich Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Pharaoh Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?
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.
Bich Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Pharaoh Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?
Pharaoh Hounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Bich Poos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Bich Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Pharaoh Hound vs. Bich Poo
Pharaoh Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Bich Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Pharaoh Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Bich Poos can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pharaoh Hound or the Bich Poo?
Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Bich Poos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Pharaoh Hounds good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?
Pharaoh Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Bich Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Pharaoh Hounds and Bich Poos?
Pharaoh Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Bich Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Pharaoh Hound Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?
Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.
Bich Poos are very easy to train.
Is the Pharaoh Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Bich Poo?
Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Bich Poos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pharaoh Hound or the Bich Poo?
Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.
Bich Poos are very good for new dog owners.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bich 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 Bich Poo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Pharaoh Hound and how the Bich Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Pharaoh Hound and of the Bich Poo to other breeds:
Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Bich Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Bich Poo versus French Spaniel Bich Poo versus Dachshund Bich Poo versus Azawakh Bich Poo versus Norwegian Lundehund Bich Poo versus Chorkie Bich Poo versus Norwich Terrier Bich Poo versus Bloodhound Bich Poo versus Manchester Terrier Bich Poo versus Finnish Spitz Bich Poo versus Cockapoo Bich Poo versus Giant Schnauzer Bich Poo versus Kai Ken Bich Poo versus Norwich Terrier Bich Poo versus Xoloitzcuintli Bich Poo versus Afador Bich Poo versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bich Poo versus Belgian Malinois Bich Poo versus American Staffordshire Terrier Bich Poo versus Irish Setter Bich Poo versus Frenchton Bich Poo versus Mal Shi Bich Poo versus Estrela Mountain Dog Bich Poo versus Border Terrier Bich Poo versus Akbash Bich Poo versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Conclusion: Pharaoh Hound versus Bich Poo. 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Bich Poo better suits you and your family.