Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Pharaoh Hound Versus Spinone Italiano: Introduction
- Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Overview
- Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano
- The Similarities Between the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano
- Size (Weight and Height) of Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano
- Lifespan of Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano
- Temperament of the Pharaoh Hound Versus the Spinone Italiano
- The Popularity of Pharaoh Hound versus Popularity of Spinone Italiano
- Health Problems of Pharaoh Hound versus Health Problems of Spinone Italiano
- Tolerates Being Alone: Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano
- Do Pharaoh Hounds shed more than Spinone Italianos?
- Which one drools more, the Pharaoh Hound or the Spinone Italiano
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Pharaoh Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
- Does the Pharaoh Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spinone Italiano?
- Do Pharaoh Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Spinone Italianos?
- Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Pharaoh Hound vs. Spinone Italiano
- Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pharaoh Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
- Are Pharaoh Hounds good family dogs? What about Spinone Italianos?
- How Kid-friendly are Pharaoh Hounds and Spinone Italianos?
- Is the Pharaoh Hound Easier to Train than the Spinone Italiano?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pharaoh Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spinone Italiano
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano. Which One is a Better Pet?
Pharaoh Hound Versus Spinone Italiano: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano? 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 Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano. 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 Spinone Italiano.
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 Spinone Italiano.
Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Overview
A very important difference between the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pharaoh Hound is a medium-sized dog while the Spinone Italiano is a large-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 Spinone Italiano 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.
Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Pharaoh Hound to the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano
Factor | Pharaoh Hound | Spinone Italiano |
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Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Life Span | 11 to 14 years | 10 to 14 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Height | 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder | 22 to 28 inches |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
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 | 4/5 |
Weight | 45 to 55 pounds | 61 to 86 pounds |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 12.0 years |
Price Range | No Data | $1000 – $1000 |
Average Price | No Data | $1180 |
Temperament Score | 81.8 percent | 50.0 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 168 | 112 |
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 Spinone Italiano. 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 Spinone Italiano is 86 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Spinone Italiano is a better pet than the Pharaoh Hound. So, you should get the Spinone Italiano!
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 Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano
Below is a list of where the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano are most different:
The Similarities Between the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano
The Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano.
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, Spinone Italianos weigh 61 to 86 pounds when fully grown. Spinone Italianos are 22 to 28 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano
The lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hounds is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Spinone Italianos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Spinone Italianos is 12.0 years.
Pharaoh Hounds live longer than Spinone Italianos.
Temperament of the Pharaoh Hound Versus the Spinone Italiano
The Pharaoh Hound has a better temperament than the Spinone Italiano.
This is because the temperament score for the Pharaoh Hound is 81.8 percent while the temperament score for the Spinone Italiano is 50.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 81.8 percent, the Pharaoh Hound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 50.0 percent, the Spinone Italiano has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano by measuring the temperaments of 55 Pharaoh Hounds and 6 Spinone Italianos.
The Popularity of Pharaoh Hound versus Popularity of Spinone Italiano
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Spinone Italiano is more popular with dog owners than the Pharaoh Hound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Spinone Italiano is 112 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Pharaoh Hound is 168 out of about 200 dog breeds.
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Popularity of Pharaoh Hound
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Popularity of Spinone Italiano
Year | Pharaoh Hound Popularity Rank | Spinone Italiano Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 160 | 117 |
2014 | 164 | 118 |
2015 | 171 | 112 |
2016 | 168 | 105 |
2017 | 174 | 111 |
2018 | 172 | 109 |
2019 | 161 | 116 |
2020 | 180 | 110 |
Health Problems of Pharaoh Hound versus Health Problems of Spinone Italiano
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Spinone Italiano is prone to more genetic health problems than the Pharaoh Hound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Spinone Italiano than for the Pharaoh Hound.
4 health tests are recommended for Pharaoh Hound while 5 tests are recommended for the Spinone Italiano.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Pharaoh Hounds and in Spinone Italianos.
Pharaoh Hound Health Problems
Pharaoh Hounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Pharaoh Hound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Pharaoh Hound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Pharaoh Hound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Pharaoh Hounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Pharaoh Hounds here.
Spinone Italiano Health Problems
Spinone Italianos are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Spinone Italiano puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Spinone Italiano puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Spinone Italiano breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Spinone Italianos for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Spinone Italianos here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Pharaoh Hounds and Spinone Italianos
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Pharaoh Hound Breed is Thyroid problems.
This is because the Pharaoh Hound ranks 18 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 220 Pharaoh Hounds, 18 of them had Thyroid problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Pharaoh Hounds, and how common these diseases are in Pharaoh Hounds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Spinone Italiano Breed is Shoulder problems.
This is because the Spinone Italiano ranks 5 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Spinone Italianos, 2 of them had Shoulder problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Spinone Italianos, and how common these diseases are in Spinone Italianos relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Pharaoh Hound and in Spinone Italiano and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Pharaoh Hound and the Spinone Italiano:
Disease | Pharaoh Hound Rank | Spinone Italiano Rank |
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Thyroid problems | 18 out of 115 dog breeds | 16 out of 115 dog breeds |
Patella problems | 60 out of 145 dog breeds | Not Common |
Elbow problems | 69 out of 144 dog breeds | 61 out of 144 dog breeds |
Eyes problems | 86 out of 182 dog breeds | 164 out of 182 dog breeds |
Hips problems | 184 out of 198 dog breeds | 77 out of 198 dog breeds |
Shoulder problems | Not Common | 5 out of 22 dog breeds |
Congenital Cardiac problems | Not Common | 20 out of 159 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano
Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Spinone Italianos do not like to be left alone.
Do Pharaoh Hounds shed more than Spinone Italianos?
Pharaoh Hounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Spinone Italianos shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Pharaoh Hound or the Spinone Italiano
Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Pharaoh Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.
Spinone Italianos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Pharaoh Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spinone Italiano?
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.
Spinone Italianos 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 Pharaoh Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Spinone Italianos?
Pharaoh Hounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Spinone Italianos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Spinone Italianos can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Pharaoh Hound vs. Spinone Italiano
Pharaoh Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Pharaoh Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italiano?
Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Spinone Italianos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Pharaoh Hounds good family dogs? What about Spinone Italianos?
Pharaoh Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Spinone Italianos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Pharaoh Hounds and Spinone Italianos?
Pharaoh Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Spinone Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Pharaoh Hound Easier to Train than the Spinone Italiano?
Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.
Spinone Italianos are very easy to train.
Is the Pharaoh Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Spinone Italiano?
Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Spinone Italianos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pharaoh Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.
Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italiano
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Pharaoh Hound and how the Spinone Italiano compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Pharaoh Hound and of the Spinone Italiano to other breeds:
Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pharaoh Hound versus Cockapoo Pharaoh Hound versus Scottish Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Golden Cocker Retriever Pharaoh Hound versus Finnish Spitz Pharaoh Hound versus Whippet Pharaoh Hound versus Catahoula Bulldog Pharaoh Hound versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Pharaoh Hound versus Schipperke Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano Pharaoh Hound versus Maltese Pharaoh Hound versus Norwegian Lundehund Pharaoh Hound versus Norwegian Lundehund Pharaoh Hound versus Collie Pharaoh Hound versus Bull Terrier Pharaoh Hound versus Pomapoo Pharaoh Hound versus Mountain Cur Pharaoh Hound versus Hovawart Pharaoh Hound versus Korean Jindo Dog Pharaoh Hound versus Barbet Pharaoh Hound versus Maremma Sheepdog Pharaoh Hound versus Bichon Frise Pharaoh Hound versus Stabyhoun Pharaoh Hound versus Irish Wolfhound Pharaoh Hound versus Papillon Pharaoh Hound versus Dutch Shepherd
Spinone Italiano Versus Other Dog Breeds
Spinone Italiano versus Harrier Spinone Italiano versus Silky Terrier Spinone Italiano versus Shiranian Spinone Italiano versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Spinone Italiano versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Spinone Italiano versus Puli Spinone Italiano versus American Foxhound Spinone Italiano versus Jack Russell Terrier Spinone Italiano versus Saint Bernard Spinone Italiano versus Canaan Dog Spinone Italiano versus Gordon Setter Spinone Italiano versus Rottweiler Spinone Italiano versus Puli Spinone Italiano versus Shiba Inu Spinone Italiano versus Collie Spinone Italiano versus Sloughi Spinone Italiano versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Spinone Italiano versus Pug Spinone Italiano versus Brussels Griffon Spinone Italiano versus Great Dane Spinone Italiano versus Standard Schnauzer Spinone Italiano versus Boxer Spinone Italiano versus English Setter Spinone Italiano versus Shihpoo Spinone Italiano versus German Wirehaired Pointer
Conclusion: Pharaoh Hound versus Spinone Italiano. 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 Spinone Italiano better suits you and your family.