A Detailed Comparison of the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff.

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Pharaoh Hound Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff? 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 Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff.

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 Spanish Mastiff.

Pharaoh Hound versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview

A very important difference between the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pharaoh Hound is a medium-sized dog while the Spanish Mastiff is a giant-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 Spanish Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Pharaoh Hound versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pharaoh Hound to the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff

Factor Pharaoh Hound Spanish Mastiff
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 11 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 3/5
Height 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder 26 to 35 inches
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Weight 45 to 55 pounds 140 to 220 pounds
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1050
Average Price No Data $1050
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  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 Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff is 83 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pharaoh Hound is a better pet than the Spanish Mastiff. 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 Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff

    Below is a list of where the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are most different:

  • Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate cold weather.
  • Pharaoh Hounds are good for new dog owners. However, Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Pharaoh Hounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Pharaoh Hounds get along well with other dogs. However, Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Pharaoh Hounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Spanish Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.

    • The Similarities Between the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff

    The Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are most similar:

  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are very playful.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Pharaoh Hound versus Spanish Mastiff

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pharaoh Hound and the Spanish Mastiff.

    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, Spanish Mastiffs weigh 140 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Spanish Mastiffs are 26 to 35 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Pharaoh Hound versus Spanish Mastiff

    The lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Spanish Mastiffs is 11.0 years.

    Pharaoh Hounds live longer than Spanish Mastiffs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pharaoh Hound versus Spanish Mastiff

    Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Pharaoh Hounds shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?

    Pharaoh Hounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Pharaoh Hound or the Spanish Mastiff

    Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Pharaoh Hound or the Spanish Mastiff?

    Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Pharaoh Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?

    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.

    Spanish Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Pharaoh Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?

    Pharaoh Hounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pharaoh Hound vs. Spanish Mastiff

    Pharaoh Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Spanish Mastiffs 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 Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Pharaoh Hounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pharaoh Hound or the Spanish Mastiff?

    Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Pharaoh Hounds good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?

    Pharaoh Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Spanish Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Pharaoh Hounds and Spanish Mastiffs?

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

    Spanish Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Pharaoh Hound Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?

    Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.

    Is the Pharaoh Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Spanish Mastiff?

    Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pharaoh Hound or the Spanish Mastiff?

    Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.

    Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs 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:

  • Italian Greyhound (76 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Spanish Mastiff vs Italian Greyhound.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Spanish Mastiff vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Tibetan Spaniel (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the Spanish Mastiff vs Tibetan Spaniel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff:

  • Akbash (78 percent match with Spanish Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Akbash.
  • Hovawart (81 percent match with Spanish Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Hovawart.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Spanish Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Pharaoh Hound versus Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff better suits you and your family.